Chorus

Mrs. Jacqueline Knappenberger

Mrs. Knappenberger is an accomplished music educator and conductor with over a decade of experience in shaping the lives of young musicians. With a Master of Arts in Music, specializing in Conducting from the University of Central Missouri, and a Bachelor of Music Education from Florida State University, Jacqueline's journey in music education has been marked by dedication and excellence.

Mrs. Knappenberger also has a passion for mentorship. She completed Clinical Educator Training in both Florida and Virginia to be able to mentor music education interns and first-year teachers. She hopes every student has access to a high quality music education, which begins with teachers. As an active member of professional associations such as the National Association for Music Education and the American Choral Directors Association, she continues to advocate for the importance of music in education and in the lives of young learners.

BEGINNING CHORUS

Students with little or no choral experience develop beginning vocal technique and skills, critical and creative thinking skills, and an appreciation of music from around the world and through time.

ADVANCED CHORUS

Students build on previous choral experience to expand vocal, technical, musical and ensemble skills through rehearsal, performance, and study of high-quality choral literature. Singers focus on increasing knowledge of music theory, music literacy, and aesthetic response. Admission is by teacher approval.

SHOW CHOIR

Student coursework focuses on, but is not limited to, basic acting, basic vocal performance, basic dance/movement, non-dance movement, and staging, which transfer readily to musical theatre literature. Students will survey the current trends in musical theatre by studying representative literature. Students will explore the unique staging and technical demands of musicals in contrast to non-musical plays. Public performances may serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals. Students may be required to attend and/or participate in rehearsals and performances outside the school day to support, extend, and assess learning in the classroom. Admission is by teacher approval.