April 14 Rehearsal

Children’s Choir

We began rehearsing with some platforms, and getting our blocking worked out even more.  The kids are just about memorized, so we are in great shape!  We did some video taping which was fun.  Next week they will watch the clips and evaluate what they see. 

Footnotes

We made great progress on the Hebrew dance, and I showed them a bit of choreography for Swingin’ with the Saints.  We are in the practice, practice, practice mode.  Next week they should plan to practice the dance from 3:00-3:30 with Elizabeth, then they will rehearse with Rachel and Elizabeth on all the songs during our regular rehearsal.  I won’t be able to be there this week, but they will be in good hands, we have a plan.  Remind them to practice and memorize!

Chorale

Good rehearsal—I was glad we didn’t have all the sickness this week.  Next rehearsal will be on the stage, and since I won’t be there, the emphasis will be on the choreography and using the stage space.  I’ve given Russell specific measures to work on based on what I heard on the recordings.  This week you should be out of the music for Dream, Rainbow, Not While, and Parade.  That leaves Lean on Me for next week.  Please play your recording in the car, while you groom, and anytime you can!  Memorize during those spare minute that happen throughout the day.  Good luck! 

PS—make sure you have your concert attire all ready to go. Talk to Jean and Matt if you have questions.