Dear Valerius 4th and 5th grade families,

Valerius Elementary will soon be starting its 4th and 5th grade chorus! The purpose of this ensemble is to provide upper elementary students an opportunity to perform choral music outside the general music classroom and help prepare them for middle school ensembles. The Valerius Chorus is a fun extracurricular activity that is free for any student who chooses to join.

Rehearsals will be held from 8:00-8:40 AM in the music room beginning on Thursday, October 5. Rehearsals will continue to take place before school every Thursday morning until our final Valerius 5th Grade Band and 4/5 Chorus Concert on Tuesday, April 30th. 

Please note, if we have a large number of students who are wanting to join chorus this year, I will need to split the chorus rehearsals by grade level with some combined rehearsals. IF this happens, rehearsals will be Wednesday or Thursday mornings and I will provide you with an updated rehearsal schedule before the first chorus rehearsal on October 5.

Save the Dates:

Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024–Valerius Band/Chorus Concert–7:00 PM Valerius Commons

Tuesday, April 30, 2024–Valerius Band/Chorus Concert–7:00 PM Valerius Commons

Because the chorus only meets once a week, regular attendance is expected. If your child is ill or will be absent, please notify me in advance by email (irvinj@urbandaleschools.com) or calling me at school (515) 457-6578.

Please fill out this google form by Friday, September 22. I am looking forward to starting the chorus season!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Irvin