Choirs
We have Junior and Senior choirs and an Orff orchestra who actively participate in local Eisteddfods, in our community and at a variety of school related occasions. Opportunities are also created for participation in school concerts and music afternoons.
Junior choir
Practice times | Tuesdays and Fridays: 13:30 - 14:30 (grade 2&3 | |
Age group | 7 - 9 years. Grade 2 - 3 | |
Number | Approximately 50-55 | |
Selection | All Grade 1 pupils are tested for the choir in June. Successful pupils are then included for a trial period. Only Grade 2 and 3 pupils participate in performances | |
Transport | Buses | |
Supervision | Choir mistress, accompanist and two educators | |
Repertoire | A variety of songs suitable to this age group, yet posing a challenge. Attention is also given to different languages. | |
Artists | Artists who play a variety of different instruments are occasionally invited to perform with the choir. | |
Communication | Per letter and school newsletter (De Kuiltjie) ; all reply slips must be returned by the due date | |
Uniform | Winter school uniform with green school jersey |
Senoir choir:
Practice times |
Mondays:07:30-09:30 Tuesdays : 14:30 - 15:30 Fridays: 07:30 - 08:30 |
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Age group | 10 - 13 years. Grade 4 - 7 | |
Number | 60 – 80 members | |
Selection | All members are tested again for voice placing. Auditions are done for all the Grade 3 members of the Junior Choir. Auditions for new pupils are done at the start of the year. | |
Transport | Buses | |
Supervision | Choir mistress, accompanist and two educators | |
Communication | Per letter and school newsletter (De Kuiltjie) ; all reply slips must be returned by the due date. |
Performance
GIRLS | BOYS | |
white long sleeve school shirt; |
white long sleeve school shirt; grey trousers with black belt; school tie (neatly tied) grey school socks; black school shoes; school blazer with all fastened; hair neat |
Attendance of practices and performances:
- All practices and performances are compulsory.
- Punctuality is of the utmost importance
- A written letter of excuse must be handed to the choir conductor timeously
- If a choir member misses 3 practices without a valid reason or proper excuse, he/she will no longer be a member of the choir.
- No cell phones are allowed. The educators will be in charge of calls.
- A light meal before performances is recommended. Avoid gas cooldrinks, fast foods and sweets.