Mercersburg Area Community Chorus

Rehearsal Information:

Weekly rehearsals begin approximately 10 weeks prior to a concert date and are held at the James Buchanan Middle School chorus room in Mercersburg. Reahearsals begin promptly at 7:00pm and last two hours. When the schedule is changed or cancelled due to inclement weather, chorus members will be notified by phone or email. Attendance at all rehearsals is expected: absences should be reported to the section leaders. Rehearsals the week prior to the concerts may vary in location and length. Generally, these are held at the Mercersburg Academy Chapel and include the orchestra and soloists. Members will be informed of any special rehearsals well in advance.

Parking:

Parking for rehearsals at the James Buchanan Middle School is at the rear or front of the building. The school has graciously provided this rehearsal space for the Chorus.

Miscellaneous Information:

Charges: To help defray the Chorus' expenses, members are asked to pay for some of their own music. This generally amounts to one or two pieces of music each season, for a total of about $6.00 - $12.00. Members are also invited to have dinner in the Mercersburg Academy Dining Hall on Saturday evening at a cost of $12.00 per person. Spouses and families may be included for an additional charge of $12.00 per person.

Care of Music: Music that members purchase is theirs to keep and may be marked as the member desires. Music that is owned by the chorus should be marked only as needed. Members will be given instructions on where to return chorus-owned music after the last concert.

Special Note: Many chorus members experience allegic reactions to fragrances such as those found in cologne, after-shave, and deodorant. Please refrain from using fragranced products for rehearsals and concerts.