WOMEN’S ENSEMBLE – SYLLABUS
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Virginia A. Wagner
Director of Choral Arts
Work: 704-799-8555 ext. 1287
Email: vwagner@iss.k12.nc.us
3rd Block Planning
WildCat Vocal Symphony Mission Statement
The Lake Norman High School Choral Department will provide an encouraging, supportive environment in
which choral arts students will be given the opportunity to expand their musical knowledge and performance
experiences through a sequential developmental music curriculum. It is our belief that the study of choral music
instills a sense of pride and accomplishment; it fosters higher level thinking skills, self discipline and
accountability to one’s self, the ensemble and the community.
Women’s Ensemble is a course study for students having already completed and or shown to excel in the
techniques taught in Choral Arts I, II, and/ Women’s Ensemble. Students successfully completing this course
will receive a quality point. Advancement into higher levels of notation and rhythm exercises, chromatic,
natural minor, harmonic minor, and melodic minor scares and Curwen hand signs will be introduced. Students
in this course will be eligible to participate in Young Women in Harmony and, par allotment and in-house
audition, to audition fall semester for the NCMEA Honors Chorus. Those students who carry over from fall
semester to the winter/spring semester will be eligible to participate in the NCMEA Solo/Small Ensemble
Festival, NCMEA All-State Choral Festival, and the Mars Hill Choral Festival.
This course will offer ensemble singing, solo opportunities, small ensemble singing, sight-reading, SmartMusic
and theory studies.
Students will be assessed according to the following NC Essential Standards.
P.ML.1.1 Use characteristic tone and consistent pitch when performing
P.ML.1.2 Using developing technical skills to sing personally challenging literature
P.ML.1.3 Apply the expressive elements of music
P.ML.2.1 Recognize whole, half, quarter, eighth, sixteenth, and dotted not and rest durations in simple
duple, simple triple and simple compound and mixed meters
P.ML.2.2 Interpret standard notation symbols for pitch in appropriate clefs using extended staves and some
non-traditional notations
P.ML.2.3 Use standard notation symbols for basic elements of music (pitch, rhythm, dynamics, tempo,
articulation, expression) to notate their musical ideas
and the musical ideas of others
P.ML.3.1 Use improvisation to create simple melodies, over given chord progressions
P.ML3.2 Create original music using both imagination and technical skill in applying the principles of
composition
P.MR.1.1 Analyze musical works in terms of the elements of music that make the works unique, interesting
and expressive
P.MR.1.2 Critique musical performances and compositions, including ones own, generating suggesting for
improvement
P.MR.1.3 Interpret the cues of a conductor when singing
P.CR.1.1 Understand the role of music in US History
P.CR.1.2 Understand music from the perspective of a variety of cultures and historical periods
P.CR.1.3 Summarize the ethical and legal issues surrounding the access and use of music
P.CR.1.4 Implement effective strategies for recognizing, monitoring, and overcoming performance anxiety
P.CR.1.5 Analyze the relationship between concepts and principles of music and those disciplines outside
the arts
Attendance is crucial to success in this course. Students cannot expect to excel if they are not present
daily. The success of the choir depends on each member; therefore, the entire class suffers on one
member is not present.
Students will be receiving grades for daily participation, sight-reading, notation, and concert performance.
Sight-reading tests and theory tests will be given at regular intervals.
Our school music department will be using SmartMusic® to help students practice and perfect their music
this year. Attached is a letter detailing what SmartMusic is and how it will impact your student this year.
Although I do not require families to purchase a SmartMusic subscription, I do highly recommend it.
On a scale of 1-4 students will be assessed as follows
General Assignments
Daily Participation/Homework
Quizzes/SmartMusic Assessments
Performances
Written final exam
1
2
3
4
20% of final grade
Each semester there are a variety of concert opportunities. First Semester annual performance
opportunities include the Cabaret (Oct. 25th) Winter concert (Dec. 18th); second semester includes the
annual Spring concert (tentatively scheduled for May 21th) , Baccalaureate, and Graduation. Attendance
at all concerts is mandatory. Failure to attend the concerts will result in the student's final grade being
dropped at least one letter grade. It is crucial that all students attend all concerts. Our blend and balance
is based on each student’s participation. In reality, it is impossible to “make-up” a concert grade. In the
event that a student should miss a concert, they must have an excused absence with documentation; the
student’s current raw Smart Music grade will be considered for their grade for the missed event
Students in this course are also eligible to attend the Spring Tour. Information about this event is in a
separate packet.
Sight-reading, theory and SmartMusic assessments will be given at regular intervals.
Each student will be required to pay a $35 cleaning deposit each semester for their concert attire.
This fee will be collected Sept. 10th and Feb. 15th. Families have the option to pay for both semesters at
this time, that payment is $70.
Students should come to class with the following supplies
 Black ½” 3-ring binder
 Sheet protectors
 Pencils (Colored recommended)
 magazine holders (optional and available through teacher)
 paper
All students are encouraged to participate in various fundraisers throughout the semester to assist in
purchasing various need of the choral department. The choral department does not have a “budget” from
the school. All funds for supplies, music, sound equipment, activities, substitutes, transportation fees, etc.
are raised by our fundraising efforts. Thank you in advance for your efforts and support of our program.
I will use many forms of communication (including email, my webpage, and Edmodo) to help keep
parents and students abreast of activities and events in our department. Please help me help you by
checking these avenues of communication regularly. I will post student codes for Edmodo on my board
(women’s code is: 78jdu5); parents can access their Edmodo code by going to their student’s home page
to view their code or emailing me to have it sent to them. I will offer extra credit for all students who are
registered for my class on Edmodo as well as for each parent who registers!
I am very excited to be teaching your student this year. Feel free to contact me any time via phone or
email.
Virginia A. Wagner
Director of Choral Arts
Work: 704-799-8555 ext. 1287
Email: vwagner@iss.k12.nc.us
Please fill out the information on this side, sign the back and return this page acknowledging you
have received and read the contents of the Choral Arts I Syllabus. My receipt of this page will
be your student’s first ‘A’ in chorus this year!
Student Name:________________________
Email:______________________________
Home phone:_________________________
Address:____________________________
Cell phone:__________________________
Parent(s) Contact information
Name:______________________________
Email:______________________________
Home phone:_________________________
Address:____________________________
Cell phone:__________________________
Name:______________________________
Home phone:_________________________
Cell phone:__________________________
Email:______________________________
Address:____________________________
Please initial by the dates below acknowledging you have been notified of
required concerts.
_____ Cabaret (Oct. 24th 7pm-10pm)
_____Winter Concert (Dec. 17th 7pm-10pm)
PROJECT, WEB, PHOTO AND VIDEO RELEASE FORM
A picture of your child or work created by your child may be included in a classroom project.
We may use the resulting project in one or more of the following ways:
• Use as a demonstration project/activity in educational workshops, classes, and/or
conferences;
• Use as a sample project/activity on CDs created by Iredell-Statesville Schools for use in
educational workshops and student classrooms;
• Post work on the school or ISS webpage;
• Submit as samples to program publishers or as grant and contest entries;
• Use portions of the project on a videotape made during a student presentation of the
project or in broadcasts or videotapes demonstrating computer media in general.
• From time to time, the opportunity may arise for your child to be photographed* or
interviewed by district personnel or local news media regarding a school event or
activity.
This information may be used in local media transmissions, district promotional publications, on
the district website, or in any other district medium.
*Photograph in this release form is intended to only refer to photos of your child alone. Group
photographs (2 or more), with no additional identifying information, are considered directory
information. Please refer to the section on FERPA for more information.
Please initial each of the following statements to which you agree:
I give permission to:
_____ Post a picture which includes my child on the ISS webpage (first name may be included)
_____ Post work/projects created by my child on ISS webpages
_____ Allow my child to be interviewed and/or photographed by local news media
(extracurricular clubs and sports teams are included)
_____ Use my child’s work as an example in other schools, workshops, or conferences
_____ Use my child’s photograph in district promotional publications and media
_____Post a video which includes my child on ISS webpages
Student name:_______________________________________
School:____________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name:_______________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature: ___________________________
Date:_____________________________________________
Women’s Ensemble Dress-out Procedures
1.
Uniform: Student may choose from one of the following:
a. LNHS PE uniform
b. LNHS Showformance dance apparel (see warm-up apparel form)
c. Basketball length shorts/yoga pants/sweatpants and t-shirt (no in-appropriate language on shirt, must meet school dress code
standards as specified in the LNHS Handbook online). If ANYONE is caught wearing sweat pants over their regular pants the
privilege to wear sweat pants/yoga pants will be revoked.
d. Shoes: Students are not permitted to dance barefoot, or in sandals, flip flops, or open toed shoes.
Ladies should wear character shoes unless otherwise specified
e. Rentals: I will keep a few extra shirts/shorts for you to rent if you forget your uniform. If you need a rental it will cost you your
cell phone or car keys. Give “payment” to the teacher when you receive your uniform and it will be returned to you when the
uniform is returned.
2. Be on Time: You are expected to check-in in the chorus room by the tardy bell for attendance purposes. You will then have 5 minutes
to change and report to either the auditorium or back to the class room for dance rehearsal. If you are not in your place to begin
rehearsal after 5 minutes you will receive a tardy.
3. Dressing out: You must dress out every day that is specified as a dance day. If you are absent the day before it is your
responsibility to find out if the next day will be a dance day. Ignorance is not an excuse. No dangling jewelry is to be worn and cell
phones must be left in your cubby/bag. If you do not dress out you do not dance and you will loose your participation points for the
day (20pt out of 100 for the week).
4. Dance rehearsal requires all of your attention. If you are asked to be quiet or pay attention repeatedly you will loose participation
points for the day. 3 call-outs in one period will result in a 30 min afterschool detention with me. 3 detentions with me will result in
a regular 45 min after school detention. 2 45 min detentions will result in a 90 minute detention and a call home to discuss your
seriousness in taking this course.
Selection to participate in Women’s Ensemble is a privilege, honor it!
Student Signature: ___________________________________________________
Parent Signature:_________________________________________________
Congratulations Parents!
Welcome to F.A.C.E.S (Fine Art Creates Extraordinary Students), the booster organization for Lake Norman
High School’s Fine Arts Dept! We are so happy that your child has chosen to be a part of a wonderful
program at Lake Norman High School. For this reason you are automatically a member. There are no
membership fees involved; we just ask that you join with us so we can continue to give the much-needed
support to the Fine Arts Dept.
FACES will meet on the second Thursday of each month as needed throughout the school year. Notice of
the meetings will be made well in advance via email and Edmodo. We are asking that you or a family
member join us for at least 2 meetings per semester or in lieu of a meeting attend a Fine Arts function. Will
send reminders and notices of meetings and events via email so please make sure your contact information
is up to date.
Our focus is to be a resource to the teachers so that our students can develop their unique talents, and
foster a life long appreciation for the Arts. Parent participation is a vital component to the success of this
organization and your child’s experiences this year.
Throughout the school year, students in chorus and theatre classes have the opportunity to take part in
concerts, competitions and performances at school and in the region. Your volunteer help and support are
crucial to the continuity of these events.
Show Choir and Women's Ensemble students are required to wear performance attire for these activities
and pay a mandatory fee. The fee covers cleaning, maintenance, replacement and repair of the attire and
also helps with performance related expenditures. We respectfully request that all fees paid to FACES be
made by check and by the specified due date. This allows for accountability of payment. It is very important
that checks be made out to FACES and include student's name and the purpose of payment in the check
memo. Students are to place checks in the lock box on the wall in Ms. Wagner's office. No cash payments
will be accepted.
Thank you for your time and interest in FACES. We look forward to an enjoyable and enriching year for the
Fine Arts students of Lake Norman High School.
Ken Sauser and Cathy Eveson
Co-Presidents of FACES at Lake Norman, Inc.
Student Name______________________Class ___________
Chorus Apparel
Due: 9/14/15
(Show Choir, Women's Ensemble or Choral Arts)
Show Choir Boys
(required items in bold )
Tux
*$35.00 PER SEMESTER or $70 FULL YEAR***
Character Shoes $40.00** Size _________
Total
$_____________________
NOTE: It is recommended that boy’s performance shirts be cleaned once each mid semester.
Show Choir Girls
(required items in bold)
Dress
*$35.00 PER SEMESTER or $70 FULL YEAR***
Bloomers
$20.00 (S M L XL)
Tights
$20.00 (PT S/M L/XL)
Character shoes
$40.00** Size ________
Earrings
$ 8.00
Total
$________________
Women's Ensemble (required items in bold)
Dress
*$35.00 PER SEMESTER or $70 FULL YEAR***
Earrings
$10.00
Character shoes $40.00 ** Size _______
Total
$__________________
*Cost covers cleaning, alterations, repair and replacement.
** leather character dance shoes with cushioned insole and rubber sole
*** If full year fee paid please circle above and return form
No need to pay fee for shoes, bloomers, tights second semester unless order required
Please make check out to : FACES
and write student name and “chorus fee” in check memo
Remember form and money are due by 9/14/15
UNIQUE IMAGES, INC.
Chorus Optional Attire (Warm Ups) DUE BY: 9- 14 -15
STUDENT NAME: _______________________Class _____________________
(Show Choir, Women's Ensemble or Choral Arts)
Jerzees White Embroidered
Hooded Sweatshirt
$25.10_______Size______
Initials________
Grad. Year_______
Tricot Tri-Color Jacket
Name Embroidery
$31.50_______Size______
$ 5.00_______Name_____________________
Tricot Black Pants
$22.00 _______Size______
Royal T-shirt (Choral Arts)
(Embroidery not available)
$10.70_______Size______
Fiber Reactive Multi Color
(Embroidery not available)
Ladies Shorts with WCVS Logo
$14.95_______Size_____
Men's Shorts with WCVS Logo
$10.90_______Size______
TOTAL:
$11.95_______Size______
$_______________________
Please Make Check Payable to FACES and write student’s
name & “warm ups” in check memo. Thank you!