Apprentice Choir is our first auditioned choir level for students in grades 4-6 with all levels of music experience. The choir performs locally 6-10 times per year, including having the opportunity to participate in a local mini-tour

Apprentice CHOIR (GRADES 4-6)

Abby Greathouse, Director
Rodnalyn Sese, Associate Director

Weekly Rehearsal Schedule and Locations

Meets one time a week from September 1 through December 6, 2025 for the Fall Semester at the following locations. Parents select their preferred site upon registration.

  • Weekly rehearsals consist of up to 25 students per site, with the full ensemble gathering to rehearse together at least once per semester

  • Children continue developing foundational vocal techniques and establishing a well-supported, healthy singing voice (head-voice) and postural awareness with an expanded focus on solfège, rhythms, music literacy and performance skills

  • They sing in unison, expanded rounds, and frequently two-part repertoire in multiple languages and styles which build on performance skills, including expression and musicality. Repertoire changes every semester

  • Music literacy training (Orff and Kodály methods) and healthy vocal training

Curriculum

Performances and other events

  • Two major SDCC concerts per year (Winter and Spring)

  • 1-2 "All Together" rehearsals per semester (for all sites to rehearse together)

  • 3-5 additional performances per semester, some optional

  • Optional full-day “mini-tour” each spring semester

  • An audition is required, all music experience levels welcome

  • Children match and repeat pitches and rhythms, are competent English readers and function comfortably in the group rehearsal environment

Audition Qualificiations

Tuition and Fees

  • Annual Registration Fee* ($45) + Uniform Purchase ($60-120 casual & formal) + Concert Tickets ($0-$45 per concert)

  • Need-based scholarships available to qualifying families

    *will be added onto your first tuition payment.