Keystone State Boychoir Group Overview
Beginning Apprentices

Beginning Apprentices are boys who have had limited singing experience. Beginning Apprentices are typically 4th graders who are 9 years of age; however, boys who are younger or older can be placed in the Beginning Apprentice group depending on level of singer-musicianship, motor-skill development, and emotional/social maturity. A young man typically spends one to semester as a Beginning Apprentice, but more time is possible depending on progress.

Rehearsals: While a Beginning Apprentice, a young man continues to develop basic singer- musicianship. The following areas are covered and reinforced:

Rehearsals: The Beginning Apprentices rehearse on Mondays from 6:00 to 7:15pm, along with the Trainers & Advanced Apprentices, and one Saturday a month from 9:00 am until 10:45 am. The Saturday rehearsal gives the Trainers & Apprentices an opportunity to sing with the Jacketed Trebles (members of the Concert Choir). A typical rehearsal includes a warm-up, voice-building, singer-musicianship, and singing. On Saturdays there is also snack and social time for the boys to get to know their fellow choristers.

Performances: The Beginning Apprentices perform several times in a season, including the KSB annual Holiday and Spring Concerts, the CY Treble Concert, and other local concerts. Beginning Apprentices and their parents are encouraged to attend KSB performances that are open to the public as audience members. Boys often learn what is expected of them by watching KSB in concert. Attending performances also reminds a Beginning Apprentice what he is working towards: earning his KSB Jacket.

Absence/Make-up Policy: Beginning Apprentices are not expected to make up missed Saturdays rehearsals.

Concert Tour: Beginning Apprentices are not eligible to participate in the KSB annual concert tour.