Choir

Elkhart High School’s choral program offers students a vibrant and inclusive space to grow as vocalists, performers, and collaborators.With a range of ensembles—from entry-level choirs to premier auditioned groups—our program supports every singer’s journey, regardless of experience. Students explore diverse musical styles, develop vocal technique, and perform in concerts, festivals, and community events throughout the year.

Whether you're passionate about a cappella, jazz, classical, or contemporary music, there’s a place for you in Elkhart Choirs. Discover how you can raise your voice and be part of something extraordinary.

Bass Clef Choir

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What is the Bass Clef Choir?

The Bass Clef Choir is a tenor/bass, non-auditioned choir at Elkhart High School.

How does a student get involved in Bass Clef Choir?

Students sign up for Bass Clef Choir in the spring when selecting classes for the following year.

When does the Bass Clef Choir practice?

The Bass Clef Choir rehearses during the school day, with occasional after school rehearsals.

Does the Bass Clef Choir perform for the community?

Yes. The choir performs five times throughout the year, including the Fall Concert, Wintersong Concert, ISSMA Preview Concert, ISSMA Festival, and the Spring Sing.

Does the Bass Clef Choir compete in music competitions?

No. The Bass Clef Choir performs annually at the ISSMA High School Organization Festival, which is a non-competitive event.

Cadet Chorale

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What is the Cadet Chorale?

The Cadet Chorale is a treble, non-auditioned choir at Elkhart High School.

How does a student get involved in Cadet Chorale?

Students sign up for Cadet Chorale in the spring when selecting classes for the following year.

When does the Cadet Chorale practice?

The Cadet Chorale rehearses during the school day, with occasional after school rehearsals.

Does the Cadet Chorale perform for the community?

Yes. The choir performs five times throughout the year, including the Fall Concert, Wintersong Concert, ISSMA Preview Concert, ISSMA Festival, and the Spring Sing.

Does the Cadet Chorale compete in music competitions?

No. The Cadet Chorale performs annually at the ISSMA High School Organization Festival, which is a non-competitive event.

Chamber Choir

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What is the Chamber Choir?

The Chamber Choir is the premier mixed concert choir at Elkhart High School.

How does a student get involved in Chamber Choir?

Students earn a spot through a competitive audition process. The prerequisite is Beginning or Intermediate Choir.

When does the Chamber Choir practice?

The Chamber Choir rehearses during the school day, with occasional after school rehearsals.

Does the Chamber Choir perform for the community?

Yes. The choir performs five or six times throughout the year, including the Fall Concert, Winter Celebration Concert, ISSMA Preview Concert, ISSMA State Qualification Contest, ISSMA State Finals (if qualified), and the Spring Sing.

Does the Chamber Choir compete in music competitions?

Yes. The Chamber Choir performs in ISSMA competitions.

Freshman Division Bass Clef Choir

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What is the Bass Clef Choir?

The Bass Clef Choir is a bass, non-auditioned choir at Elkhart High School – Freshman Division.

How does a student get involved in the Bass Clef Choir?

Students sign up for Bass Clef Choir in the spring when selecting classes for the following year.

When does the Bass Clef Choir practice?

The Bass Clef Choir rehearses during the school day.

Does the Bass Clef Choir perform for the community?

Yes. The choir performs four times throughout the year, including the Fall Concert, ISSMA Preview Concert, ISSMA District Festival, and the Spring Concert.

Does the Bass Clef Choir compete in music competitions?

No. The Bass Clef Choir performs annually at the ISSMA High School Organization Festival, which is a non-competitive event.

Freshman Division Treble Choir

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What is the Treble Choir?

The Treble Choir is a treble, non-auditioned choir at Elkhart High School – Freshman Division.

How does a student get involved in the Treble Choir?

Students sign up for Treble Choir in the spring when selecting classes for the following year.

When does the Treble Choir practice?

The Treble Choir rehearses during the school day.

Does the Treble Choir perform for the community?

Yes. The choir performs four times throughout the year, including the Fall Concert, ISSMA Preview Concert, ISSMA District Festival, and the Spring Concert.

Does the Treble Choir compete in music competitions?

No. The Treble Choir performs annually at the ISSMA High School Organization Festival, which is a non-competitive event.

Golden Chorale

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What is the Golden Chorale?

The Golden Chorale is the premier treble concert choir at Elkhart High School.

How does a student get involved in Golden Chorale?

Students earn a spot through a competitive audition process. The prerequisite is Beginning or Intermediate Choir.

When does the Golden Chorale practice?

The Golden Chorale rehearses during the school day, with occasional after school rehearsals.

Does the Golden Chorale perform for the community?

Does the Golden Chorale compete in music competitions?

Yes. The Golden Chorale performs in ISSMA competitions.

Madrigal Choir

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What is the Madrigal Choir?

The Madrigal Choir is an auditioned choir at Elkhart High School that sings music from the Renaissance era and beyond, focusing on a cappella repertoire performed without accompaniment.

How does a student get involved in Madrigal Choir?

Students earn a spot through a competitive audition process and must be concurrently enrolled in a concert choir.

When does the Madrigal Choir practice?

The Madrigal Choir rehearses during the school day, with occasional after school rehearsals.

Does the Madrigal Choir perform for the community?

Yes. The choir performs several times throughout the year, including the Fall Concert, Madrigal Dinner, Wintersong Concert, and other community events.

Does the Madrigal Choir compete in music competitions?

No.

Vocal Jazz Ensemble

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What is the Vocal Jazz Ensemble?

There are two Vocal Jazz Ensembles at Elkhart High School: Gold Rush and Mane Street Voices.

How does a student get involved in Vocal Jazz Ensemble?

Students earn a spot through a competitive audition process. Vocal Jazz students must be concurrently enrolled in a concert choir.

When do the Vocal Jazz Ensembles practice?

The Vocal Jazz Ensembles rehearse during the school day, with occasional after school rehearsals.

Do the Vocal Jazz Ensembles perform for the community?

Yes. They perform several times throughout the year, including the ISSMA Festival, ISSMA Vocal Jazz Finals (if qualified), the ECS Jazz Showcase, and Spring Sing.

Do the Vocal Jazz Ensembles compete in music competitions?

Yes. The ensembles perform annually at the ISSMA High School Jazz Festival. In 2022 and 2023, Gold Rush advanced to the state finals as one of the top eight high school jazz ensembles in Indiana.

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