Phoenix Children's
Chorus
Summer
Choral Camp
The next Choral Camp
will be in T.B.A.
in August, 2009

Choral Camp is mandatory for
all Choristers with the goal to
form friendships, learn
musicianship and establish
procedures important for the
upcoming season.  
The Phoenix Children’s Chorus is an educational program.  Each activity
of PCC is meant to help bring the organization closer to fulfilling its
mission.  In keeping with the PCC Mission Statement, the rationale for
summer Choral Camp is as follows:

        The choristers will become familiar with the staff of the Phoenix
Children’s Chorus. It is important that a professional rapport be established
between the choristers and the chorus staff before rehearsals begin for the
upcoming season.  This professional rapport will allow the directors to run
efficient rehearsals, which will maximize learning for the chorister.

        The choristers will get to know each other and learn to feel comfortable
singing in an ensemble. Singing makes everyone feel vulnerable. It is important
that each chorister feels confident and understands that their voice counts.

        The choristers will learn and practice procedures and techniques that will
be expected of them during the upcoming season.  Rehearsals must be efficient
if we are to present quality choral performances. This is especially important
since we only meet once a week.

        The choristers will be introduced to the music they will be performing
during the upcoming season.

        The choristers will learn basic music reading fundamentals.  They will
also be exposed to basic fundamental vocal technique.

        The choristers will be involved in activities that teach the value of
teamwork.

        Basic etiquette, important when the Phoenix Children’s Chorus is
traveling, will be reinforced.

        The camp will help instill in the children a sense of pride in the Phoenix
Children’s Chorus and the work they do in each rehearsal.

        It is the intent of the staff to create excitement among the choristers and
the parents about the upcoming season.

If your chorister does not participate in camp, they start the year out at a distinct
disadvantage.  Please ensure your choristers attend mandatory Choral Camp.