Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Golden Belt Vocal Festival?
The Golden Belt Vocal Festival has a fine tradition of excellent musical training. The Festival is a full day of vocal instruction and music training on songs that you have learned and practiced in advance at home. An evening concert and reception for the community completes the day’s activities.
Who may participate?
The Festival is open to students ages 13 and up as well as adults. WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PARENTS TO JOIN THEIR STUDENTS IN SINGING! It is primarily for homeschool students; however, Christian school students who do not have an opportunity to sing in a larger choir may participate with permission. Families and sponsors must register if they plan to eat the evening meal or if they need lodging, whether or not they sing. (Students 12 years of age who desire to participate in the vocal festival must contact us prior to registering to request special permission to participate.)
What kind of music will we sing?
Festival music will consist of conservative classical and Christian arrangements, including some spirituals. The selections are chosen with good teaching in mind, both from a musical as well as a spiritual perspective.
What is the cost?
The charge for the Festival is $24 for the first family member, $7 each for each subsequent singer in the same family. This charge includes a full day of instruction plus the evening concert, refreshments during the day and an evening meal. Lunch is on your own. In addition, you will need to spend about $17 for your set of music. Each participant needs his or her own set of music. Music is obtained from Senseney Music in Wichita. Registration fee is due in full at the first rehearsal. (Refund policy for Festival Fee:100% refund if we are notified before the beginning of the first rehearsal; 50% refund if we are notified by the second rehearsal, no refund after that time. This refund does not apply to music costs which are strictly between the participant and Senseney Music.)
When and where are the rehearsals?
You will rehearse in your own choirs or own homes as soon as you get your music. The group rehearsal information is listed here.
We come from quite a distance away. Where do I stay?
Many motels/hotels are available in the Salina area.
What is the schedule for the day?
Please see this page for a complete schedule.
What do I wear?
It is our desire that all we do bring glory to Jesus Christ, therefore, as you are dressing for Vocal Festival Activities, please keep in mind the guidelines given in 1 Timothy 2:9 that women should dress with proper clothing, modestly and discreetly. We ask that skirts and dresses not have high slits and be below the knee when sitting. Ladies, please do not wear tight fitting clothing, backless dresses, "spaghetti straps," or stomach-revealing attire. Evening Rehearsals - (In March): Men and ladies- casual dress- nice slacks or jeans are acceptable.
Festival Day- Ladies- casual dress- skirts or dresses or nice slacks are acceptable. Men- Slacks or nice jeans and collared shirts.
Concert- Ladies- Nice skirts or dresses Men- Nice slacks, collared shirts and ties
(Please: No perfume! Some are allergic!)
Where do I get the music?
Ask for Golden Belt Vocal Festival music from the choral music department at Senseney Music in Wichita in early January (800-362-1060). Ask for the Golden Belt Vocal Festival Music Pack. All financial arrangements for purchase of music are between the participant and Senseney Music. Be sure to spcify men or women's packs.
When is the deadline for applying?
Completed registration forms and fees must be returned to us by the first rehearsal. However, please apply early to insure a place and to get started on the music! Please remember that participants must attend at least two evening rehearsals and the all day rehearsal on Festival Day in order to sing in the evening concert.
Where does my registration fee go?
We typically "break even" for the most part each year. Your registration fees are used for the following: musical director (clinician), accompanist for the Festival, facility fees, sound person for the Festival Concert, refreshments for the two breaks on Festival Day, evening meal on Festival Day, copying of the printed programs, website hosting and domain name fee. If you have specific questions or concerns, don't hesitate to ask a member of the GBVF Committee.
The Golden Belt Vocal Festival has a fine tradition of excellent musical training. The Festival is a full day of vocal instruction and music training on songs that you have learned and practiced in advance at home. An evening concert and reception for the community completes the day’s activities.
Who may participate?
The Festival is open to students ages 13 and up as well as adults. WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PARENTS TO JOIN THEIR STUDENTS IN SINGING! It is primarily for homeschool students; however, Christian school students who do not have an opportunity to sing in a larger choir may participate with permission. Families and sponsors must register if they plan to eat the evening meal or if they need lodging, whether or not they sing. (Students 12 years of age who desire to participate in the vocal festival must contact us prior to registering to request special permission to participate.)
What kind of music will we sing?
Festival music will consist of conservative classical and Christian arrangements, including some spirituals. The selections are chosen with good teaching in mind, both from a musical as well as a spiritual perspective.
What is the cost?
The charge for the Festival is $24 for the first family member, $7 each for each subsequent singer in the same family. This charge includes a full day of instruction plus the evening concert, refreshments during the day and an evening meal. Lunch is on your own. In addition, you will need to spend about $17 for your set of music. Each participant needs his or her own set of music. Music is obtained from Senseney Music in Wichita. Registration fee is due in full at the first rehearsal. (Refund policy for Festival Fee:100% refund if we are notified before the beginning of the first rehearsal; 50% refund if we are notified by the second rehearsal, no refund after that time. This refund does not apply to music costs which are strictly between the participant and Senseney Music.)
When and where are the rehearsals?
You will rehearse in your own choirs or own homes as soon as you get your music. The group rehearsal information is listed here.
We come from quite a distance away. Where do I stay?
Many motels/hotels are available in the Salina area.
What is the schedule for the day?
Please see this page for a complete schedule.
What do I wear?
It is our desire that all we do bring glory to Jesus Christ, therefore, as you are dressing for Vocal Festival Activities, please keep in mind the guidelines given in 1 Timothy 2:9 that women should dress with proper clothing, modestly and discreetly. We ask that skirts and dresses not have high slits and be below the knee when sitting. Ladies, please do not wear tight fitting clothing, backless dresses, "spaghetti straps," or stomach-revealing attire. Evening Rehearsals - (In March): Men and ladies- casual dress- nice slacks or jeans are acceptable.
Festival Day- Ladies- casual dress- skirts or dresses or nice slacks are acceptable. Men- Slacks or nice jeans and collared shirts.
Concert- Ladies- Nice skirts or dresses Men- Nice slacks, collared shirts and ties
(Please: No perfume! Some are allergic!)
Where do I get the music?
Ask for Golden Belt Vocal Festival music from the choral music department at Senseney Music in Wichita in early January (800-362-1060). Ask for the Golden Belt Vocal Festival Music Pack. All financial arrangements for purchase of music are between the participant and Senseney Music. Be sure to spcify men or women's packs.
When is the deadline for applying?
Completed registration forms and fees must be returned to us by the first rehearsal. However, please apply early to insure a place and to get started on the music! Please remember that participants must attend at least two evening rehearsals and the all day rehearsal on Festival Day in order to sing in the evening concert.
Where does my registration fee go?
We typically "break even" for the most part each year. Your registration fees are used for the following: musical director (clinician), accompanist for the Festival, facility fees, sound person for the Festival Concert, refreshments for the two breaks on Festival Day, evening meal on Festival Day, copying of the printed programs, website hosting and domain name fee. If you have specific questions or concerns, don't hesitate to ask a member of the GBVF Committee.
