Benefits
The St Paul’s Choir School is an after-school program that trains boys and girls to sing professionally with adult singers, working together as equals in an art and ministry that knows no age boundary. We use the curriculum Young Singers' Journey from the Toronto Children's Chorus, which focuses on age-appropriate vocal training, sight-singing, and music theory. Good, challenging repertoire is employed to put into practice the musical skills that are taught.
Voluntary social gatherings, as well as outreach to those in need provide members with additional opportunities for developing lasting friendships within the group, as well as empowering them for service to others in the community. It is our belief that a close-knit choir community is an important tool in the fight against gangs, drug use and other negative influences on children’s lives. St. Paul’s Choir School in Englewood takes pride in its diverse student body and is open to children and youth of all faith traditions.
Professional Choral/Vocal Training
Music Theory
The study of music theory helps students to read music and better understand the building blocks of music. Specifically, students learn about pitch notations, rhythm notation, intervals, scales, keys and key signatures, time signatures, chords and harmony. Understanding music theory helps students become better musicians. Thanks to the generosity of the Gertrude Butts Foundation, we have three iMac computers with music theory and ear-training software available for the children.
Leadership
Leadership skills are introduced and reinforced in the context of every rehearsal and performance. Citizenship and social skills are fostered as Choristers learn how to interact in an intergenerational community and relate to a wide range of personalities and backgrounds. A healthy work ethic is instilled as Choristers works and grow together, developing good habits that sustain them throughout their adulthood.
Specifically, Choristers learn to:
Choir Trips
The Choristers may make occasional trips to sing elsewhere in New Jersey and surrounding states, as arranged and scheduled. We have sung at NJPAC in Newark, Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood and have appeared on stage with actress Kristin Chenoweth and the award-winning band The Chieftains. We have also sung at Trinity-St. Philip’s Cathedral in Newark, Christ Church in Short Hills, Trinity Cathedral in Trenton, St Elizabeth's in Ridgewood, and Christ Church in Teaneck and St Luke's, Darien CT.
Voluntary social gatherings, as well as outreach to those in need provide members with additional opportunities for developing lasting friendships within the group, as well as empowering them for service to others in the community. It is our belief that a close-knit choir community is an important tool in the fight against gangs, drug use and other negative influences on children’s lives. St. Paul’s Choir School in Englewood takes pride in its diverse student body and is open to children and youth of all faith traditions.
Professional Choral/Vocal Training
- Every chorister receives free, private voice and piano lessons. These include classical singing instruction, including breathing techniques and healthy vocal production.
- Learn how to read music fluently.
- Perform a variety of choral music that spans five centuries.
- Sing in a variety of languages, including English, Latin, Spanish, German, Hebrew, and Swahili.
Music Theory
The study of music theory helps students to read music and better understand the building blocks of music. Specifically, students learn about pitch notations, rhythm notation, intervals, scales, keys and key signatures, time signatures, chords and harmony. Understanding music theory helps students become better musicians. Thanks to the generosity of the Gertrude Butts Foundation, we have three iMac computers with music theory and ear-training software available for the children.
Leadership
Leadership skills are introduced and reinforced in the context of every rehearsal and performance. Citizenship and social skills are fostered as Choristers learn how to interact in an intergenerational community and relate to a wide range of personalities and backgrounds. A healthy work ethic is instilled as Choristers works and grow together, developing good habits that sustain them throughout their adulthood.
Specifically, Choristers learn to:
- Derive satisfaction from hard work;
- Compete in a healthy fashion;
- Focus on the task at hand;
- Develop leadership skills;
- Become team players.
Choir Trips
The Choristers may make occasional trips to sing elsewhere in New Jersey and surrounding states, as arranged and scheduled. We have sung at NJPAC in Newark, Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood and have appeared on stage with actress Kristin Chenoweth and the award-winning band The Chieftains. We have also sung at Trinity-St. Philip’s Cathedral in Newark, Christ Church in Short Hills, Trinity Cathedral in Trenton, St Elizabeth's in Ridgewood, and Christ Church in Teaneck and St Luke's, Darien CT.