Singing in the choir
Singing in a choir involves the joint singing of a large group of 10 to 100 people. Choristers (musicians of the choir) are united by the joint learning and performance of a single repertoire for all, most often written specifically for the choir. Contemporary examples choral singing - Chamber choir Moscow Conservatory" under the direction of B. Tevlin, the choir of the State Academic Symphony Capella of Russia under the direction of V. Polyansky, etc.
Choral groups are different: male choir, female choir, mixed choir, children's choir, etc. The repertoire performed by the choir is varied: classical works, folk songs.
We are recruiting choral groups for different age categories and levels of training. If you have never sung or studied with us before, then you need to sign up for a trial lesson, according to the results of which you will be assigned to a group for singing lessons: First level(vocal group), advanced level, adult choir or children's choir.
We recruit choir groups for various age categories and levels of training. If you have never sung or studied with us before, then you need to sign up for a trial lesson, according to the results of which you will be assigned to a singing group: beginner level (vocal solfeggio group), advanced level, adult choir or children's choir.
So you want to get into church choir. If you are a believer, then you are doubly interested in singing on the kliros. In the end, the kliros imitates the angels, and imitates the angelic heavenly face. This in itself is quite attractive for a believer, and more active participation in worship subconsciously (and sometimes quite consciously) instills the idea of greater personal value for the parish.
Of course, one cannot completely exclude the option that you see in this work an opportunity to combine the good with the utilitarian (that is, money). There is nothing wrong. Work on the kliros is difficult and it is quite appropriate to get at least something for it. So the background is clear. You want to be in the church choir.
Now, exactly how it's done
1. Go to the church cash desk (where candles are sold) and ask -"what is the name of the abbot of this temple and when does he serve"? The rector is actually the head of the parish, its "director", and it is he who is the coordinator of all processes in a single church. Nothing is done without the abbot, and you cannot escape communication with him. When you find out when the rector is serving, you simply ask him for a few words. Usually after service.
2. So, you go up to the rector and say "Hello, my name is so-and-so ... I want to sing in the church choir. I have / do not have (underline as appropriate) musical education, have/no (underline as appropriate) experience of singing in kliros, ready/not ready (underline as appropriate) to work for free".
The rector will very quickly weigh your chances, and if they are not zero (if you are a man, the chances increase slightly, since there are traditionally not enough men in the kliros), then he will give the contacts of the regent - the "director" of the choir.
And he will direct you to have a conversation with him. If the rector clearly rejects you (it is clear that he is giving arguments that you cannot sing), then ask him "is there a school at the church church singing where you are willing to go." If there is, ask how to get there. If not, politely say goodbye and apologize for the wasted time.
3. At this phase, it is assumed that the abbot did not "reject" you after all and sent you to the regent. Relax early. The regent often just "for the rector" competently sends off, in addition, the regent is already a professional in singing (and he certainly thinks that way to himself), so your natural excitement will be added to the conversation (unless, of course, you have not sung before for 15 years in different kliros ).
So, approach the regent and you will have to repeat to him everything that you said to the rector, after which you can invite the regent to sing something simple with him right now (so that the regent can appreciate the pleasantness / creakiness of your voice).
Usually confidence in such matters works in a plus. If the regent has any interest in the new choirboys, he will make time for you. If the regent has no interest (everything suits him in current composition) - well, try to ask him about whether there is a church singing school in the city. If yes - ask for coordinates and say goodbye. If not, just say goodbye. You can't get a kliros yet. Actually, this is hard work and your loss (well, or missed opportunities, as you prefer) cannot be called tragic.
4. Suppose the regent nevertheless agreed to accept you for a trial period. And he appointed a time for you to come to the general rehearsal (in other words, a rehearsal), in which all the people working on the kliros already participate. You are now required not to burn your nerves and not to frighten already working choristers. There are several tips.
- Do not use a lot of church words/expressions in rehearsal and in general in communication. Singers, as a rule, begin to think about such a person like this: “oh, a mega-Orthodox has come, who was sent by the rector to spy on us, he will spoil our singing, but he will be in good standing with the rector.” Be yourself, don’t be too relaxed, but you don’t need to be a shy mouse either (otherwise they will conclude that you are useless, like a dead fly, all the same, performance musical works requires a certain amount of performance courage).
- Dress well and well. Poor dressing is not a plus for you, simply because the choristers will immediately begin to think "you want to break into the left choir at any cost and take away services from already working choristers." You don’t know this yet, but the choristers all services are limited and there is a fight for each (because the rector does not allow everyone to go out at will, there is a limit on the number of people in the everyday “left” service). Show that you are ready for anything at holiday services on weekends, but you are a working person and you have money (even if this is an embellished reality)
- Tune in to what good location you will be the first time to provide only regent. The choristers are very afraid of destroying the fragile world that they develop during their work - this is both the balance of the workload and the distribution of authority in the team, and therefore no one will "bet on a dark horse". You will be treated with cold politeness, and in especially neglected cases - with cold impoliteness)) If you want to sing for real, you will have to endure it all.
- Of course, don't be late. Come early, take a look. Offer to take sheet music home to study (this is, of course, if you do not read like a computer, but this is very rare, at least in the provinces). If you took some notes home, prove that you watched them at home. Take not much. Two or three pieces, but then show that they began to sing them better (in other words, show progress).
In general, at this stage, everything already depends on the real benefit that you can bring. If you are good and your character does not cause horror, you are likely to be left. By the way, there is such a secret - if you want to be left for sure, offer to read on the kliros - a psalter or a clock. Start by learning the text of these prayers by heart, so that at any time of the day or night you can mint these texts like a robot. Singers hate to read (because it spoils the voice), and any reader is usually welcomed like a sip of forfeit in the heat. And the willingness to "read everything" in the beginner phase really, really helps to soften the steely gleam in the eyes of old and experienced singers))
Well, remember. If the Lord wants to see you on the kliros, you will be on the kliros. It's been verified.
Dear parents and legal representatives of children!
The large children's choir announces an additional enrollment in the senior (concert) group of the choir of girls aged 13-16, who have vocal abilities and are proficient in musical notation. Priority for low voices. Listening is carried out after prior agreement. The choir is located about the address: Degtyarny per. 7, school №2054, 2nd floor, class 22.
The next audition for admission to the main choir in other groups will be in the spring. Follow the announcements on the site!
As an experiment, this year groups are open to prepare for auditions for the main cast. Classes are held at the Millennium Family Development Center on Nastasinsky Lane. Two paid groups work for children from 4 to 9 years old. Twice a week on Wednesdays and Saturdays. If you are interested, fill out the application at the bottom of the page and we will answer what requirements and what you need to do to enter these groups.
You can learn about the requirements for children from the film. Click the link below to have it.
Choral singing can act both as a pre-professional general educational preparation of children and characterize special kind musical activity. Vladimir Ivanovich Dal described choral singing as "friendly and joint". It's hard to argue with him: it can be said teamwork where everyone should feel responsible. Of course, the choir can mask the minor vocal shortcomings of one or another soloist, but the main thing is to maintain harmony and commonality, a single sound pattern.
in the studios music schools, creative associations our city children can learn choral singing in a friendly company and under the guidance of experienced mentors. Often the choir unites children attending church parishes, spiritual institutions - in this case, boys and girls will increase their religious culture learn more about the history and traditions of their country.
The benefits of choral singing are undeniable and proven by many scientists: firstly, the soloist improves the functioning of the respiratory and cardiovascular systems, increases the tone of the brain. Secondly, vocals have a beneficial effect if the guys have problems with joints or posture. Thirdly, choral singing has a powerful psychotherapeutic effect, reducing stress and nullifying complexes.
Singing is freedom: therefore it is in no way associated with tension. You need to sing in a clear and clear voice, pronounce the words in the same way - clearly and clearly. It should be remembered that the power of sound is not achieved by shouting. You should not try to “shout out” those with whom you sing in the choir: it is important to listen to them and make sure that your voice joins the “general flow”. Breathing cannot be taken in the middle of a word and a singing phrase - this spoils the impression and inevitably introduces dissonance. You can not sing through your teeth: the mouth should open easily and freely. Regardless of whether you are sitting or standing, you need not to bend and keep your back straight: this is how the lungs can freely take in the air necessary for singing.
