CHORAL AWARDS

 

Students earn awards for participation in events over the course of the school year.  The awards are given at the end of the year at a special awards ceremony.  In order to receive awards, students must have met the following requirements:

  1. Been part of the Choral program for the preceding year.
  2. Had no unexcused absences from rehearsals and performances.
  3. Have participated in at least one fundraiser.
  4. Have participated in small ensembles, the musical, choral recitals, etc, in any capacity.
  5. Are in good standing with their financial obligations to the choral department.
  6. Have at least a C in Chorus.

The awards are as follows:

   Freshmen: Music Note Pin                   Sophomores: Letter

   Juniors:  Bar                                      Seniors: Choral Pin

    

Additionally, those who have participated in All-District, All-Virginia, ACDA events will receive recognition at the banquet.

Special Awards:

  • Grade Level Awards:      Most Improved

                                              Most Outstanding

  • Most Outstanding Musician Award is given to the student who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in choral/vocal music.
  • Robert Shaw Award will be given to the student who has demonstrated not only not only musicianship but also a love of and a commitment to choral music. This student  will have gone beyond general expectations placed on him/her as a choral student.
  • Esprit de Corps Award will go to the student who is not necessarily the best musician, but who has shown a commitment and dedication level to the program and department that rises above all others.  This award will be voted upon by the students in the program.