NOTE: You should have received an invite for the Bel Canto mixer/party on Sunday, September 6 4:30-6:30. There is a "what to bring" list of foods. Some that might allow you to do some experimental cooking/preparation. Please make sure and RSvP to either Hunter or Vania.
For some unknown reason, the scores for The Work of Christmas are delayed another month. Consequently, I cancelled the order. For those who need it, please download it from the Bel Canto Resources Page and print it out.
Also, please double check your music. I'm missing a copy of Gabriel's Message. If you by chance picked up two, please let me know. Lisa vS is in need of it.
We will continue working on listening and blending for beautiful tone. Please rehearse independently with that in mind.
Ngothando - there is a pronuncation guide on the Resources site. Please practice the song with IsiZulu language. The click is on the 2nd syllable of Son*qoba.
Nino Dios - practice the Spanish rhythmically, independent of the pitches until you are comfortable putting them together. Start slowly for accuracy and then gradually speed up. Remember to make the "d" consonant by slightly tapping the aveleor ridge (behind upper front teeth) with the tongue. Also ll is not a very soft "j" sound rather than "y."
The Holly and the Ivy - we worked through the notes and rhythms with words on this. Please not the rhythm on sweet singing in the choir. Sweet is 2 beats.
The Darkest Midnight - we worked through the notes and rhythms up to page 9. Please look finish going through your pitches and rhythms to the end. At the end of each verse, I will conduct mm. 13, 25, 38 in 3/4 rather than the 6/8.
For TUESDAY, September 1
- A Choral Christmas Overture
- Patapan
- The Everlasting Flame (practice on oo) - there will be a Hebrew pronunciation guide shortly
- Silent Night
