THE EXPEDITION ITINERARY

Meet the Expedition TeamDig Into Our Chorus Culture

Uncover the Clues to Musical ArtistryExplore the Secrets of a “Physically

Enhanced” PerformanceDiscover the Treasure in YOU!

TREASURE CLUE #1

Three Critical Elements of

Harborlites’ Chorus Culture

EXPECTATIONS of focus and disciplineShared BELIEFS – in ourselves and in

our DirectorThe priority of YOU, THE AUDIENCE

EXPECTATIONS OF FOCUS AND DISCIPLINE

A part of everything we do, the big and the “little things”

Ultimately, it’s about respect for one another and the pursuit of our goals

TREASURE CLUE #1

Harborlites “Expectations for Success”

General Conduct Chorus Fellowship

Chorus Service and Assistance Attendance and Punctuality

Chorus Participation Learning/Preparation Obligations

Riser Etiquette Member Health Performance

TREASURE CLUE #1

SHARED BELIEFS

“Expectations for Success” lead to shared beliefs – in ourselves and our Director

Requires TRUSTContinual emphasis on inspiring one

another to believeMission statement reflects our shared

beliefs

TREASURE CLUE #1

Harborlites Mission Statement

Harborlites’ mission is to be an exciting, award-winning chorus performing 4-part

harmony, barbershop style. We are committed to the highest standards of

musical excellence, education, personal growth and the magic we create in every

captivating performance.

TREASURE CLUE #1

THE ULTIMATE PRIORITY

YOU, the Audience!

“Giving a ‘gift’ to the audience is our job.” -- Pam Pieson

TREASURE CLUE #1

The ultimate in the musical performance is achieved when the performer reaches out at the beginning of the

performance, takes the audience in the palm of her hand and holds it there until the performance has

concluded, keeping each listener totally spellbound by the emotional impact achieved. Musical artistry occurs

when all other aspects of the music category have been achieved. The performer then has the freedom to

present a magical experience that is aesthetically satisfying and memorable for the performer and the

listener. Such a presentation of inanimate words and notes will result in beautiful, living barbershop music.”

− JCDB, Music Category

MUSICAL ARTISTRY

MUSICAL ARTISTRY

MUSICAL ARTISTRY

PERFORMANCE SONG & ARRANGEMENT

A. Vocal Skills A. Form

B. Harmony Accuracy B. Melody

1. Correct notes C. Arrangement

2. Fine tuning D. Lyrics

3. Inappropriate doubling E. Merit as BBS competition material

C. Barbershop Style F. Suitability to performer

1. Tempo

2. Rhythm

3. Musical Unity

4. Phrasing

5. Dynamics

6. Musical Energy

D. MUSICAL ARTISTRY

WE ARE A SINGING ORGANIZATION!

Make this reality a part of your chorus culture

We did Vocal Gold to improve our singing…what can you do?

TREASURE CLUE #2

THE BASICS OF VOCAL GOLD

Vocal Production Workshop all members must attend

Focus on CONSTANTLY reinforcing basic skills through weekly “Skill Building” time (instead of “warm-ups”)

Individual attention through PVIs and tape listening/evaluation

TREASURE CLUE #2

THERE ARE NO SHORTCUTS TO MUSICAL EXCELLENCE!

The focus on improving vocal skills must be:RelentlessConstantEvaluated ContinuallyRe-invented As Required

NOTHING ELSE (Artistry, Physicality) CAN ADVANCE UNTIL YOUR VOCAL SKILLS DO!

TREASURE CLUE #2

COMMUNICATING MUSICAL ARTISTRY:

FIVE DIRECTING SKILLS

Music SelectionMusical Plan CreationThe Use of an “Artistic Vocabulary”The Use of Vocal ModelingThe Use of Body Language

TREASURE CLUE #3

MUSIC SELECTION

Choose music that speaks to you on an emotional level – this fosters believability

Chorus vocal skills must match the skill required by the arrangement

Challenge chorus with arrangements, but be realistic!

TREASURE CLUE #3

TREASURE CLUE #3

MUSICAL PLAN CREATION

Let the chorus be your voice, a mirror of your emotions

Borrow ideas from other artists

Dare to risk in your artistic interpretation!

You have many “languages” with which to communicate artistic singing to your chorus

Use your words, voice, and body to communicate the emotional and artistic sounds you want your chorus to create with their voices

TREASURE CLUE #3

The focus of the Showmanship category is the evaluation of the salesmanship of the

musical product. This includes the elements of preparation, the visual plan, and the creation and communication of

on-stage magic.”

−JCDB, Showmanship Category

THE PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE

Develop or find a “Visual Guide” (individual or team)

Must understand the intricacies of designing visual plans – how physicality affects and can enhance the musical plan

TREASURE CLUE #4

Visual Leadership ConferenceToronto, Ontario Canada

July 10-12, 2009

With Erin Howden International Faculty, Coach,

Choreographer and Asst.Director, North Metro ChorusDemonstration Appearance by North Metro

Don’t miss this opportunity to network and to grow your creative genius!!

To register contact www.northmetrochorus.com

THE BASICS OF VISUAL GOLD

All-day Visual Workshop that all members must attend

Held every yearIncludes:

Showmanship classesSmall group workWatching yourself on video – “You Be The Judge”Stamina building

TREASURE CLUE #5

LET’S GET PHYSICAL!

Physical warm-ups are essential for stamina building

Can also be used to learn how to “move artistically”

Moving artistically helps us sing artistically!

TREASURE CLUE #5

GET INTO CHARACTER!

Every song has a character we must play

Bring out your “inner actress”!

Playing a character is an artistic exercise and it organically, naturally translates into more artistic singing!

HOW COOL IS THAT?!

TREASURE CLUE #5

SEXY

TREASURE CLUE #5

TREASURE CLUE #5

FLIRTY

THE M.A.P. DANCE

Working the CharacterWorking the Musical Artistry

Working the PhysicalityPUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER!

“GO BIG, OR GO HOME!”

Please go to our website for a copy of the presentation!

www.harborliteschorus.org

You may also ask questions about the class on our website – we’ll answer as soon as we return from Hawaii!

Mahalo and Aloha!

QUESTIONS, ANYONE?

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www.harborliteschorus.org