Be early or on time! With a lot of people in MUCS it can be daunting if you arrive late and have to find a place in an already crowded room. Get there in time to have a chat to your fellow singers, collect your music, find a seat in the right section and be ready to go!
Bring a pencil, and a waterbottle! Having a pencil is a great way to help you write down tips of details you learn during rehearsal. Due to Covid-19 it is difficult for MUCS to provide drinks and snacks at the moment, so its best if you bring your own waterbottle and keep hydrated!
Don't talk during rehearsal once the music starts! With so many people in the room its not fair on the conductor or accompanist, nor your fellow choristers if you are talking while other people are trying to listen or rehearse.
Try not to leave early, and be regular! If you consistently leave early or miss rehearsals you won't know the music, and it makes it difficult to balance the choir if people are not there! MUCS choristers are expected to attend 75% of weekly rehearsals to perform in concerts. We understand if there is an occasional clash of dates or family crisis to attend to, but try to commit to weekly rehearsals as a priority. The more regular you are the more you will enjoy MUCS, and the better you will become.
