Crash Course Chorus

Alumni registration opens Aug 20, public registration Aug 27.

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HERE'S HOW THE CRASH CHORUS WORKS​

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Over the span of 6 Sundays
– we'll laugh / we'll cry / we'll sing
– we'll have one potluck
– we'll have optional post-choir hangs at Merlin's Rest on Lake St
– we'll learn 5 choir arrangements of secular songs, most of which are original arrangements by K+K founding director Rachel Ries. This season: Nick Lowe/Elvis Costello, CSNY, Neko Case, Heart and Tift Merritt.
– and on the last day, we'll sing 'em for any friends and family who want to listen!

 

NEW THIS SEASON:

Matinee & Evening singers will come together during our final week for a combined rehearsal and concert.

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6 Sundays, Sep 27 - Nov 1

First 5 Sundays:

3:30-5:30 Matinee Chorus
7:00-9:00 Evening Chorus

 

Final Sunday, Nov 1:

3:30-5:30 Combined Matinee + Evening Chorus 

3:30 Rehearsal + 5:00 Concert
This combined session is at a secondary location for capacity reasons.

Both spaces are welcoming and accessible churches in SE Mpls.
Location provided upon session confirmation. 

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Who's this for?
The CCC is for YOU if you want to sing modern, secular pop/rock/folk/indie songs in 4-8 part harmony in a room full of other harmony-lovers in a low stakes environment. No experience or mad chops necessary. If you've participated in our Open Sings, think similar songs + one or two more complex ones that we can pick apart over the course of the session. 

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How do we learn the songs?
While we do use sheet music in session, sight-reading is by no means required as you'll also be provided with audio reference tracks for all the songs. The audio tracks are a great tool if you prefer learning by ear. Once you sign up you'll be provided access to a GoogleDrive folder with all the sheet music and audio reference tracks so you can pre-game.

All music will be printed and provided for you at the start of the session. 

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How much does it cost?
Everyone has a different level of financial ease so we employ a mutual aid dues structure. If you're able to contribute more, that helps balance out for those who need to contribute less. The sessions are a sliding scale of $120 - $300. This goes to cover 
- the 4 of us on staff
- rehearsal space rent
- printing copious amounts of sheet music (so much toner!)
- sound equipment
- insurance
- the creation/notation/multi-track recording of original, unique arrangements, developed just for the Kith + Kin Chorus Community
- and the endless hours of fiddly admin needed to organize and execute an experience like this.

Need to do a work trade or barter? We love that! Please get in touch directly for those options or with any other financial concerns. Email rachel (a) kithandkinchorus.org

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What if I have to miss a week?
It's definitely going to be the most rewarding, fun and community-building if you can make it to all 6 evenings! However, we all know life gets messy – no stress or shame if you have to miss. And only good times when you can make it!

 

Helpful tidbit: week to week each time slot will cover the same material so if you've signed up for the evening chorus but have a conflict one week you could always pop into the afternoon session instead.

Ok how do I join?

Step 1a: If you read everything above, submit this form [https://forms.gle/C3pZ1oJT3k1iBUvA7] to register.
Step 1b: Your spot isn't secured and the music isn't unlocked until you send payment via Venmo: @rachelkay, #9822. This is the preferred method. Get in touch directly if you would like to use Zelle, cash, check.
Step 2: Once you've paid for the session, watch for your invite to the shared GoogleDrive with all song resources. You will receive this and your section assignment in September.
Step 3: You'll receive an email the week prior with final details
Step 4: See you when it's singing time!

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Sing you soon,
rachel ries

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