Jazz Choir Research Paper

Music is a fundamental part of my being and has always been in my life. Remembering songs my grandparents sang to me such as “You are my Sunshine” or recalling stories my mother would tell about me, like the time I performed for a whole restaurant at the age of three are alway the first memories to be dug out of my mind. There is a warmth and fondness I feel every time I think of them. The link to all of these memories are music. Before joining the JBHS choir I didn’t have a true passion. This choir program has helped me to realize it is music and singing. Although the main choir program is important to me, the jazz and chamber choirs are what sparked my interest. Jazz has always been one of my favorite genres of music and the people in this choir are great and it’s like a family. Jazz choir makes it fun to sing songs about chili or to count by fives for a jazz concert. Chamber is choir that reminds me …show more content…
A large misconception is that these organizations do not have any programs concentrated on music but this is not true. These programs are looking for people who can do music education for children. Although schools set up by volunteer programs are centered around curricular studies they also want to establish music programs to help the children have fun and also learn fine arts. Choir has helped me to build these goals. Music has and will always be apart of my life. The main choir program has taught me to work hard and be a team player. Being the choir librarian has helped me to be more organized and to have commitment. Show choir has helped me to find a positive outlook on everything and to balance having fun while still working. Jazz choir has helped me to expand my skills in singing and musical knowledge. Chamber has helped me to challenge myself and build my confidence as a singer and person. Choir overall has sparked a passion in me and shaped me to be who I am