The Big Berry Sing
A Vocal Arts Festival hosted by Berry College
Thursday, October 23
9 am – 5 pm
Registration will begin September 1
Registration will close October 1
Berry College will host the annual BIG BERRY SING for students (grades 9-12). Students from across the region will enjoy a day on the beautiful Berry College campus in choral rehearsals and workshops with Berry students and music faculty. At the conclusion of the festival, the students will present a concert of choral works, showcasing the talent of the students, along with the choral groups from Berry College. Come join us for a wonderful day of learning and inspirational music.
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
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8:45-9:30 am |
Arrival and Registration |
Bell Recital Hall Lobby |
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9:45 am |
Welcome and Introductions |
Bell Recital Hall |
|
10-11 am |
Rehearsal #1- Sectionals with Cash/Neal |
SA- Bell Recital Hall TB- Ford Dining Hall |
|
9-11 am |
Welcome to Berry Continental Breakfast For Teachers/Chaperones |
Dickey Living Room |
|
11-12 pm |
Berry College Solo Voice Showcase A brief and varied program of solos and ensembles made up of voice majors at Berry College |
Bell Recital Hall |
|
12-1 pm |
Lunch |
Ford Dining Hall |
|
1-2:30 pm |
Rehearsal #2- Sectionals Continued |
SA- Ford Dining Hall TB- Bell Recital Hall |
|
2:45-3:30 pm |
Rehearsal #3- Tutti |
Bell Recital Hall |
|
3:45 pm |
Showcase Concert featuring Berry Choirs and Festival Choir |
Bell Recital Hall |
|
5 pm |
Dismissal |
Repertoire
Soprano/Alto – I’m On My Way – arr. Trecek-King – JWPepper #10980921
Tenor/Bass – O Sing to the Lord – Davison – JWPepper #10357003
All – Hope Lingers On – Andrea Ramsey – JWPepper #11174126
Eligibility
Bring your best students in balanced SATB octets, a maximum of 16 students. Additional students may be submitted as alternates and will be assigned as needed after the closing of registration. Division splits for all repertoire will be decided day of the event.
Cost
$30.00 per student = Catered lunch + T-shirt. Music is NOT PROVIDED.
Sorry, dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated.
Complimentary director's lunch is provided by the music program.
Student Dress
Comfortable and casual. The performance will be in choir festival T-shirt and jeans.