Choir Programs
Concert Choir
Concert Choir is open to grades 10-12. Choral experience and/or auditions are not required. The chorus meets five days per week; members are encouraged to register for vocal lessons once per week.
Concert Choir performs at four major concerts per year and at the IHSA Large Group Contest. Attendance is required at all performances. Literature performed encompasses a variety of historical periods, styles, cultures, and languages; literature is selected to be challenging, yet suitable for developing voices and for teaching choral music skills. Chorus members are eligible for All-State and state solo/ensemble contests. Concert Choir tours every third year. Members must pay a non-refundable robe rental fee during registration.
Concert Chorale
Concert Chorale is the AHS auditioned large ensemble open to grades 9-12. Auditions are held during the spring for the following school year; students new to AHS should see the director for audition information. Chorale meets five days per week; members must be able to attend five days per week. In addition, students are highly encouraged to register for vocal lessons once per week.
The chorus performs at four major concerts per year and may also sing at AHS Commencement and additional concerts scheduled by the director. Attendance is required at all performances. Literature performed encompasses a variety of historical periods, styles, cultures and languages; literature selected is extremely challenging and requires advanced choral skills and dedication to the choral art.
Chorale members are eligible for All-State and state solo/ensemble contests. Concert Chorale tours every third year. Members must pay a non-refundable robe rental fee during registration.
Freshman Chorus
Freshman chorus is open to all 9th graders. Choral experience and/or auditions are not required. The chorus meets five days per week. The chorus performs at four major concerts per year. Attendance is required at all performances. Literature performed encompasses a variety of historical periods, styles, cultures and languages; literature is selected to be challenging, yet suitable for developing voices and for teaching choral music skills.
Freshman Chorus members are eligible for Opus, All-State, and state solo/ensemble contests. Members must pay a non-refundable robe rental fee during registration.
Additional Choral Opportunities
Madrigal Singers
Madrigal Singers is an auditioned 28-voice choir selected in the fall. Students must be a member of a major choral ensemble to audition. The choir rehearses Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings at 7:00 a.m. and Monday evenings 7:00-9:00 p.m. Singers perform at the annual Madrigal Dinners, and must be available for evening and weekend performances.