Throughout the year, Choir Program students will perform at least once a term in a performance project featuring a diverse repertoire including classical, contemporary, sacred, traditional, operatic and musical theatre works.

Choir students will gain knowledge in reading music, vocal techniques, safe voice warm-up methods, ensemble singing, how to sing with a conductor, and occasionally an introduction to various languages for opera or classical pieces.

Additionally, we teach performance & stagecraft skills such as the fundamentals of drama, stage directions, and simple choreographed movement, allowing them to present themselves in performance or presentation situations confidently.

“An essential aspect of stagecraft skills is the ability to effectively connect with an audience, to ‘tell a story’ – whether through song, dialogue, movement, or gestures,” said drama coordinator Nicky Castle.

“Through weekly rehearsals in a fun, supportive environment, performance opportunities, and individual practice, our students will develop their choral and stagecraft skills, leading to increased confidence. We will use drama games and activities to improve adaptability in responding to changes in rehearsals, or during performances.”

Choir offers participants the opportunity to experience the joy of blending their voices with a group to create a unique and beautiful sound while also learning that EACH voice plays a crucial role in the overall sound and harmony.

Singing in a choir has so many benefits. It improves vocal skills and musical understanding, but it also promotes teamwork, boosts confidence, and provides a sense of community.

The most important reason for singing in a choir is simply for the student to experience the joy of music.

“Every person has a song in their heart. Singing is as natural for us to do as walking, dancing and talking. Our choir and performance program permits the students to express themselves in a kind, supportive environment,” said Nicky.

“We have age-appropriate expectations of the students and ask for a respectful level of behaviour, a good attitude toward learning and a willingness to practice at home.  We have a lot of fun but we also take learning quite seriously.”

Entry into the Central Coast Children’s Choir is by audition.
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Students will attend a short vocal placement session so that we can place them in the right section for their voice upon confirmation of application.

AGES:
5 – 7 years for Mini voices – Training Choir
9 – 12 Children’s Choir – Primary school age
13+ for Youth Choir – High School / Tertiary age

Children please prepare a song they enjoy singing and that shows their current level of ability. 2-3 minutes maximum length – it can be shorter.
This can be unaccompanied, or they may use a backing track.

Appropriate examples of songs that will allow the Artistic Director to hear pitch, rhythm and tone (if the student does not have a song they enjoy singing):
– Waltzing Matilda
– The National Anthem
– This little light of mine.

It doesn’t have to be complex for the Artistic Director to assess what he needs to hear. If using a backing track please bring the device loaded and ready to play.

We want your child to enjoy this experience so you can trust that we will do everything we can to make this a positive experience.

We will have the students do some vocal and projection exercises, follow some simple stage directions and then have them sing.

Auditions will take approximately 10 minutes.

Students will be notified of the result of their audition within the week of the audition.

Auditions/Rehearsals will be held at Gosford Presbyterian Church. 14 Young Street, West Gosford. Time will be confirmed once you have submitted your application.

Eligible students will be automatically be considered for the Kawai Choral Scholarship as part of their application.