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techniques for making the score a dynamic part of the The Seattle Children’s Chorus, founded by Kris Mason
rehearsal for young singers, and will learn rehearsal thirty-eight years ago, nurtures excellence in young mu-
techniques that enhance attention to the score. sicians through performance of the finest choral music.
Every rehearsal fosters musical development and per-
Seattle Children’s Chorus sonal growth through teamwork, friendships, commu-
Intermezzo nity, and cross-cultural experiences.
Jean-Marie Kent is the artistic director
of the Seattle Children’s Chorus, con-
ducting Arioso and Intermezzo. She also
serves as the director of choirs at Holy
Names Academy. Previously, she taught
choir and vocal jazz at Roosevelt High School and di-
rected the Magnolia Chorale, a community choir. Be-
fore moving to Seattle, Kent taught music on Vancou-
ver Island and in New York City, where she developed
public school music programs for gifted children. She
earned her MM in conducting at McGill University in
Montreal and her BME from the University of Regi-
Intermezzo, part of Seattle Children’s Chorus, is a na. She has conducted orchestras and choirs such as
non-auditioned treble choir for singers in grades four the University of Regina Chamber Singers, the UW
through seven. Choristers rehearse once each week, Women’s Choir, Nanaimo Symphony Orchestra, and
performing in three main series concerts each year. the Victoria Civic Orchestra.
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Tram Sparks will be the clinican for the masterclass. University of Montana
Her photo and bio are on page 73. Chamber Chorale
The University of Montana Chamber Chorale is
the flagship choral ensemble of the University of Mon-
tana located in Missoula. Under the direction of Stevie
J. Hirner, the ensemble performs ethically sourced and
previously overlooked repertoire in addition to selec-
tions from the Western canon. Chamber Chorale was
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