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Santa Cruz Peace Chorale Guidelines-2008-2009
1. HOW WE OPERATE: This is a small group of dedicated peace activists. We make decisions together and sometimes rather informally. Over the years, we have evolved from a mostly informal, multi-generational sing-along type group into a more formal, adult mixed-voice community choir. Members remain committed to the idea that there are no auditions. This will remain a safe place for people of many abilities to sing together in harmony.
2. ATTENDANCE: As one member put it, “No auditions” doesn’t mean “no practice.” It does take work and willingness! Therefore, we ask everyone to:
• Know the rehearsal and performance schedule, and what materials will be needed.
• Attend rehearsals regularly.
• Be on time. For rehearsals, aim to arrive 15 minutes early and be ready to sing at start time.
• Be prepared for each rehearsal, by listening to the tape, following the music and words, and adhering to changes and adjustments given in prior rehearsals. Rehearsal time is often for refining, not learning anew.
• If you miss more than 1 rehearsal, talk to the Director to determine whether or not you can take responsibility for what you missed. If you can’t fulfill this responsibility, you may be asked to withdraw from part or all of a performance.
• We know that everyone has emergencies and family needs or scheduling conflicts. In the event of an emergency or unavoidable scheduling conflict, call or e-mail the Director to inform her as to when and why. Please contact your section leader, a section buddy or music librarian to get what you missed.
3. ENROLLMENT: We no longer enroll members throughout the year. We have an open enrollment period in September and recruit at that time only. This will keep rehearsal disruption to a minimum.
4. RESPECTFUL ENVIRONMENT:
• Please, no perfumes or strong scents at rehearsals or performances.
• Stay focused during rehersal time & watch the director. Please don't talk during the rehearsal of a piece. If you have a question that pertains to your section or the group, raise your hand. There will be a short break at the end of each song when you may talk to other members about the music. The appointed "meanie" will help us stay on track if these guidelines are not observed. Try to hold side conversations and socializing in the periods before and after rehearsals.
• If you have difficulty learning your part, please ask your section leader or
the librarian for help.
5. MONEY/MEMBER DUES: The Chorale has always had a commitment to stay open to anyone who wishes to be a member, regardless of their finances. To that end, everyone pays according to their ability, Each year we develop general guidelines (based on a target amount within a sliding scale range) to fit our yearly budget. Our treasurer passes around a form and asks each person to fill the amount they are able to pledge/pay, so she knows how to project the Chorale’s finances. We ask that your pledge be considered a season-long commitment, regardless of your attendance. No one is turned away for lack of funds
6. SHEET MUSIC: for extra copies of music or for rehearsal & practice recordings, please see our Music Librarian. Please consider donating a dollar or two to offset the cost of rehearsal practice CDs and music photocopying.
7. REHEARSAL SUPPLIES: a black 1 “ spine 3-hole binder for music; a pencil with an eraser; a portable tape recorder or mp3 recorder; water is also recommended—NO FOOD OR OTHER DRINKS ALLOWED IN SANCTUARY.
8. MEMBER-TO-MEMBER CONTACT: Our corresponding secretary coordinates our e-mail communication and notifications regarding rehearsals & events. We also use the member roster for last-minute changes of schedule or venue, for helping each other out, and for those without e-mail to contact each other via phone. If you are a member who does not use e-mail, find another member who is willing to be your buddy for updates and info.
9. CONCERT DRESS: as of May 2008, we are wearing our official SCPC logo black tee-shirts with either solid black pants or skirts, solid black/dark footwear & socks. Please, no prints, weaves, or patterns! Please see Jim Crelan regarding ordering your tee-shirt.
PEACE CHORALE CONTACTS-2008/2009:
MUSICAL DIRECTOR: AILEEN VANCE 477-0961 avandlt@cruzio.com
MUSIC LIBRARIAN: TAKASHI YOGI yogi@cruzio.com
REHEARSAL SITE & GRANT LIASON: CYNTHIA PETERSON cleep23@juno.com
CORRESPONDING SECRETARY: NORAH MILLER nkmill52@cruzio.com
TREASURER/MEMBER DUES: LILI BEGGS beggs@cruzio.com
CONCERT WARDROBE MANAGER: Jim Crelan sanhedrn@pacific.net
ACCOMPANIST: Abigail Meloche
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SECTION LEADERS:
SOPRANOS: NORAH MILLER & JANE UYEMATSU
ALTOS: HELEN LANCASTER
TENORS: MARY GRAYDON-FONTANA
BASSES: JEFFREY SMEDBERG
REHEARSAL “MEANIE”: TAKASHI YOGI
REHEARSAL DISCUSSION MONITOR: You
For more info: nkmill52@cruzio.com