Choral and Band Events
Whether you have previous choir experience or just love to sing, we are always looking for new voices! The SIC Concert Choir and the SIC Community Chorus hold several performances each year in the George T. Dennis Visual & Performing Art Center. Additionally, there are a number of opportunities to perform in musicals either onstage or in the pit, or you can participate in the SIC Concert Band. Private vocal and instrumental instruction are also available.
SIC Concert Choir
The SIC Concert Choir offers students a chance to perform a wide range of repertoire from a variety of time periods and genres. All students interested in vocal music are encouraged to join. No audition is necessary, and college credit can be earned. The choir rehearses on Thursday’s from 3-4:50 p.m. in the fall and spring semesters.
SIC Community Chorus
The SIC Community Chorus is comprised of volunteers from all over southern Illinois. Rehearsals are Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. in room F110 at SIC in Harrisburg, and it is open to singers of high school age and up. The Community Choir performs one concert each fall and spring semester, as well as a performance at May commencement exercises and occasional special performances, as well. New members are encouraged to join early each semester (August or January) by attending a rehearsal. No audition is required. You can also find them on Facebook.
SIC Community jazz Band
Open to students and community members age 16 and up, the SIC Community Jazz Band welcomes all instruments and skill levels. Rehearsals are held Monday evenings on campus and include opportunities to perform in concerts throughout the semester. Directed by Brandon Bryant, this group is fun, free to join, and focused on learning, collaboration, and community.
The band is under the direction of Mr. Brandon Bryant. The SIC Concert Band rehearses on Mondays from 7:00 - 8:50 p.m. You can also find them on Facebook.
For information about the Community Jazz Band, Concert Choir, Community Chorus, or vocal and instrumental lessons, please email, music@sic.edu or (618) 252-5400, ext. 2235.
SIC's Music Program
If you have a passion for music—past or present, pop or classical – and want to turn that passion into a career, take the next step with SIC! Follow the SIC Music Facebook Page to keep up with the latest music news!
SIC and RLC Winter Choir and Band Concert at RLC
SIC and RLC Winter Choir and Band Concert at SIC
Studio 618 Dance and SIC Children’s Choir Winter Recital
SIC Children’s Choir and Studio618 are teaming up for a winter concert extravaganza! Come see our talented youth perform!
SIC Community Chorus Presents Let Freedom Sing
SIC Children's Choir
The SIC Children’s Choir is a joyful opportunity for students in grades 3–8 who love to sing! Directed by Hannah Nance — a Harrisburg High School teacher, award-winning speech coach, and music director for Jr. Falcon Productions — this ensemble focuses on learning music in a fun, welcoming environment.
Rehearsals take place Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the SIC campus during the fall and spring semesters. Students build vocal skills, confidence, and friendships, all while preparing for a concert performance at the end of each season.
For more information, please email music@sic.edu.
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