District 196 Community Education

Experience musical excellence in an environment that nurtures creativity, teamwork and the love of singing. Learn the art of reading music, develop your vocals, ear training, musicianship and ensemble skills. Perform for friends and family on the last day of class. Continuous registration (Sept-May) is encouraged, however, students may join mid-year. Vivace (grades 2-3) Explore your voice, develop your ear, building music literacy and prepare yourself for the rigors of successful choral membership. Vivace uses the principles of Orff-Kodaly music education. This non-auditioned choir class is positive, fun and structured. Instructor: April Rios Thursdays, EVHS, 6:20-7:20 p.m. Prima Voce (grades 4-6) Build upon your musical interests and skills. Basic training and musicianship is combined with a positive and creative environment. Instructor: Kari Douma Thursdays, EVHS, 6:20-7:45 p.m. Bel Canto (grades 6-9) Focus on the development of a free and natural vocal production, while honing your musicianship, expressivity and ear training abilities. Basic music theory and sight-reading development are integrated into curriculum. Bel Canto is a treble choir open to students in grades 7-9 and advanced 6th graders. Thursdays, EVHS, 6:20-8:00 p.m.