2014-2015 Tennessee Temple University Campus Choir Information Packet
History. Known for it s rich musical heritage, the music department of Tennessee Temple is a world- renowned music ministry. Having great success, the TN Temple Music Department at one time, was the most popular among Southern Baptist colleges in the world. The legacy of Tennessee Temple University s Music continues on with the formation of the Tennessee Temple University Campus Choir, which is the premiere traveling choir of Temple. Mission. Vision. Purpose. As members of the TTU Campus Choir we are committed to serving the Lord and leading others to encounters with Him through worship on a weekly basis. It is an incredible privilege to use music and singing as a gift to lie at the feet of the Lord. Our MISSION is for God to be pleased with the sound of our worship. Our VISION is to see lives changed by God and those who are far from God to become close to God. While we have the opportunity to participate in special events and concerts at various times of the year, as well, we recognize that the weekly Worship experience in chapel and ministering to the students and faculty of Tennessee Temple University is our primary PURPOSE. Attendance. Tennessee Temple University Campus Choir s (TTUCC) satisfactory performances depend on each singer's preparation and dedication. Therefore, regular attendance at rehearsals and scheduled events is essential to the overall success of the TTU Campus Choir. Each member is allowed two (2) missed rehearsals per semester for illness, work, personal issues, etc. The Campus Choir Administrative Assistant will keep track of attendance. We ask each member to notify the Administrative Assistant in the event he or she will need to be absent and the reason for the absence. Efficient rehearsals depend on each member being in place and ready to sing at the scheduled times.
Rehearsals. TTUCC Rehearsal is conducted every Thursday from 3:30pm-5:00pm in the choir room located in the Lee Roberson Center (LRC) in Room 215, This time is subject to change by the director in case of holiday, school closings, or other circumstances. The Administrative Assistant, via Text message, Phone call, or Email, will notify each choir member. What To Expect. The heartbeat of Campus Choir is to facilitate an educational, relational and spiritual experience for those who sing with Campus Choir, and those who attend our concerts. Educational Experience. Those who sing with Campus Choir learn different musical terms, styles, basic music theory, breathing techniques and vocal exercises simply from attending rehearsals regularly. Relational Experience. Our rehearsals foster an opportunity for fun and fellowship, and are a place where you can find love and support. At our concerts people find an opportunity to connect with a diverse spectrum of people from many denominational backgrounds, ethnic backgrounds, and many different walks of life. Spiritual Experience. Our rehearsals motivate those who sing with us to strive for excellence and a next- level experience in their art through dedication and passionate learning. Be it a rehearsal, meeting, or performance, all members are to treat every meeting as a time of fellowship together. Our prayer is that those who attend our performances will have a life changing experience that will motivate them to make a decision to follow Jesus, and worship Him in Spirit and Truth.
Performance Guidelines. Travel Dress Guidelines. Everyone. -Be neat and well groomed in your appearance - Hair must be out of face - No shorts, t- shirts, sleeveless shirts or tight- revealing clothing - Clothes must be all black - No black jeans, leggings, jeggings, tights, etc. - Black shoes - No flip- flops, crocs, toms, sandals, etc. - Must be closed toe - No big or flashy jewelry - Stud earrings only - Small or clear facial piercing Ladies. - Jackets/shirts must cover hips - 3/4 length or long sleeve shirts - No low necklines - Dress or skirt is preferred (must be knee length or longer) - Black heels or flats Chapel Dress Guidelines. - Follow school dress code (Refer to Student Handbook) - Chapel attire will be discussed and decided prior to performance - Chapel attire is at the Director s discretion.
Men. - Long sleeve dress shirts - Black Dress Slacks - No baggy pants - Black belt is a must - Black socks - Black Dress Shoes Performance Conduct. - Communicate the song through facial expression - Communicate the song through body movement - Keep positive facial expressions - Communicate to the audience NOT to each other (NO TALKING DURING PERFORMANCE) -Do NOT chew gum - Keep your eyes on the director at ALL times - Listen to one another (BLEND) - REMEMBER Someone is always watching you! - Be mindful of who you re representing, on or offstage
Contact Info. If you have any questions, concerns, prayer requests, or need to notify us know of an absence, use the following information for means of communication. Choir Director: Corey N. Lester Email: Corey@tntemple.edu Cell: 423.635.3343 - - Administrative Assistant: Edward S. Johnson Email: Edward@tntemple.edu Cell: 423.933.6253 Director s Notes First of all, Thank you for your interest in joining CC this year! I want each of you to know that I love and appreciate you dearly. Without your participation, Campus Choir would be nothing. I am very excited about the upcoming semester and I am expecting a move of God on this campus and for God to absolutely use us in a mighty way to impact lives through the ministering of the gospel through song, and by leading others into worship. My heart for this year s group is for each of you to have a personal encounter with God in worship, so that we can minister more effectively; Only changed people can change people. The bible says, Those who worship, must worship Him in Spirit and in Truth. Let s please the Lord in spirit and in truth, and let everything we say and do bring glory to Him. Let s get to work. Blessings, Corey N. Lester Campus Choir Director