During the concert, you should make your way backstage two songs before you go on, and check in with Mrs. Stipp to let her know you are there. There are only three places you should be during the show – on stage, backstage, or in a seat. You should not be wandering back and forth through the hallways during the show. After your performances are done, FIND A SEAT and enjoy the show.
Arrive at the High School at 6:15 on Saturday for the show. The doors will open to the public at 6:00 so arrive a little early to avoid a pile up at the main entrance. It will be a long night and there is not food available, so be sure to eat before you come, or bring a snack if you need it.
Things are sounding very good. Its crunch time, so be sure that you’re really practicing your songs and listening to them everyday. You should know them like the back of your hand. We will have music stands available during the show, so realize that you don’t have to memorize anything if you don’t want to, but be sure to bring your own music if you need it. If you have any questions about anything or need to practice your part, etc., don’t hesitate to find me sometime during the school day (I can always write you a late pass to your next class, so don’t hesitate to come down to room 005 between classes), or email me at [email protected]
Song Order for Dress Rehearsal
1. Go Down Moses
2. I Shall Not Be Moved
3. Strange Fruit
4. Uncle Sam Says
5. Black, Brown and White
6. Death of Emmitt Till
7. Alabama Bus
8. Why (Am I Treated So Bad?)
9. The Welcome Table
10. Waiting for My Child to Come
11. Keep Your Eyes on the Prize
12. Ride on Red
13. This May Be the Last Time
14. Alabama Song
15. A Change is Gonna Come
16. In the Mississippi River
17. This Little Light of Mine
18. Aint Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me Around
19. People Get Ready
20. Respect
21. Crying in the Streets
22. We Shall Overcome