Recent ActivityInstructor: Carol Ann Rethmel, Instructor
The Vocal Music Concentration is designed to prepare students for continued studies at the collegiate level in vocal performance, music education, and music business, as well as other careers benefiting from skills developed in the performing arena. The program focuses on the areas of vocal production towards the artist and master level, music theory, keyboard skills, with opportunities in musical theater and music technology classes. Throughout the year, students also are presented with several master classes conducted by visiting artists.
The program is appropriate for skilled students seeking advanced learning in vocal production and technique.
The program is appropriate for skilled students seeking advanced learning in vocal production and technique.
Group Announcements  PYRAMID CONCERT rescheduled!The Choral PYRAMID Concert has been rescheduled for February 21, 2012. We apologize for any inconvenience.
 CFPA VOCAL JURIES are here!January 10, 2012 - ALL CFPA Vocal 9th and 10th grade students.
January 12, 2012 - ALL CFPA Vocal 11th and 12th grade students. SIGN UP for your time slot in the choir room THIS WEEK. An accompanist will be provided for you, or you are welcome to provide your own accompanist if you would prefer. PLEASE review the guidelines provided for you to make sure you are prepared with the correct and appropriate literature for your level. Helpful hints: DRESS to impress. Be EARLY by at least 15 minutes.  BARRAGE is coming to Woodbridge High SchoolMONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2012 @ 7:00 PM
Barrage is a high-energy fiddle fest, weaving together extraordinary musicianship and dance with traces of everything from country to heavy metal music. Five violinists are backed up with wild and interesting percussions, strong vocals, guitar, bagpipes and expertly executed choreography. The result is a show that blows the doors off “Stomp” and “Riverdance” alike. The Woodbridge Senior High School Orchestra will be performing with Barrage as part of the Barrage Education Outreach program. It provides a rare opportunity for string students and the general public to see and interact with Barrage in a unique and intimate environment. Cost: $10 for students/teachers/seniors and $15 for adults
To purchase, contact WHS Orchestra Teacher Taryn Wood at woodte@pwcs.edu Sponsored by the WSHS Orchestra Boosters.  Parents Advisory Committee for the Arts (PACA)As the parent of a CFPA student, you are in the right place to discover all of the latest information about the program, it's events and activities, and general announcements. How about taking it to the next level? If you scroll all the way to the bottom of this page, you will see a link that will take you to the PACA meeting schedule for the current year. WE NEED YOU to be an active participant in this program.
I will be looking to see YOU there!  Did you know???...that if you click the "join this fusion page" in the upper right corner, that you will receive automatic notifications everytime there is a new post on this page? That's right!!! No more having to remember to 'check back!' You will receive a message directly to your email address that new information as been posted on this web page. Never miss another post/announcement/change of information, etc.! SIGN UP TODAY! (pssst.....parents, did you know you can do the same with ALL of your student's class web pages?) Isn't technology wonderful?
 CFPA PointsOur online system for accepting CFPA Participation Points is now up and running! While there are some things we are still working on, the system is a 'GO' for submitting points. We are still working on adding in all of the existing points (remember, there are hundreds and hundreds of points to put in...it will take some time). In the meantime, if you want to know your CFPA points totals, simply send an email to: rethmeca@pwcs.edu I will be happy to provide that info for you.
We will no longer accept paper unless you have a technology release form on file with the CFPA office. P.S. Remember, your points will not be added to your file until/unless you have returned a signed Intent Agreement that was provided to all CFPA students in September. If you are in need of another copy of this form, please ask your concentration teacher or visit the CFPA office on any ODD day. Vocal Inspiration....of the comical kind! Making choices - sometimes its not easy!In a perfect world, we would never have to make choices....our schedules would be uncluttered and worry free. Unfortunately, the real world doesn't operate that way, and we are faced with choices every day....some are easy, many are not.
As a CFPA vocal student, you are going to encounter some scheduling conflicts for which you will be required to make a choice. Although your teachers work deligently to avoid them, sometimes they simply cannot be helped. This is a reminder that CFPA vocal students should seek assistance whenever you are faced with a conflict....as soon as you recognize that you have one!!! Often the teachers, along with the student and the parents, can work in unison to present the best solution for resolving a scheduling conflict. However, sometimes they can't be worked out and a choice must be made. Because you have chosen CFPA vocal music as your primary choice of concentration, you will be expected - during those rare conflicts - to put CFPA events ahead of others. That is what makes you and your participation in this program special. Your commitment is paramount to your success. If you choose to not make CFPA your priority, then we will need to re-evaluate your participation in the program. As always, please see Ms. Rethmel immediately for assistance in resolving conflicts. Group Files
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Group Links Follow this link directly to the site to download you copy of the audition piece AND the sound file for "Blow, Blow Thou Winter Wind." (yes, the same song for both auditions). Sources you can use to work on your Music Theory - from the basics to more advanced.  All-District Honors ChoirLink to learning files. District Honors Choir SSA and SATB music 2011. You will need to show me your mP3 player with the download. Humans and the expressive connectionCFPA Students - This is required reading. Assignment will be forthcoming. Staff PaperPrint your own! Use the default settings (Single Clef Staff Paper with Unmarked Clef) for most of your class work. VMEA Honors Choir 2010Download the sheet music and audio file for this year's VMEA Honors Choir. Seniors ONLY. |
All-District and All-Virginia Honors Choir Auditions
