Youth Choir and Music Literacy

Join the Lemon Tree Chorus and learn the fundamental elements of music, about great composers of the past, and choral and vocal technique.

When: Thursdays, Sept. 10th – Nov 19th, 10:30am – 12:00pm
Performance Date: Thursday November 19th, 7pm at McMenamins Anderson School, Thorndike Community Room.
— Join us for Recorder Karate the hour before! —


Where:
The Lemon Tree Community classes are hosted at
The Homeschool Supply Co
18402 103rd Ave NE, Bothell, WA 98011

Cost: $250 for first student, $150 for additional siblings
All needed supplies included- binder, sheet music, etc.

Instructor: Ms. Mary Sims

What: Join homeschool students of all ages in our rich and engaging music class and choir rehearsal. During this course we will cover:
-Basic music literacy with an introduction to notes, tempo, rhythm and more.
-Music history and appreciation, by learning about great composers of the past and their works, spanning several centuries.
-Choral and vocal technique.

This homeschool choir and music class gives students the chance to experience music in community, where singing together teaches them to listen closely, collaborate, and build harmony with others. At its heart, music is about connection – it links us to history, culture, and one another – while also strengthening the mind and nurturing the soul. Scientific studies consistently show that learning music improves memory, focus, and emotional regulation, making it a powerful tool for growth in every area of life. Even if a student never pursues music professionally, the skills gained in choir will serve them for a lifetime, opening the door to appreciation for the arts, the joy of shared expression, and the confidence to use their voice, literally and figuratively, in whatever future they pursue!

Who: Ages 6-18. The only requirement is that your student can read (or is an emerging reader who can get some help with lyrics)
This class is open to anyone who enjoys music! Absolutely no experience necessary, and no audition required- you don’t have to be a “good singer” to enjoy music and singing.

Questions? Email us!
Events@thehomeschoolsupplyco.com

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Our class policy requires that parents remain on the premises during class time; this is not a drop-off class. To ensure a comfortable experience, parents are welcome to use the sunroom while other children can enjoy the playroom. If a child needs assistance in the restroom, it is the parent’s responsibility to provide help, teachers and classroom helpers cannot help children in the restroom . Additionally, to guarantee a safe and secure environment, all classroom teachers have undergone thorough background checks. This policy is designed to foster a supportive and secure atmosphere for all participants.
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About the Instructor
Mary Sims

Mary Sims began singing at the age of eight with Cantores in Ecclesia, a Portland, Oregon choir specializing in sacred liturgical music. Homeschooled alongside her 5 siblings, K – 12, she was already taking piano lessons, and singing quickly became her primary passion. By age 17, she was the featured soprano soloist alongside Richard Zeller, baritone, on that choir’s album, “Fauré Requiem – Messe Basse.”

Miss Sims earned her B.A. in Music with an emphasis in Vocal Performance from Gonzaga University. She studied choral conducting with Dr. Randel Wagner while obtaining her M.A. at Eastern Washington University. There, she taught undergraduate music courses, including Class Voice, Music Appreciation, Music Theory, and History of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Mary went on to teach World Music, Pop Music, Music Fundamentals and Music Appreciation at North Idaho College, while also directing various community choirs in the eastern Washington/northern Idaho region.

For twelve years, Miss Sims has taught music and directed choirs in western Washington. She provides workshops and seminars on Gregorian chant, liturgical and early music performance practice and intensive choral workshops. She currently teaches private lessons at Snohomish County Music School, Tacoma Music Academy, and in her own practice, Studio Sims. She is a freelance soprano in a variety of choral ensembles throughout the Pacific Northwest, including her “choir of origin,” Cantores in Ecclesia. Those ties to her roots are further manifested in her drive to pass on a great love of music and the arts to other homeschooled students, in the hope of building a passionate and joyful generation to come. 

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