Frequently Asked QuestionsThese are genuine questions that are asked very frequently. As the year progresses other questions will be asked and if regularly asked this page will be updated.
The Choir sounds amazing. Am I good enough to apply?Everyone wondered that at some stage. You'll never know unless you apply. The concerts are extremely polished but that is a result of hard work done during the course, and it is possible for everyone to reach that standard. Back to Top
How good does my sight-reading have to be?There is a myth about sight-reading music that it is very difficult. It is a matter of practice, and you need to know some basic musical facts before you start. In 2002 sightsinging classes will be organised as part of the course if your sight-reading is not up to scratch, so don't let your sight-reading ability deter you from applying. Back to Top
Do I have to attend the whole course?All parts of the NYCoS course are important. At the beginning you are learning new music and settling into the course structure, and if you miss the beginning you will lose a lot, perhaps never catching up. The end of the course involves the concerts which is why we are there really. Back to Top
Can I leave for a day in the middle of the course?The short answer is no. The longer answer is - depends why? In the past people have had a hospital appointment which if missed could not be reorganised for months. Other times someone had a graduation for a day. Each case is different so is considered individually. We prefer members to come to the course and stay for the duration. Back to Top
Can I do the summer course but not the tour in August and September?Members should be available for both parts of the commitment. The team trains together and performs together - if members of the team disappear it affects our performance. Back to Top
What does my course fee cover?The fee paid by members covers the cost of accommodation only which is a fixed cost levied by the hotels, hostels and boarding schools we use. All other costs, buses, musical staff, music hire, singing teachers, administration, printing etc. are covered by the fundraising that NYCoS does throughout the year. Back to Top
What is a Formal Dinner, and how formal?1999 saw the first NYCoS formal dinner in Glenalmond during the course. Instead of eating at 5.30pm as usual, we waited until 8.00pm. The dining room was decorated for the occasion (including candles and tablecloths) with the full silver service treatment. Wine was served, speeches made, and competitions for Mr NYCoS 1999, Miss NYCoS 1999, Best Dressed Male and Best Dressed Female and more! It was voted a success and has now become a traditional feature of the course. As far as dress is concerned, the males have their dinner suits for the concerts anyway but many bring wildly coloured waistcoats or kilts. Most females bring a posh dress. A professional photographer is on hand to capture the moment and the photos are available for you to buy before the end of the course. Think glamorous! Back to Top
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