Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
What are the consequences for chewing gum in chorus class?
You could choke!! Don't do it! AFTER - SCHOOL Detention will be assigned to those students who have gum, candy, food or ice in their mouths during chorus.Back to Top
You could choke!! Don't do it! AFTER - SCHOOL Detention will be assigned to those students who have gum, candy, food or ice in their mouths during chorus.
How can I get to be in SCMEA Chorus?
Practice, Practice, Practice! Students can only be recommended for SCMEA Chorus if they have sung a NYSSMA Solo. I need a NYSSMA rating to put you on the recommendation list for SCMEA.Back to Top
Practice, Practice, Practice! Students can only be recommended for SCMEA Chorus if they have sung a NYSSMA Solo. I need a NYSSMA rating to put you on the recommendation list for SCMEA.
What's a NYSSMA Solo and how do I get one?
NYSSMA stands for New York State School Music Association. Every spring they sponsor a Solo Festival where students can go to sing their prepared song for a judge. In January we begin preparing NYSSMA solos for the spring festival. Make sure you sign up in January and then I'll help you choose a song.Back to Top
NYSSMA stands for New York State School Music Association. Every spring they sponsor a Solo Festival where students can go to sing their prepared song for a judge. In January we begin preparing NYSSMA solos for the spring festival. Make sure you sign up in January and then I'll help you choose a song.
Should I take singing lessons from a private teacher?
If you are interested in improving your voice and/or preparing for a career in music you should study with a private teacher. When you work with a teacher on your own he/she can focus on your voice and ensure that you improve as quickly as possible.Back to Top
If you are interested in improving your voice and/or preparing for a career in music you should study with a private teacher. When you work with a teacher on your own he/she can focus on your voice and ensure that you improve as quickly as possible.
What else can I do to become a better musician?
The best thing you could do to become a well rounded musician would be to learn to play the piano or keyboard. It's easier to learn when you are still young and it's the instrument all musicians use.Back to Top
The best thing you could do to become a well rounded musician would be to learn to play the piano or keyboard. It's easier to learn when you are still young and it's the instrument all musicians use.