Performances

Attendance is required at all scheduled mandatory performances.

Excused Absences for Mandatory Performances: illness, death in the family, school music concert.

All absences from mandatory performances must be pre-approved by the Director.

Note: Any unexcused absence from a mandatory performance may constitute a reason for placement of the singer in another choir or removal from the program.

 

Performance Procedures

Performances require the very best in conduct, appearance and musicianship. Information concerning specific concerts will be distributed on concert detail memorandum.

1. Singers should always eat a nutritious meal and get plenty of rest before a concert. Be sure the singer has used the restroom prior to arrival at the concert site.
2. Singers should arrive one hour (60 minutes) before the performance and immediately check-in with the Attendance Coordinator or assistant.
3. Any prescription medication given to a singer less than three (3) hours before a performance should be reported to BNYC medical personnel.
4. Tardiness at a performance may exclude a singer from participation at that performance.
5. All performers must arrive attired in proper concert dress as noted in the Concert Detail Sheet. Failure to wear proper concert dress will result in non-participation in the concert.
6. Singers should conduct themselves at all times in a calm, polite and professional manner. They must give their undivided attention to the Director or Performance Coordinator at all times. Remember that at all times, you represent the Buffalo Niagara Youth Chorus!
7. All singers must know the music. Each musician must have a confidant command of the concert repertoire.
8. During a performance if a singer feels ill, he/she should quietly sit down on the riser and rest for the remainder of the song. Then, if feeling better, the child may get up and sing again; or if not, quietly leave the stage. Chaperones are always watching and will help if necessary.
9. Remember that at all times you represent the Buffalo Niagara Youth Chorus.



NOTE: Final dress rehearsals and pre-performance rehearsals are always closed to the audience, including families. Only designated chaperones will be allowed in the rehearsal area prior to a performance. This allows the singers to concentrate on the music, the Director and the final instructions being given by those in charge.