Prima Voce

Prima Voce is Voices of the Valley’s beginning ensemble for both girls and boys. In this choir, singers will learn basic foundations of singing such as breath support, intonation, resonance, and balance.  Prima Voce singers also learn the basics of reading musical notation, solfege, and hand signs. Prima Voce performs in at least two concerts a year, various community events, and participates in local choir tours. Prima Voce is directed by Miss Rachel Massey and accompanied by Mr. James Camp.

Bella Voce

Bella Voce is Voices of the Valley's intermediate vocal ensemble for both girls and boys ages 9-18.  In this choir, singers will continue to refine the foundations of singing such as breath support, intonation, resonance, and balance.  Bella Voce singers also study more advanced choral literature and sight reading. Bella Voce performs in at least two concerts a year as well as various community events. This choir is conducted by Dr. Michelle Folta and accompanied by Mr. James Camp.

Sola Voce

Sola Voce is Voices of the Valley's auditioned chamber ensemble.  It consists of a very select group of singers selected through an audition process.  These singers will work on advanced choral repertoire and vocal technique and are experienced in reading music.  Sola Voce will perform in at least two scheduled concerts as well as other community events. Sola Voce singers are required to participate in Bella Voce rehearsals on Monday nights. This choir is conducted by Dr. Michelle Folta and accompanied by Mr. James Camp

The Ambassadors

The Ambassadors is open to all former VOV singers and staff, 18 years old and up, and is a way to stay connected through music. Members of The Ambassadors will perform in the spring concert each year, held in Legacy Hall at the Schwob School of Music. The group will perform 3-5 pieces and will sing Irish Blessing along with the current singers. Practice tracks are provided to prepare for 3 rehearsals and the concert. Sign up is simple and no audition is necessary! The Ambassadors are conducted by Dr. Michelle Folta and accompanied by Mr. James Camp.

Rehearsal Schedule

Choirs meet on Monday nights for rehearsal and a 30-minute sectional/music theory/sight-reading class. Bella Voce and Sola Voce will have an additional Thursday rehearsal once a month. On Mondays that fall on holidays, rehearsal will be rescheduled for Thursday. 
Prima Voce:
5:00-6:00 Rehearsal
6:00-6:30 Music Theory/Sight Reading/Sectional

Bella Voce:
5:30-6:00 Music Theory/Sight Reading/Sectional
6:00-7:00 Rehearsal
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Sola Voce
5:30-6:00 Music Theory/Sight Reading/Sectional
6:00-7:00 Bella Voce Rehearsal
7:00 -8:00 Sola Voce Rehearsal