Mat-Su Community Chorus

Recitals, Rehearsals, and Rewards

Sandy September 21, 2015 Comments Off

As Anna announced during rehearsal on Wednesday, the Chorus was invited to perform at the Mat-Su College Faculty Recital on November 23! It’s exciting because we get to display our talents to a new audience and because it’s a chance to perform in the new Glenn Massay Theater. If you haven’t been to this beautiful new facility yet, check it out online and plan to attend a concert, lecture, or play.

The time of our performance at the recital is still being determined. Will update you soon.

Remember, Anna will arrive at rehearsal 30 minutes ahead of time each week. If you want extra help or something reviewed, just ask her. She’s a wonderful teacher and enjoys working with new members. We were all new once! Most of us don’t have formal training in music so don’t be afraid to ask Anna or your fellow singers for help.

Remember to sign up for Fred Meyers Community Rewards program to help the chorus sustain itself and grow. Details are under the Sponsorship tab.

Welcome new (and “experienced”) members!

Sandy September 14, 2015 Comments Off

A wonderful group of excited and talented singers gathered last Thursday for the initial rehearsal of the Mat-Su Community Chorus 2015-16 season! Welcome new members! It is great to have you join us. And welcome back continuing members! Did you notice a few people missing in your section? Give them a call and remind them that it is time to sing. There is still time for new members to join and potential members to come check us out. We’ll meet again Thursday, 9/17/15 at 7:00 pm at the WHS choir room.

Last week we learned about the hyoid bone situated at the top of the larynx and its connection to singing freely. Thank you Sharon for arranging a visit from Alisa Rector of Mountain Magic Occupational Therapy. Anna also talked about the importance of good DICTION so that we can be understood by our audience. I’m sure we’ll hear more about that as the year goes on since it is so important to the tone and quality of our sound and because it can be terribly hard to overcome old habits! Here’s a YouTube video with some tips on good diction in singing. Watch the first 3 minutes for a quick lesson in forming clear, bright, and resonant vowel sounds. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhWceQSuXzQ

Musically yours,

Sandy

Do you love to sing?

Sandy August 14, 2015 Comments Off

Join the Mat-Su Community Chorus!

The chorus welcomes new singers in all vocal ranges.
No audition is necessary although experience with choral singing is helpful. Musicians younger than 18 may be accepted with director permission.

Rehearsals for the 2015/16 season begin September 10 and continue through May. Interested singers can attend any rehearsal during the month of September before deciding to join.

We meet on Thursdays from 7:00 – 9:00 at the Wasilla High School choir room.