Victory Singers

 

Purpose:

The purpose of the DMCS Victory Singers is to demonstrate God’s love through the avenue of vocal music. The Victory ensemble is an outreach focused group that does most of their performing outside the school.  With the pursuit of excellence in both song and lifestyle, the Victory Singers strive to represent and glorify God in all things.

 

 

Activities:

Victory Singers participate in state sanctioned events such as Solo/Ensemble, as well as perform for the public.  Victory Singers are often hired outside the school to do performances for businesses and churches.  They sing the National Anthem at athletic events, go Christmas caroling, do Singing Valentines, as well as perform in various venues across the state.

 

 

Joining (How am I selected?):

Victory is an auditioned ensemble open to all students, grades 9-12 who elicit a mature vocal tone. Also, students should have enrolled for at least one year in Concert Choir.  Students in this ensemble participate in an intensive and highly rewarding musical experience. In-depth study of music from each time period of musical history will be explored, including multi-cultural selections from around the world.

 

 

Meetings (Practices, Rehearsals):

The Victory Singers rehears three days/week, 70 minutes/day.  They also have additional rehearsals that are required as concerts or performances come up.  Singers are expected to be present at all rehearsals and performances and to participate fully in those rehearsals and performances. Unlike some other academic endeavors, in which the absence of individuals may have no appreciable impact on the work of the class, the vocal music ensemble’s ability to function optimally is directly related to the full participation of each member in each rehearsal. Vocal music students must make a commitment to give 100% effort in every rehearsal and performance.  Attendance is required at ALL PERFORMANCES AND PRE-SCHEDULED EXTRA REHEARSALS.

 

 

Policies:

Rules

 

  1. All food, beverages, and anything alike are not allowed.
  2. Please be seated when the bell rings.
  3. Upon entering the room, quietly do board work.
  4. No talking allowed, please raise hand to be called upon.
  5. Bells are for Teacher’s use.
  6. Watch for the “Hand” to pay attention.
  7. Always come prepared to class (pencil and materials).
  8. Use restroom and water-fountain before coming to class.
  9. Pick up and put away materials in an orderly fashion.

Consequences

 

  1. Warning
  2. Stay after class
  3. Principal’s office and/or call to parents

 

 

Information:

Michael Gossen

Vocal Music Director

mgossen@dmcs.org

 

Des Moines Christian School

13007 Douglas Parkway

Urbandale, IA 50323

515.252.2490