Policies

Due to the nature of choral singing, attendance at rehearsals and liturgies is of great importance. We depend on each other. The director is listening for the blend of voices and the overall sound of the group - even one or two voices missing or added later can change that sound. Therefore.. your prescence makes a difference!

While absences are expected and in some instances unavoidable, we ask that you make the choir a priority by trying to avoid scheduling other events on Thursday evenings or Sunday mornings. With that said, we ask that choir members commit to attending at least 75 percent of rehearsals and liturgies. And, if possible try not to miss two weeks in a row.

Q: What if I must be absent from rehearsal or liturgy?

A: Please contact the director as soon as you know any dates you will be absent. This will help the director to make decisions regarding the music. (i.e. if there are a number of absences on a particular Sunday, there may be some instances when certain pieces will need to change)

Q: If I am absent on Thursday can I still sing on Sunday?

A: Absolutely. We will be practicing on our pieces several weeks in advance so if your rehearsal attendance has been consistent, missing a Thursday rehearsal will not affect your ability to sing the following Sunday. In other words, you would have already covered what is to be sung the coming Sunday at an earlier rehearsal.

Q: If I will be absent on a particular Sunday I don't need to come to rehearsal the Thursday before, right?

A: Wrong. As with the previous answer most of the music covered in the rehearsals are to be sung at a future mass and therefore missing one would lessen your exposure to the pieces. Rehearsals are important because they prepare you many weeks ahead. Do not skip a rehearsal just because you won't be there on Sunday.

Q: What if I am sick or have lost my voice due to allergies or by some other respiratory ailment?

A: If you are not contagious it is a good idea to attend rehearsal if you're up to it. You can still receive the conductor's markings to the music and continue to learn the music simply by listening.