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    CONCERTS

    There are four graded curricular concerts this year. Please mark calendars for the following concert dates:

    • Combined Choir Fall concert at Perry High School – Monday September 16
    • Holiday concert (Sounds of the Season) – Thursday December 12, 6pm  
    • Why We Sing (Payne Bellas/Harmonies only) – Thursday February 27, 2025, 6pm 
    • Payne Spring Festival (Show choir only) - February 28, 2025, 6pm
    • Spring Pops Concert – Thursday May 8, 2025, 6pm 

    Concerts (except Sept. 16) are usually held in the Payne JHS Cafeteria or Gym, and begin at 6:00 pm.  Concerts are approximately 45 minutes. 

    Possible after-school rehearsal from 4:00-6:00 pm for all students on the same day as the concert. 

    Concerts are mandatory.  Please email me at mcphail.howard@cusd80.com with any questions. 

     

    FIELD TRIPS/PERFORMANCES

    The choirs will have a number of opportunities to showcase their talent and musicality this year. For many students, performing in the Chandler community is a great way to find motivation and to practice and push beyond their limits. It also helps increase their willingness to work together as a musical ensemble.

    All Choirs:

    Showstoppers:

    • 6th Grade Orientation (For Incoming 7th graders) - Payne Cafeteria: TBD. 5 - 7 pm.

    Payne Bellas:

    • Payne recruitment tour to Elementary schools: January 9-10, 2025, 10am to 1pm
    • Az-ACDA Choral Festival - Chandler Gilbert Community College. Thursday, May 1, 2025. 11:20 am

     

     

    Past trips:

     

    2024 Sing National Anthem with CUSD Choirs at Diamondbacks game (Fundraiser), August 28, 2024, 4:45pm

    2023 Performance at Diamondbacks Game