IGC eNewsletter 1, 2025

IGC eNewsletter 1

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We’re delighted to be welcoming so many girls to their 2025 classes and we have much to look forward to this year.

All girls have begun preparing for our concert on May 31 – more details below,
Canto is our specialist group of choristers from Allegro and Avanti Levels; they will attend their first rehearsal this week and before long they’ll undertake their first performance,
Plans are coming together for a small group to travel to Sydney to perform at the Opera House in November with the Australian Girls Choir (AGC), and
The AGC International Touring Choir will visit Singapore in October following their time performing throughout Italy.

This is our second semester in Singapore but our 41^st year in Australia where we currently have over 6,000 girls in training.

“AGC has been a part of our family for almost 20 years with 2 daughters. My daughters have thrived in AGC and it has supported them in developing a vast range of skills including confidence, community, communication with diverse groups, leadership and performance opportunities, flexibility and performance skills. The skills and development my daughters have learned carry them across their life in their school life and outside school. AGC is like a family and my daughters have developed lifelong friendships.” AGC Parent

One thing we know parents have valued about our work, over many years, is that we welcome feedback. Please ask any questions you have and do let us know if your daughter is experiencing any challenges at all, we’re confident we can help.

eNewsletter 1 contains important information to get you set up for the semester ahead, and you can also stay connected through our website, and Facebook and Instagram pages

iClass Pro
In Class Audition Workshops – Allegro and Avanti choristers only
Production Rehearsal – Allegro and Avanti choristers only
IGC Concert
Makeup Classes
Parent Open Classes
ISPA Holiday Camp
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Thank you for allowing us the privilege of being part of your daughter’s education. I sincerely hope that you and your daughter enjoy being part of this vibrant organisation.

Nicole Muir AM

CEO

iClass Pro Online Portal

All parents should have created an account with iClass Pro (ICP) on registration and you may like to also download the mobile App. There are a number of ongoing functions you can complete through ICP:

Uniform orders - Uniform t-shirts and hair ribbons can be purchased through the ICP Shop. Items will be delivered to your daughter's rehearsal venue and handed out in class. New choristers should continue to wear casual clothes to class until the uniforms are delivered.
Absences - You can notify us of an upcoming absence via your ICP account.
Change of Details - You can make changes to your personal details including phone, address, daughter's school and grade.

In-Class Audition Workshop
Allegro and Avanti levels only

During our Semester 2 program, IGC Instructors will nominate a small number of choristers to be considered for a special part in our end of semester concert. While not every girl can have a special part, we are committed to helping all choristers develop solo singing and performance skills. To that end, Allegro and Avanti choristers will take part in a semi-formal In-Class Audition Workshop, which will be facilitated by their Instructor over two weeks on March 1 and 8. A chorister who misses one of these classes will still be considered.

Choristers in junior@igc will not be assessed formally, but we encourage you to speak with your daughter's regular Instructor if you would like feedback on her progress.

Production Rehearsal

Allegro and Avanti levels only

The Production Rehearsal is an opportunity for Allegro and Avanti girls to come together with our accompanist to prepare the music and staging for their Concert items. This rehearsal will be in addition to their regular Saturday classes.

Date and Times:
Sunday May 4
Arrive: 1.00pm
Depart: 3.30pm

Venue:
Astor International School

1 Kay Siang Road, #05-01/02

Singapore, 248922

Wear:
IGC Uniform

Bring:
All choristers should bring a named water bottle (please eat lunch before arrival)

On-the-day phone number: +65 8399 4372

Attendance:

Whilst we see this as a valuable chance for the girls to experience concert preparation with the other choristers from their level, we also understand that attendance might not be possible for all families. Please note that girls who are unable to attend will be caught up in the weeks following the Production Rehearsal. There is no need to let us know if your daughter is unable to attend this event.

IGC Concert

All choristers

Date:

Saturday May 31
The concert will replace regular Saturday classes on this day.

Venue:
Auditorium at 2 Bukit Merah Central, Singapore 159835

Times:
Girls will participate in an onstage rehearsal prior to the concert. Please contact the office if your daughter is unable to arrive at the scheduled time.

Canto arrive: 12.45pm

Avanti arrive: 1.15pm
Allegro arrive: 1.30pm
junior@igc arrive: 3.00pm

Audience can enter the auditorium from 3.45pm
The concert commences at 4.00pm and runs for 1 hour

Makeup Classes

We will be offering two optional makeup classes for students who have been absent for classes during our Semester 2 program.

The first makeup class will occur on Sunday March 16 from 11.30am - 12.30pm at Stamford Arts Centre.

The second makeup class will occur on Sunday May 4 from 11.30am - 12.30pm and be held at Astor International School.

It is essential to book in for Makeup Classes through iClass Pro (ICP) (through Booking > Find a Class).

Parent Open Classes

Parents are invited to watch an entire IGC class in action, meet their daughter's Instructor and connect with other parents at Semester 2 Open Classes.

Families enrolled at our Australian International School venue will be invited to attend the full rehearsal on Saturday March 15.

Families enrolled at our Astor International School venue will be invited to attend the full rehearsal on Saturday March 22.

Performing Arts April Holiday Camp

The Greatest Show on Earth

Join us for a creative holiday experience where boys and girls aged 5 to 12 will collaborate with our vibrant team of performing arts specialists to create an original performance of 'The Greatest Show on Earth'. The program culminates in a special performance of this fun and lively musical adventure for family and friends!

Option 1: April 1 - 4 (Australian International School)

Option 2: April 7 - 11 (Astor International School)

Holiday Camp is open for IGC Choristers and invite your friends aged 5 to 12 to come too!

IGC Choristers (and siblings) receive a $50 discount using promo code IGC50.

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Join our team in 2025

The International School of Performing Arts (ISPA) is looking to hire staff in a variety of part-time roles including:

Performing Arts Instructors, Assistant Instructors and Venue Managers.

Help us spread the word! If you know of anyone in your network who has a passion for teaching and the performing arts and is looking for a few weekly hours of rewarding work in 2025 please encourage them to visit our website to find out more.

EMPLOYMENT

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Head Office

Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
Phone: +65 8399 4372
Email: info@ispa.com.sg
Website: ispa.com.sg