SayPro Song List: Selected Songs for Choir Performance.

Document ID: SCDR-3-28
Competition Date: January 21, 2025
Subject: SayPro Development Quarterly School Choir Competition – Song List Submission

The SayPro Song List is an essential document in the SayPro Development Quarterly School Choir Competition. This document will capture the specific songs that the participating choirs have selected to perform during the competition. The song list is a key part of the registration process, as it allows the organizers and judges to understand the scope of the choir’s performance and assess the appropriateness of the chosen repertoire with respect to the competition theme and guidelines.

1. General Information

The Song List will be part of the registration process and should contain details about the songs chosen by the participating choirs. Each song submitted must comply with the competition’s rules, including alignment with the theme (e.g., community, harmony, development, etc.), the performance’s length, and any potential limitations regarding song selection.

1.1 Choir Information

This section confirms that the song list is being submitted by the appropriate choir, ensuring the following details:

Choir Name: Name of the choir performing.
School Name: Name of the school submitting the choir.
Choir Director’s Name: Full name of the choir director leading the performance.
Contact Information: Email and phone number for contact purposes.

2. Song 1 Selection

The first song selected by the choir will be the primary piece for their performance. The choir may choose to perform additional pieces as part of their overall performance, but Song 1 must be clearly identified.

2.1 Song Title

Required Field: The title of the first song being performed.
Example: “Ode to Joy” by Ludwig van Beethoven

2.2 Composer/Arranger

Required Field: The name of the composer or the arranger of the song.
Example: Ludwig van Beethoven, arranged by John Williams

2.3 Duration

Required Field: The length of the first song in minutes and seconds.
Example: 3 minutes 45 seconds

2.4 Theme Relevance

Required Field: A brief explanation of how this song aligns with the competition theme (e.g., harmony, growth, community, etc.).
Example: “This song was chosen because it represents the joy and unity that comes from working together towards a common goal.”

3. Song 2 Selection (if applicable)

If the choir plans to perform a second song, this section allows them to detail their second choice.

3.1 Song Title

Optional Field: The title of the second song being performed.
Example: “Lean on Me” by Bill Withers

3.2 Composer/Arranger

Optional Field: The name of the composer or the arranger of the song.
Example: Bill Withers, arranged by Michael Brown

3.3 Duration

Optional Field: The length of the second song in minutes and seconds.
Example: 4 minutes 15 seconds

3.4 Theme Relevance

Optional Field: A brief explanation of how this second song aligns with the competition theme.
Example: “This song was chosen for its message of community and support, which resonates with the competition’s theme of development and connection.”

4. Additional Song Selection(s)

If the choir intends to perform more than two songs, they will use this section to list further songs. This will help the organizers manage the schedule and expectations for performance times.

4.1 Song Title(s)

Optional Field: Titles of additional songs.
Example: “Hallelujah” by Leonard Cohen

4.2 Composer/Arranger

Optional Field: Names of composers/arrangers for additional songs.
Example: Leonard Cohen, arranged by Mark Hayes

4.3 Duration

Optional Field: The length of each additional song in minutes and seconds.
Example: 5 minutes

4.4 Theme Relevance

Optional Field: A brief explanation of how the additional song(s) relate to the competition theme.
Example: “The song ‘Hallelujah’ was selected for its universal message of love, hope, and faith, which connects to the theme of growth and development.”

5. Song Arrangement and Rehearsal Notes

This section allows the choir to include any specific arrangement details or notes for rehearsal that might be important for the performance.

5.1 Special Arrangement Notes

Optional Field: If the choir has made any specific arrangements (e.g., solo parts, harmonies, accompaniment), this space allows for documentation.
Example: “The first verse of ‘Lean on Me’ will feature a soloist.”

5.2 Instrumentation or Accompaniment Requirements

Optional Field: If the performance requires instruments, such as a piano or guitar, or any other special equipment, it can be listed here.
Example: “We will need a piano and a microphone for the soloist.”

5.3 Choir Formation and Choreography Notes

Optional Field: Any notes regarding the formation of the choir on stage, choreography, or specific staging elements.
Example: “The choir will stand in a semi-circle, with the soloist at the center for the first song.”

6. Final Confirmation

This section ensures that all necessary fields are completed and that the choir’s song list complies with the SayPro Development Quarterly School Choir Competition rules and guidelines.

6.1 Confirmation of Theme Alignment

Required Field: Choir directors must confirm that the selected songs align with the competition theme.
Example: “I confirm that the songs chosen for our performance are aligned with the theme of community and growth.”

6.2 Acknowledgment of Submission Deadline

Required Field: The director must acknowledge that they understand the submission deadline for the song list and the competition performance.
Example: “I understand that this song list must be submitted by January 15, 2025, to participate in the competition.”

7. Submission Instructions

Completion Deadline: The Song List must be submitted by January 15, 2025, to ensure proper planning and scheduling for the competition.
Submission Method: The completed song list can be submitted via the SayPro competition platform or emailed to the official competition address: choircomp@SayPro.com.
Questions or Concerns: For assistance or inquiries regarding song selection or other competition-related concerns, participants can contact the event organizers at (555) 987-6543 or via email at choircomp@SayPro.com.

Conclusion

The SayPro Song List is an important document that helps to ensure the SayPro Development Quarterly School Choir Competition is organized effectively. By clearly listing the selected songs, their composers, duration, and alignment with the competition theme, the choir directors will enable event organizers to plan and prepare accordingly. Additionally, providing any performance-related notes allows for a smooth and successful presentation during the competition.