flASH (Show Choir) and
Whipflash (Show Choir Band)
2018/2019 Whipflash (Show Choir Band members) - Auditions are on Monday, September 24th from 2:30-4:30pm.
This year the band will be made up of 1 guitar, 1 keys, 1 drum set, 1 bass and perhaps a second keys/percussionist. All the band music will be arranged and learned by this group of students (no written parts, things found mostly online).
Please prepare the following songs for the audition:
1) "Holding Out for A Hero" (Glee Version) - 0:00 to 1:37
Use this track (click here)
2) "Wings" (Little Mix) - 0:00 to 1:24
Use this track (click here)
3) "Defying Gravity" (Wicked) - 0:00 to 1:48
Use this track (Click here)
4) Beat it (Michael Jackson) - 0:00 to 1:30
Use this track (Click here)
NOTE- use whatever means possible to learn these songs (tabs, ears, sheet music online, video tutorials, etc.) because part of the audition is showing us your resourcefulness, your ability to learn songs on your own, and to meet timelines.
Note 2: Each song has different instruments featured, and some might not have your instrument at all. Use your ears and your peers and Ms. V. to figure out when to play/not to play.
Questions or need help? See Ms. V. :)
2018/2019 Whipflash (Show Choir Band members) - Auditions are on Monday, September 24th from 2:30-4:30pm.
This year the band will be made up of 1 guitar, 1 keys, 1 drum set, 1 bass and perhaps a second keys/percussionist. All the band music will be arranged and learned by this group of students (no written parts, things found mostly online).
Please prepare the following songs for the audition:
1) "Holding Out for A Hero" (Glee Version) - 0:00 to 1:37
Use this track (click here)
2) "Wings" (Little Mix) - 0:00 to 1:24
Use this track (click here)
3) "Defying Gravity" (Wicked) - 0:00 to 1:48
Use this track (Click here)
4) Beat it (Michael Jackson) - 0:00 to 1:30
Use this track (Click here)
NOTE- use whatever means possible to learn these songs (tabs, ears, sheet music online, video tutorials, etc.) because part of the audition is showing us your resourcefulness, your ability to learn songs on your own, and to meet timelines.
Note 2: Each song has different instruments featured, and some might not have your instrument at all. Use your ears and your peers and Ms. V. to figure out when to play/not to play.
Questions or need help? See Ms. V. :)
Info for 2018-2019
What is Show Choir? If you want to see what show choir is all about check out Show Choir Canada - the competition we go to in April 2018. Here is their YouTube channel for past videos. You can easily find our video from this year!
Not a course - so yes you can take Musical Theatre and be in show choir
Rehearsals on TUESDAYS after school - little conflict with other groups
Auditions for the band (Whipflash) - these will happen in September. Check back here for more info in September.
What is Show Choir? If you want to see what show choir is all about check out Show Choir Canada - the competition we go to in April 2018. Here is their YouTube channel for past videos. You can easily find our video from this year!
Not a course - so yes you can take Musical Theatre and be in show choir
Rehearsals on TUESDAYS after school - little conflict with other groups
Auditions for the band (Whipflash) - these will happen in September. Check back here for more info in September.
Call Backs/Auditions for flASH (Show Choir members) - Tues. Sept. 11th (2:30-4:30pm)
A. Dance/Group Vocals Portion:
Lyrics
We out here drippin' in finesse
It don't make no sense
Out here drippin' in finesse
You know it, you know it
We out here drippin' in finesse
It don't make no sense
Out here drippin' in finesse
You know it, you know it
[Bridge: Bruno Mars & Cardi B]
Fellas, grab your ladies if your lady fine
Tell her she the one, she the one for life (woo)
Ladies, grab your fellas and let's do this right (do this right)
If you're on one like me in mind (ow!)
Yeah, we got it goin' on, got it goin' on
Don't it feel so good to be us? (ayy)
Yeah, we got it goin' on, got it goin' on (yeah)
Girl, we got it goin' on
Yeah, we got it goin' on, got it goin' on (hey)
Don't it feel so good to be us, ayy? (feels so good on you)
Yeah, we got it goin' on, got it goin' on
A. Dance/Group Vocals Portion:
- Learn the choreographed moves - Bella and Vin have created this awesome dance for you to learn. CLICK HERE FOR THE SINGLES OR MEMBERS OF A BIG GROUP VIDEO OR CLICK HERE FOR THE PARTNERS VIDEO. Use the audio clip below to practice too.
- HS HELP SESSIONS: June 13 and 14th at HS lunch in the Dance Room (with Bella and Vin)
- 7/8 HELP SESSIONS: June 7th at 7/8 lunch in the Dance Room (with Bella and Vin) and June 13 and 14th in the Dance Room at 7/8 Lunch
- Make up moves for the last 2 to 4 eight counts - You can do this in a group or on your own. We want to see your creativity, and also we REALLY want to see you showcase your BEST moves. So if you do an awesome robot, or worm, or pirouette, or step, or jump or ripple, or anything, DO IT! WE WANT TO SEE IT!
- Learn the Vocals -The lyrics for this section are below. Use the audio Clip below to practice too. Learn the melody OR the harmony part OR make up your own harmony! The bottom line is we want to hear what you can do vocally (so take the time), and that you can dance AND sing at the same time, and still hold your part and sing strongly.
- PERFORM, PERFORM, PERFORM! We want to see your FULL ENERGY, and FULLY ENGAGED with your WHOLE body and face! Perform!
Lyrics
We out here drippin' in finesse
It don't make no sense
Out here drippin' in finesse
You know it, you know it
We out here drippin' in finesse
It don't make no sense
Out here drippin' in finesse
You know it, you know it
[Bridge: Bruno Mars & Cardi B]
Fellas, grab your ladies if your lady fine
Tell her she the one, she the one for life (woo)
Ladies, grab your fellas and let's do this right (do this right)
If you're on one like me in mind (ow!)
Yeah, we got it goin' on, got it goin' on
Don't it feel so good to be us? (ayy)
Yeah, we got it goin' on, got it goin' on (yeah)
Girl, we got it goin' on
Yeah, we got it goin' on, got it goin' on (hey)
Don't it feel so good to be us, ayy? (feels so good on you)
Yeah, we got it goin' on, got it goin' on
B. Song Portion
- Song of your Choice - showcase your best style (whatever that is) and it must be memorized and you must use a backing track or live instrument accompaniment, NO A CAPELLA (max 0:30). Choose a song that really shows your best vocal range and style, and be sure to give a full 'show choir' performance full of stage presence (body movement, facial expression, style and expression/dynamics). No Cd's either please :) And since you only have 30 seconds to show us your BEST singing, choose the part of the song wisely and have your backing track cued up on your phone.
- Show/Describe to us one skill/talent you have - can you do something that is very unique? It could be a particular type of dance or movement, a skill like juggling, or a skill like organizing fundraisers. Either show us or tell us (max 30 seconds)
C. Application Form - Fill out this Application Form, BEFORE THE AUDITION, as you have part of it filled out by your parents.
Good luck!
Good luck!
NOTE - Call Backs - It is possible that after these auditions you will get a call back. If you do, get your feedback sheet from Mrs. McCauley, and use this info to prepare a NEW song for vocals that shows your best voice, and PERFECT the dance (focus on energy, facials, emotion with body and face, singing the melody or harmony, crispness and angles). The call backs will be on Tuesday, September 11th from 2:30-4:30pm.
NOTE- Dancing verses singing for choir members? If you are a dancer but don't feel you have strong singing skills, or vice versa, come out to the auditions. We will have opportunities for you!
NOTE- Dancing verses singing for choir members? If you are a dancer but don't feel you have strong singing skills, or vice versa, come out to the auditions. We will have opportunities for you!
Are you a member of this year's Show Choir? Click here for our private page.