By Courtney Russo, Madi Black, Haley Stroffolino, and Aislyn McKernan – Advocate Editors

The Jonathan Law Music Department is preparing to have a wonderful winter concert.

The concert, which will be performed by Law’s Choir, Band, and Orchestra students, will be held at 7 p.m. on December 18 in the Law auditorium.

Choir Director Ms. Jones and her students have been preparing for months to ensure the concert goes smoothly. 

“To prepare for the Choir concerts we warm up with our voices and such, but also there’s a mental aspect of preparing myself,” senior Brayden Dollar said. “I just need to tell myself that the Choir will do great and there’s nothing to worry about.”

During the Choir’s portion of the concert, two different groups will perform: the Advanced Vocal Ensemble and the Concert Choir.

“As an Advanced Vocal Ensemble member, we learned eight songs for our Winter Concert,” sophomore Choir member Analiyah Velez said. “We prepare by cite reading our music in our sections, focusing on the correct notes and vowel shapes. We rehearse every day during class and recently had our dress rehearsal and potluck.” 

The choir had a three-hour rehearsal to perfect everything, including going on and off stage orders and where they will stand. 

“At the end of rehearsal, we all meet as a group in the cafe and have a potluck for all the hard work we have done,” junior Lexi Velez said. “I am looking forward to seeing everyone sing the pieces we have worked on for so long.”

The Band students will perform four songs in total directed by Mr. Pelaggi: two songs from the Jazz Band and two songs from the Concert Band. The songs consist of Christmas themes and classic upbeat pieces.

“The JLHS music program is so excited to present their Winter Concert,” Pelaggi said. “All of the performing ensembles will be playing – instrumental and choral. Our students have worked incredibly hard and we are ready to share it with friends, family, and loved ones.”

Members of the Choir and Band have been practicing very hard for this performance. There are 65 students in the Choir and 40 students in the Band.

“The Jazz Band started rehearsing in the first week of October,” sophomore member Ethan Panella said. “However, the Concert Band started rehearsing in mid-October.”