'Where Tradition and Excellence Meets Innovation and Opportunity'
Week of November 2, 2020
Thought of the Week:

Responsibility is accepting that you are the cause
and the solution.
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Greetings!

November has arrived! We have an important week in our country. I hope that everyone that has the ability and privilege to vote does so. More importantly, it is important for all of us to be kind. Respect people's views, thoughts, and conversations.

Thank you to everyone who participated in the calendar raffle! We had so many come in the last few days and will have the numbers to send out to you soon! Thank you again for helping Tempo Club!

We have arrived to our first concert week! I couldn't be more proud of our three concert choirs and a cappella choir. Considering how we got to the point we are, I am very impressed with the students and their resilience to be great no matter the obstacle in front of them. It is important that anyone planning on attending understand that you must have reserved tickets (they are free) before coming. We are asking for all reservations to be completed by Tuesday. No tickets will not be available at the door.

The upcoming Harvest Concert is on Wednesday, November 4, 2020.

November 4, 2020 - 6:15pm
Sound Check, Freshman Choir

November 4, 2020 - 7:15pm
Tone Down For What, 10-12 Grade Concert Choir

November 4, 2020 - 8:15pm
Vocal Impact, Advanced 10-12 Concert Choir Acapocalypse, A Capella Choir

Due to the protocols established by the Governor, we must limit the number of spectators in attendance at our concerts. The maximum number of people allowed to attend an indoor event is 300 therefore each student will be granted 4 tickets to the concert. Please contact Mark Mercer at mercer_m@fairfieldcityschools.com with any questions. 

Families will be able to reserve tickets online. Tickets are available at this following link:


The passcode to reserve tickets is the student ID#. Please make sure to reserve tickets ONLY for the event your family member is performing in.   

Tickets will be FREE. Performers do not need tickets, but all spectators do, regardless of age.  

All tickets must be reserved prior to the event! No tickets will be available at the door. We are excited to be able to perform! Please reach out if you have any questions!

Students will not have uniforms for this concert. We are respectfully asking all students to be dressed in concert dress black clothing. This will be reviewed with all students during their upcoming class periods.

Some reminders:

  • Show Choirs are helping the middle school show choirs raise money this year by participating in the Pie Fundraiser that will take place of the Little Elegance/Rhythm Express Breakfast sponsored by Kiwanis. We are asking all families to help us out by purchasing or selling some pies from Servatii's! Little Elegance and Rhythm Express students are being challenged to sell 5 pies each - but it would be amazing if everyone in the program did! Every pie sold will bring $5 to the program. These will be ready in time for Thanksgiving! More information is on the form below.
  • Pie Information and Form
  • CHARMS: All students should now be on Charms. If you have trouble accessing your account, please contact Mr. Mercer so that he may assist you. Note: Mr. Mercer can no longer reset passwords with the new system. The following was sent by Charms:
  • Go to: www.charmsoffice.com
  • Select the "Login icon" and Enter as "Parents/Students/Members"
  • Enter the School Code (Fairfield2021) and press "Enter"
  • If you do not know your password, put 12345678 in the password box and press enter. This will bring up a screen that will allow you to enter the students name and email address or cell phone number. Please know, this needs to match the information on the STUDENTS PROFILE. A reset link will be emailed or texted to you.
  • AFTER SCHOOL & CALENDAR: All after school rehearsals will begin this week as scheduled on the calendar. The calendar can be accessed here: https://teamup.com/ksg3tve4tyr2xoh3oj
  • PAYMENTS: Please remember to refer to our How To Pay Fees page on the website (https://www.fairfieldchoirs.com/makeapayment) when making payments. We do not accept any other forms of payment than what is listed on the website.
  • FORMS: Where can you access the handbook? Where can you request an absence? Where can you find a list of private voice teachers? Check out the forms page here: https://www.fairfieldchoirs.com/forms
  • GROUP SPECIFIC INFO: Below in the e-mail you need to find the group(s) that you are a part of to get information specifically for you. Be sure to read through the information entirely so that you will be successful.
  • WEBSITE LOGIN: If you go to our website (www.fairfieldchoirs.com) and access the members portal, the password is Fairfield2020.

Have a great week, everyone!

Mr. Mercer
Sound Check News
Freshman School Concert Choir
Important Information
  • Wednesday Office Hours: 9:00a-11:00a
  • Pie Fundraiser
  • Show Choirs are all going to be helping the middle school show choirs raise money this year by participating in the Pie Fundraiser that will take place of the Little Elegance/Rhythm Express Breakfast sponsored by Kiwanis. We are asking all families to help us out by purchasing or selling some pies from Servatii's! Little Elegance and Rhythm Express students are being challenged to sell 5 pies each - but it would be amazing if everyone in the program did! Every pie sold will bring $5 to the program. These will be ready in time for Thanksgiving! More information is on the form below. All forms and money should be turned into Mr. Mercer.
  • Pie Information and Form

Weekly Agenda
  • In class we will be working on all three of our concert pieces together as a full choir.

  • Harvest Concert - November 4, 2020 @ 6:15pm
  • See ticketing information in beginning of e-mail.
Tone Down For What News
High School Concert Choir
Important Information
  • Wednesday Office Hours: 9:00a-11:00a
  • Pie Fundraiser
  • Show Choirs are all going to be helping the middle school show choirs raise money this year by participating in the Pie Fundraiser that will take place of the Little Elegance/Rhythm Express Breakfast sponsored by Kiwanis. We are asking all families to help us out by purchasing or selling some pies from Servatii's! Little Elegance and Rhythm Express students are being challenged to sell 5 pies each - but it would be amazing if everyone in the program did! Every pie sold will bring $5 to the program. These will be ready in time for Thanksgiving! More information is on the form below. All forms and money should be turned into Mr. Mercer.
  • Pie Information and Form

Weekly Agenda
  • In class we will be working on all three of our concert pieces together as a full choir.

  • Harvest Concert - November 4, 2020 @ 7:15pm
  • See ticketing information in beginning of e-mail.
Vocal Impact News
High School Chamber Choir
Important Information
  • Wednesday Office Hours: 9:00a-11:00a
  • Pie Fundraiser
  • Show Choirs are all going to be helping the middle school show choirs raise money this year by participating in the Pie Fundraiser that will take place of the Little Elegance/Rhythm Express Breakfast sponsored by Kiwanis. We are asking all families to help us out by purchasing or selling some pies from Servatii's! Little Elegance and Rhythm Express students are being challenged to sell 5 pies each - but it would be amazing if everyone in the program did! Every pie sold will bring $5 to the program. These will be ready in time for Thanksgiving! More information is on the form below. All forms and money should be turned into Mr. Mercer.
  • Pie Information and Form

Weekly Agenda
  • In class we will be working on all three of our concert pieces together as a full choir.

  • Harvest Concert - November 4, 2020 @ 8:15pm
  • See ticketing information in beginning of e-mail.
Acapocalypse News
High School A Capella Choir
Important Information
  • Pie Fundraiser
  • Show Choirs are all going to be helping the middle school show choirs raise money this year by participating in the Pie Fundraiser that will take place of the Little Elegance/Rhythm Express Breakfast sponsored by Kiwanis. We are asking all families to help us out by purchasing or selling some pies from Servatii's! Little Elegance and Rhythm Express students are being challenged to sell 5 pies each - but it would be amazing if everyone in the program did! Every pie sold will bring $5 to the program. These will be ready in time for Thanksgiving! More information is on the form below. All forms and money should be turned into Mr. Mercer.
  • Pie Information and Form

Weekly Agenda
  • In rehearsal we will be working on both of our concert pieces together as a full choir.

  • Harvest Concert - November 4, 2020 @ 8:15pm
  • See ticketing information in beginning of e-mail.
Little Elegance News
Middle School Ladies' Show Choir
Important Information
  • How do I access choreography videos?
  • Click the link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxr9Ao-j8DZ4dV_WvYJopxxhgjiivFvLw
  • Pie Fundraiser
  • Show Choirs are all going to be helping the middle school show choirs raise money this year by participating in the Pie Fundraiser that will take place of the Little Elegance/Rhythm Express Breakfast sponsored by Kiwanis. We are asking all families to help us out by purchasing or selling some pies from Servatii's! Little Elegance and Rhythm Express students are being challenged to sell 5 pies each - but it would be amazing if everyone in the program did! Every pie sold will bring $5 to the program. These will be ready in time for Thanksgiving! More information is on the form below. All forms and money should be turned into Mr. Mercer.
  • Pie Information and Form

Weekly Agenda
  • In rehearsal we will be working on choreography on Thursday.

  • Next payment due Friday, November 27, 2020.
Rhythm Express News
Middle School Mixed Show Choir
Important Information
  • How do I access choreography videos?
  • Click the link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxr9Ao-j8DZ61OeepNCQEpvVjL_ZjQ7II
  • Pie Fundraiser
  • Show Choirs are all going to be helping the middle school show choirs raise money this year by participating in the Pie Fundraiser that will take place of the Little Elegance/Rhythm Express Breakfast sponsored by Kiwanis. We are asking all families to help us out by purchasing or selling some pies from Servatii's! Little Elegance and Rhythm Express students are being challenged to sell 5 pies each - but it would be amazing if everyone in the program did! Every pie sold will bring $5 to the program. These will be ready in time for Thanksgiving! More information is on the form below. All forms and money should be turned into Mr. Mercer.
  • Pie Information and Form

Weekly Agenda
  • In rehearsal we will be working on choreography on Thursday.

  • Next payment due Friday, November 27, 2020.
FortissiBROS News
High School Advanced Men's Show Choir
Important Information
  • How do I access choreography videos?
  • Click the link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxr9Ao-j8DZ4xtRDD4J9PF0ZcJxzZCrN5
  • Pie Fundraiser
  • Show Choirs are all going to be helping the middle school show choirs raise money this year by participating in the Pie Fundraiser that will take place of the Little Elegance/Rhythm Express Breakfast sponsored by Kiwanis. We are asking all families to help us out by purchasing or selling some pies from Servatii's! Little Elegance and Rhythm Express students are being challenged to sell 5 pies each - but it would be amazing if everyone in the program did! Every pie sold will bring $5 to the program. These will be ready in time for Thanksgiving! More information is on the form below. All forms and money should be turned into Mr. Mercer.
  • Pie Information and Form

Weekly Agenda
  • This week we will continue to work through the first and second songs of the competition show.

  • Next payment due Friday, November 27, 2020.
Pure Elegance News
High School Advanced Ladies' Show Choir
Important Information
  • Wednesday Office Hours: 9:00a-11:00a
  • How do I access choreography videos?
  • Click the link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxr9Ao-j8DZ5yEFt8Y_2_yw6NcMfVnXYe
  • Pie Fundraiser
  • Show Choirs are all going to be helping the middle school show choirs raise money this year by participating in the Pie Fundraiser that will take place of the Little Elegance/Rhythm Express Breakfast sponsored by Kiwanis. We are asking all families to help us out by purchasing or selling some pies from Servatii's! Little Elegance and Rhythm Express students are being challenged to sell 5 pies each - but it would be amazing if everyone in the program did! Every pie sold will bring $5 to the program. These will be ready in time for Thanksgiving! More information is on the form below. All forms and money should be turned into Mr. Mercer.
  • Pie Information and Form

Weekly Agenda
  • This week we will continue to work through the first and second songs of the competition show.
  • This week, you will record a FlipGrid of yourself singing and dancing through bad guy (with the corrected lyrics) due on November 8, 2020 at 5:00pm. Access the FlipGrid here: https://flipgrid.com/eed71af2

  • Next payment due Friday, November 27, 2020.
Choraliers News
High School Advanced Mixed Show Choir
Important Information
  • Wednesday Office Hours: 9:00a-11:00a
  • How do I access choreography videos?
  • Click the link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxr9Ao-j8DZ533m08wp8-Jz_b4rldk3K5
  • Pie Fundraiser
  • Show Choirs are all going to be helping the middle school show choirs raise money this year by participating in the Pie Fundraiser that will take place of the Little Elegance/Rhythm Express Breakfast sponsored by Kiwanis. We are asking all families to help us out by purchasing or selling some pies from Servatii's! Little Elegance and Rhythm Express students are being challenged to sell 5 pies each - but it would be amazing if everyone in the program did! Every pie sold will bring $5 to the program. These will be ready in time for Thanksgiving! More information is on the form below. All forms and money should be turned into Mr. Mercer.
  • Pie Information and Form

Weekly Agenda
  • This week we will continue to work through the first and second songs of the competition show.
  • This week, you will record a FlipGrid of yourself singing and dancing through the Bang! Medley due on November 8, 2020 at 5:00pm. Access the FlipGrid here: https://flipgrid.com/c9537039

  • Next payment due Friday, November 27, 2020.
Nuts and Bolts News
Middle School and High School Tech Crew
Important Information
  • Watch for upcoming information about tech crew as we begin to plan things for January. We will be sending out information soon!

  • Next payment due Friday, November 27, 2020.
The Heartbeat News
High School Show Choir Combo
Important Information
  • Make sure you have noted the added Thursday rehearsals added by Ms. Marjanovic.
  • All band parts will be added to the Dropbox folders as they are given to us.

  • Next payment due Friday, November 27, 2020.