Viva performs with Via Choralis Chamber Choir and orchestra in April 2011
FOR AGES 7 to 9:
In the Junior level singers develop musical literacy and other skills utilizing Kodaly principles. These groups are open to all singers in the age range without audition.
- Junior Choir Victoria conductor: Sarah Quartel Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6:20 pm
- Junior Choir West Shore conductor: Arlene Overman Wednesdays, 6:00 – 6:50 pm
FOR AGES 9 TO 12:
In the Intermediate level singers explore international art and folk music while developing skills in unison and part-singing plus musical literacy. Open to all with a placement interview.
- Boys and Girls Choirs conductor: Sarah Quartel Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
- West Shore Choir conductor: Arlene Overman Wednesdays, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
FOR AGES 12 TO 17:
In the Senior level singers explore classical and international repertoire while developing skills in unison and part-singing. Admission is by audition. Sopranos and Altos also rehearse separately as the Viva Chorale, while Tenors and Basses also form the Young Men’s Ensemble, Victoria’s only community-based boys’ choir for changing and changed voices.
- Chamber Choir conductor: Nicholas Fairbank Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Interviews and Auditions. A placement interview (or audition for the Chamber Choir) can be arranged by contacting the office. Find out if you’d like to join one of Viva’s boys, girls or co-ed groups, beginner to advanced—West Shore Choir, West Shore & Victoria Junior Choirs, Boys & Girls Choirs, or auditioned group: Chamber Choir, including Young Men and Chorale — something for everyone aged 7 through 17 years.
