Children's Chorus

Sarah Houghton, Director

Rebecca Wright, Student Chorus Manager

This integrated program offers three choruses for a range of age levels. The program is designed to supplement NEC's early instrumental studies and theory program, as well as teach early-to-advanced choral singing technique.

The ages listed are guidelines. Each child will have an individual meeting with the director for appropriate placement in the program. Placement auditions are scheduled in May and September.

Jordan Hall Concerts:
Saturday, December 15, 2012
Saturday, June 1, 2013

Children’s Chorus

Open to singers, ages 10–14, by audition. An advanced ensemble which collaborates with musical ensembles throughout the Boston area. Qualified students may also be recommended for the Chamber Chorus.

In January 2009, the NEC Children's Chorus participated in a residency with composer William Bolcom as part of "Today's Youth Perform Today's Music." In this video clip from YouTube, this lively collection of youths perform Bolcom's Lime Jello Marshmallow Cottage Cheese Surprise to the delight of all in attendance.

Rehearsals—Saturday, 10:10–11:30 a.m.

Chamber Chorus

Open to singers, ages 12-16, who qualify for Children’s Chorus. An advanced choral ensemble which sings treble repertoire in 4 parts.

Rehearsals—Saturday, 10:10–11:55 a.m.

Preparatory Chorus

Open to singers, ages 7–10. Geared toward teaching fundamental elements of music. Children work with recognition of pitch and basic musical symbols, exploration of the differences between speaking and singing voices, and concepts of posture, breath control, and diction.

Rehearsals—Saturday, 8:45–9:55 a.m.

Absence Requests

Please submit an Absence Request Form to Rebecca Wright, Student Chorus Manager or Lisa Husseini, Concert Ensemble Manager. Requests need to be submitted at least two weeks before the date of absence. We urge you to submit requests as soon as you know about them so that there is plenty of time for them to be approved. All absences must be approved by the NEC Prep Office, prior to the absence date.

You may submit it in using one of the following methods:

• Print and hand deliver to the Prep Office at 241 St. Botolph Street, Room SB 120.

• Scan and e-mail to Rebecca Wright, Student Chorus Manager

• Fax your form to (617) 585-1135 attn: Children's Chorus

• Mail to: NEC Preparatory School attn: Children's Chorus, 290, Huntington Avenue, Boston MA 02115-5018

You may also email a letter of request to Children's Chorus student manager, Rebecca Wright.

NOTE: You will receive an email from the Children's Chorus manager when your absence has been approved.

Still have questions?

E-mail Rebecca Wright, Student Chorus Manager or Lisa Husseini, Concert Ensemble Manager or call (617) 585-1128.

2012-10-11

Video of NEC Children's Chorus performing William Bolcom's "Lime Jello Marshmallow Cottage Cheese Surprise," conducted by Matti Kovler, courtesy Youtube channel mkuznet.