Chorus
A choir (also called a chorus) is a group of people who sing together. Here are some interesting facts about singing in a choir:
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- People have been singing together all over the world for
thousands of years! Our choral tradition (the way we sing and
perform) comes from Europe.
- Studies show that singing in a choir can boost confidence,
improve your mood, and reduce anxiety.
- Studies show that singers synchronize their heartbeats when
they sing in a choir. This is because the singers in a choir
breathe together during a song.
- It's a great way to have fun and make friends!
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You can learn more bout singing and choirs by checking out the videos and links below.
How Do Our Voices Work?
Ever wonder how our voices work? Check out the video below to find out! If you want to know more, read this article What Can Voice Science Teach Me About Singing? for a more in depth explanation and some easy vocal experiments you can try at home!
Tips for Keeping Your Voice Healthy
Vocal Practice Tips
Ms. Schafer's Favorite Choirs
One Voice Children's Choir
One Voice Children's Choir is based in Northern Utah. The singers range in age from 4 to 17. All of their music are original compositions or arrangements. This choir performs 50 times a year! Click here to visit them on their website.
Eric Whitacre's Virtual Choir
Eric Whitacre is a modern choral composer. Several of his pieces have been performed by virtual choirs. Thousands of singers from across the globe record and upload themselves singing his music to youtube, which he then edits into one performance. Click here to learn more about these virtual choirs.
Westminster Choir College
I graduated from Westminster Choir College, but I am not alone in thinking that this school has the best choirs! Located here in New Jersey, the students at WCC study vocal music and go on to careers as performers and teachers. WCC choirs have performed all over the world and are featured in hundreds of recordings, including Disney's 1940 film Fantasia! Here is the Schola Cantorum singing "Sure On this Shining Night" (yes, I'm singing in there somewhere on the left)!