Fifth Grade Lunchtime Choir: Try Something New!
Oak Creek Elementary School Notice
To: All Fifth Grade Students
From: Mr. Alvarez, Music Department
Date: October 4
Subject: Welcome to the Fifth Grade Lunchtime Choir Club
Do you find yourself humming tunes while working on math problems? Have you ever wanted to try singing in a musical group, but felt nervous because you do not know how to read sheet music? You are in luck. Starting next Tuesday, the Oak Creek Music Department is hosting an introductory, beginner-friendly choir session designed specifically for fifth graders.
Who Can Join?
This program is open to every fifth-grade student. You do not need any previous musical experience, and there are absolutely no auditions required. Whether you can already belt out your favorite pop song or you only sing along with your family in the car, your voice is welcome. Choir is not about having a solo-worthy voice right away; it is about learning how different voices blend together to create harmonies. If you are curious about how music works, this club is for you.
When and Where We Meet
The initial preview session will take place on Tuesday, October 11, from 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. in the Music Room (Room 14).
- auditions:
- Short performances given by singers or actors so a director can decide who to select.
- harmonies:
- Pleasing musical sounds made when different vocal notes are sung at the same time.
- melody:
- The main tune or musical line of a song.
- permission slip:
- A form signed by a parent or guardian allowing a student to join a school activity.
- posture:
- The way a person holds their body while sitting or standing.
- vocal cords:
- Folds of tissue in the throat that vibrate to make sounds when you speak or sing.
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- 2How does the schedule ensure that joining the choir will not cause students to miss their lunch?
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