Frequently Asked Questions about ATC
(All-Town Chorus)
What is it?
An extracurricular choral experience for any 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders in Belmont, directed by Christine Servilio.
Where/When does it meet?
Every Tuesday from September 24 to April 1, 3:30-5 in the Wellington School music room
What do you do in ATC?
Sing, sing, sing! In this chorus, every kid gets individual attention in learning how to sing beautifully and healthily, but the emphasis is mainly on singing in a group. We sing, play games, practice reading music notation, learn music vocabulary and techniques, and perform in 2 concerts per year. Most of all, we make amazing music together!
Do you need to be an expert singer to join?
NO! Some people in our society think you have to be a superstar or idol to be able to sing, but we believe that anyone can learn to sing! Whether you feel confident in your singing or you are just starting, come join us for a wonderful experience!
Why sing in a chorus?
Ask anyone who is in one, and they can give you many reasons. Here are a few highlights:
How do I join?
Go to http://www.belmont.k12.ma.us/payonline/ to register and pay for All-Town Chorus.
An extracurricular choral experience for any 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders in Belmont, directed by Christine Servilio.
Where/When does it meet?
Every Tuesday from September 24 to April 1, 3:30-5 in the Wellington School music room
What do you do in ATC?
Sing, sing, sing! In this chorus, every kid gets individual attention in learning how to sing beautifully and healthily, but the emphasis is mainly on singing in a group. We sing, play games, practice reading music notation, learn music vocabulary and techniques, and perform in 2 concerts per year. Most of all, we make amazing music together!
Do you need to be an expert singer to join?
NO! Some people in our society think you have to be a superstar or idol to be able to sing, but we believe that anyone can learn to sing! Whether you feel confident in your singing or you are just starting, come join us for a wonderful experience!
Why sing in a chorus?
Ask anyone who is in one, and they can give you many reasons. Here are a few highlights:
- Community -- make new friends, spend time with old friends, and accomplish something together with other kids your age. Even though we have a lot of fun, we work hard on being the best singers and chorus we can be.
- Expression -- music and singing are wonderful ways to express feelings and messages and communicate with fellow musicians or listeners.
- Intelligence -- everyone has musical intelligence, and everyone can develop his or her musical intelligence. Being in chorus helps you become a smarter musician!
- Fulfillment -- you'll find that working hard to be a great musician and reaching new goals makes you feel really good!
How do I join?
Go to http://www.belmont.k12.ma.us/payonline/ to register and pay for All-Town Chorus.