Fall 2024 Information
Unfortunately, our Fall 2024 season is at capacity with returning members and we have no new spaces available. If you would like to be placed on our waiting list, please submit your information here. Send us an email at info@islandsongchoir.ca if you’d like to be put on the mailing list for future season announcements.
Dates:
Our season will run on Thursday evenings, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, from September 12, 2024 – January 9, 2025. We will take a break during the school holiday on Dec 26 and Jan 2.
Fees:
$200, payable via e-transfer to finance@islandsongchoir.ca. Island Song is run on a not-for-profit basis. You can also pay by cash, cheque, or debit at your first rehearsal. Please help us avoid fees by choosing to pay by e-transfer, cash, or cheque. Cheques can be made out to Island Song Choir. Payment is due by the second week of practice or can be split into two payments if needed. If you are in need of financial assistance to participate, please reach out to discuss further.
Refund policy:
- If a member decides to drop out within the first two rehearsals (through Sep 19), they will receive a full refund.
- If a member decides to drop out after two rehearsals and up to four rehearsals (through Oct 3), they will receive a refund minus a $60 fee.
- After four rehearsals (after Oct 3) no refund will be offered, although extenuating circumstances will be considered.
Location:
We rehearse in the band room at Bayside Middle School at 1101 Newton Pl, Brentwood Bay, BC.
Concert:
Our Winter Concert will be at Mary Winspear on Saturday January 18, 2025, with a dress rehearsal on Friday, January 17, 2025.
Repertoire:
Our theme for Season 12 is “Love ‘Em & Leave ‘Em,” songs of passion, heartbreak and empowerment that celebrate and lament love’s triumphs and trials, each arranged by our own choir members.
Expectations:
- Members are expected to attend as many rehearsals as possible. If you are aware that you will miss more than two rehearsals during the season, please let us know. If you miss a rehearsal, please ensure that you listen to the recording so you’ll know what was taught.
- Members are expected to do some practicing on their own time in order to become familiar with the material and reinforce what we learn during rehearsals. The amount of time spent will vary depending on your ability and comfort level. Sing in your car, your shower, or wherever you can find a moment!
Illness policy:
- Please do not attend choir if you are ill.
- Rehearsals will be recorded for those unable to attend any given rehearsal; these recordings will be stored within the members materials drive.
- Mask wearing is optional whilst singing together. Please respect others’ individual decisions to either mask or unmask in our choir.,C