Please join us Tuesday, September 29th at 7:15 pm for the premiere of our Virtual Open Mic Night!
YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/9IqC8qLt8YE  

Tune in for a wonderful 42 minutes of entertainment!!  

Join the Baylor University School of Music and dozens of other colleges and universities from around the country for the inaugural Virtual Performing Arts College Fair hosted by the Music Admissions Roundtable. This live, FREE, event is for all prospective undergraduate and graduate students ANYWHERE in the world. The first of five fairs will be held Monday, September 21, from 9am-12pm Eastern Time.


College Fair Dates
Monday, September 21: 9am-12pm Eastern
Thursday, October 8: 9pm-12am Eastern
Sunday, October 25: 2pm-5pm Eastern
Thursday, November 12: 8pm-11pm Eastern
Monday, November 23: 7pm-10pm Eastern




Panel discussions will be available one hour prior to the scheduled fair times. Learn first-hand about the institutions, about programs, admission processes, and more.
As mentioned above, there is no cost to attend! You don't need to register in advance of the fair of your choice; however, you will need to complete a very brief online form to enter each school's Zoom session, including Baylor's.
College fairs and campus visits are a great opportunity for you to find schools that could be the “right fit”, and for schools to find interested students they may not have met otherwise. Learn more about preparing for a virtual college fair by reading this article from MajoringinMusic.com.
MORE INFORMATION is available on the Music Admissions Roundtable website. We hope to see you at one of the upcoming fairs!
Sic ‘em Bears!



Baylor School of Music
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August 19, 2020 

Welcome to the 2020-2021 Carroll Senior High School Dragon Choirs! We are eagerly looking forward to the possibilities of this coming year and am excited that you have chosen to be a part of our choral program. 

The Dragon Choirs of Carroll Senior High School are designed to give you a well-rounded choral music experience. This year’s theme is “Go the Distance.” We will focus on helping each student and choir build skills and knowledge to further develop a “tradition of excellence.” 

We encourage you to get to know more about the choral program online at www.dragonchoirs.net As a member of the Dragon Choirs, you will be a key part of helping this choral program succeed. You will be singing in many concerts, competitions, and other performances and you will also have opportunities to gain individual recognition through events such as All-State Choir, Solo & Ensemble, Pop Show, and more. 

This handbook contains valuable information about grading policies, uniforms, finances, private lessons, calendar events, and more. Please read this information closely and carefully and sign the required forms by Friday, August 28, 2020. 

Thank you for joining the Dragon Choir family! We are excited to work with you and am looking forward to many great musical experiences over the next year! We are confident that this year will continue our emergence as one of the leading choral programs in Texas. GO DRAGONS!


STUDENT SAFETY & RISK MITIGATION 
The Carroll Choral Department has worked in conjunction with Carroll ISD, TEA, and CDC officials to study scholarly resources in order to create a learning environment for choral singing that prioritizes student safety and mitigates potential risk. For the 2020-21 school year, the Carroll Choral Department will implement the strategies and procedures listed in this document. Participation in singing activities while on-campus is contingent with these expectations, which require a signature by the student and parent. Please note these are subject to change based on emerging research and guidance from appropriate officials.
Weekly Health Screening

• In conjunction with school directives, students shall complete a weekly health screening survey prior to participating in on-campus choral rehearsals. 

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 

• All staff and students must properly wear face masks during all aspects of the choral rehearsal, including entrance and exit into the rehearsal location, while singing alone and in groups, and during all non-singing activities. If a student does not have a face mask, one will be provided. 
• All staff and students must properly wear face shields during all aspects of the choral rehearsal, including entrance and exit into the rehearsal location, while singing alone and in groups, and during all non-singing activities. One face shield shall be provided to each student in the choral program. It is his/her responsibility to bring it to each rehearsal. 
• For safety purposes, no personal protective equipment (face shields, face masks, etc.) may be stored in the rehearsal space. PPE must be taken with students following each rehearsal. 

Personal Needs 

• Students should bring their own water to rehearsals, preferably in a reusable, sealed container. Water fillers are located throughout the school; however, traditional water fountains will be closed.  No drinking water in the classroom.  You may be excused to leave the room if water is required.
• It is recommended that students have their own personal hand sanitizer and use it at the beginning and end of each rehearsal. Hand sanitizer will be available for students in limited quantities. 
• Students will continue to be allowed restroom visits during class, but will be limited to one at a time so as to avoid congregation. 

Rehearsal Safeguards 

• While it is impossible to eliminate all risk, choral rehearsals will consistently implement social distancing of at least 6 feet in distance between students when not singing and 10 feet when singing. Rehearsal environments are subject to change and can include locations such as the outdoors, band hall, auditorium, choir room, cafeteria, foyers, and extra classrooms. Students must be flexible, as decisions will be made based on attendance and class enrollment. When possible, six-foot “pods” shall be created using floor markings. Social distancing is a shared responsibility between directors, students, and parents and compliance from all will create the safest environment for choral singing. 
• Choral risers will not be used, as their use produces an aerosol atmosphere from singers on the back row of the riser. 
• Chairs will only be available if their presence does not limit the ability to socially distance. 
• Rehearsal aerosols will be mitigated through ceiling filters and portable HEPA air purifiers. These will be in operation throughout the day. 
• Students must bring their own materials and supplies to class each day and stow these items prior to exiting the rehearsal location. 
• Students will enter and exit the rehearsal location in a similar manner each day to minimize any crossing with students from other choir classes. Staggered entrances and exits will be used if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions
Where will be having class? 
To allow for social distancing in all sections of choir, our primary location will be in the black box (the old choir room); however, we will be using alternate spaces periodically throughout the year while maintaining safety protocol. 

How will remote learning work in choir? 
We will provide synchronous learning for choir this year. This will allow students to log in and participate in choir along with the in-person students.   

What are we doing about concerts and competitions? 
We are evaluating every event in our calendar and finding ways to keep the school year as similar as possible. Some events may use different formats this year, but we are committed to making this a great year! 

Things are tough money-wise right now. Is choir going to be expensive? 
No. We know that this may be a difficult financial time. Choir will be accessible to all, and as always, we will work with you and your family. 

What can I do now to get ready for the start of the school year? 
Most of your choir supplies will be provided to you this year. If you do not own a pair of headphones with a built-in microphone, you might look to purchase a set for your learning. Also consider purchasing The Singer’s Mask.  This mask will provide you with cloth protection and allow for resonance while singing. https://www.broadwayreliefproject.com/singersmask

Masks will be worn for the entire class period.  



Paul Doucet, Director of Choral Activities
​Evan Ramos, Associate Director of Choirs
Dragon Choir Website: www.dragonchoirs.net
Dragon Choir Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram: @CarrollChoir

Greetings, Carroll Choir Family!
 
I hope this email finds you well!  Can you believe it? It is already time for our Fall Preview Concert!! Each choir has been working so very hard this school year!  We are proud of their work!! Here are the details for Wednesday, October 9, 2019.
 
What: Fall Preview Concert
When: Wednesday, October 9th
Time: 7:00 pm
Where: Carroll Senior High School Auditorium
Choir Attire: Formal Choir Uniform
Who: REQUIRED of ALL Choir Members
 
Women’s Uniform
*Black Concert Dress
Nude Panty Hose
Hair - Half up, half down
Neutral nail polish
No jewelry
Wear make-up with a red lipstick
Black Character Shoes

Men’s Uniform
*Tuxedo Jacket and Shirt
*Bow Tie
Black Dress Slacks
Black Dress Belt
Black Dress Socks
Black Dress Shoes

Please wear your black choir t-shirt to school Wednesday, October 9th! (T-shirts will be disseminated to new choir members by October 8th.)
 
Call Times are staggered, please arrive on time and fully dressed in your concert attire!
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Parents, we look forward to seeing you at the concert! The house opens at 6:45 pm.  This concert will begin at 7:00 pm.
 
If you have any questions, please let us know!
 
Mr. Doucet - Head Choral Director
Mr. Ramos - Assistant Choral Director

Gentlemen,
 
 
Our UIL performance time for Varsity Men happens during our lunchtime. I know the importance of being well-fueled for the day!  So, if you would like to have lunch before we leave, please order your lunch via Jason’s Deli. 
 
Jason’s Deli Lunch ordering steps:

1. Click this link: https://gameday.jasonsdeli.com/app/events/KT72YDZ35W
2. Enter your name in the fields provided
3. Select your meal options
4. Sign up for a Jason’s Deli account or Sign in if you already have a JD account
5. Use your credit card to pay for your meal (NO REFUNDS after you submit payment)
6. Your meal will be delivered to the choir room Wednesday, April 17th by 11:30 am. 

 
If you chose not to order lunch, that is TOTALLY fine!  Please know, I will not have extra meals, nor snacks that day.
 
If you have any questions, please me know!
 

The dress rehearsals for our Winter Concert is Thursday, 12/13 and Friday, 12/14 during your respective class times.  Please move swiftly and arrive on time.  We have to cover logistics and adjusting to singing in a different space.  Your focused energy and preparation will be needed.  Please review the schedule below.
 
Parents, see you at our Winter Concert Friday, December 14th starting at 6:30 pm at White’s Chapel UMC!

​Chorale will sing the National Anthem at Dragon Stadium Friday, November 9th for Senior Night!  
 
What: Senior Night
When: Friday, November 9th
Where: Dragon Stadium
Call time: Meet at 7:00 pm on the Home side of Dragon Stadium near the Dragon Den Spirit Shop
 
Attire: Black Choir T-Shirt, blue jeans, and comfortable shoes.  
(No holes in jeans.) If you are a part of another organization that performs during football games, please wear your uniform for that organization. (Ex. band, Crew, color guard, etc...)
 
We will sing the anthem at 6:30 pm.  Once we are finished singing, you may stay for the game or leave!
 
If you have any questions, please e-mail!
 
PS. Wear comfy shoes and clothes Tuesday, November 8th.  We will walk to the practice field to practice logistics.