Michigan Singers

70 Lester Lake Road
GRAND JUNCTION, MI 49056
 
  Dear Friend,

Thanks for you interest in the Michigan Singers. I've enclosed all the information and materials you need to apply for what we believe is the experience of a lifetime! An exciting musical presentation with a powerful message-and a great opportunity for ministry and outreach-is what you are in for as a part of the Michigan Singers.

In addition, you will spend time nurturing your spiritual growth through Bible study, prayer and sharing. We will discuss how to share your faith because we desire each individual to be challenged to apply what they will learn at home, at church and in their community.

I'm looking forward to hearing from you soon! Reminder-listed below are the steps required to complete your audition for Michigan Singers. No one will be accepted until all requested materials have been received.
 
  1. Application form filled out completely, including a recent photo of yourself.
  2. One recommendation from your pastor, assistant pastor or youth pastor.
  3. One recommendation from teachers or others qualified to comment on your musical or technical ability.
  4. One short audition tape-put your name on the tape itself. -Vocalists: One song with accompaniment focusing on vocal ability and not accompaniment. Include one verse of Amazing Grace sung acappella.

All items must be received by August 15

Mail goes to:

Michigan Singers
70 55th St.
Grand Junction, MI 49056		 Any questions call Dick Forsman at
269-434-6203
e-mail: rtforsman@btc-bci.com


Please note that we will respond back to you by the end of August only if all conditions for entrance into Michigan Singers have been met.

 

 

 

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APPLICANTS' FORM-The Michigan Singers

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Fill out application completely-include recent photo
  2. Send two recommendations-one from your pastor or youth pastor and one from teachers or other qualified to comment on your musical or technical ability.
  3. Include an audition tape. (Cassette or video tapes cannot be returned.)

IMPORTANT:

YOUR FILE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE UNTIL this application form, two letters of recommendation, an audition tape, and photo are received by August 15. It is your responsibility to follow up on your recommendations and make sure that they have been sent to us.

Name _______________________________________________Age___
          (Last)                              (First)                        (Middle)
Birth date ____________

Home Address ___________________________________________________________________
                       (Street with number)                     (City)                   (State)                                (Zip)

Home Phone, (_____)______________

Name of parents or guardian _________________________________________________

Parents or guardian's address _________________________________________________

Are you? High school student_______ College student ______

Name of school attending?_____________ Year completed by Aug. ___________

Home church name _________________________________________________

Phone number _(______)________________

Home church address __________________________________________________

Senior Pastor's name ______________________________________________

 How long have you been a Christian? _________

Do you sing? Soprano __ Alto __ Tenor __ Bass __

Do you have any medical conditions presently being treated? ____

If 'YES', what? ____________________________________________________________
                        ____________________________________________________________

 

Application Form - (Continued) Michigan Singers
 

Are you taking any medication that you need to carry with you? __________
If YES, what? _____________________________________________________________

Do you have any allergies? _____
If YES, what? _____________________________________________________________

Check below the interests you have:

[ ] Cooking
[ ] Drama
[ ] Photography
[ ] Organizational ability
[ ] Follow-up/Discipleship
[ ] Solo Work		 [ ]  Secretarial
[ ] Sewing
[ ] Song Writing
[ ] Small Group Leadership
[ ] Narrative Writing
[ ] Other (Please List)

 
Write a short autobiography with special emphasis on the following items:

     A.  Your personal relationship with Christ
     B.  Your musical experience
     C.  Your reasons for wanting to be part of the Michigan Singers

Please list below any churches you know who might like to host a concert of the Michigan Singers.  Include name of church, address, and pastor's name.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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Return by August 15

Pastor's Recommendation

 

Name of applicant  ________________________________
Address ________________________________________
City ___________________________________State ____
Phone (____)______________                  Zip ___________		 The Michigan Singers
Return to:

Dick Forsman
70 55th Street
Grand Junction, MI 49056
 

TO THE APPLICANT, PLEASE READ BEFORE DISTRIBUTING THIS FORM:

This form should be completed by your minister and returned by him/her directly to the address, above right. If your father/mother is your minister, please refer the form to the assistant minister or lay leader in your church. If a person other than your minister, or assistant minister, completes this form, an explanation should be provided.

I UNDERSTAND that this confidential statement is being submitted with the understanding that its contents will not be shared with me. I hereby waive my rights to see the confidential statement submitted on this form.

                                   Signature of applicant: ___________________________________________

TO THE PASTOR: Each applicant must submit a recommendation. Serious consideration will be given to your comments; therefore, we ask that you complete the form carefully. It should be returned directly to the address above right. Since we request a candid evaluation, we will hold your comments in strictest confidence.

1. How long have you known the applicant?

2. How well do you know him/her? (Circle one)
               by name/                     Casually-few personal          Fairly well-numerous          Very close pastoral
                 sight                           contacts                              personal contacts                        relationship

3. To your knowledge has the applicant made a meaningful personal commitment to Jesus Christ?
           Yes___   No___   I don't know___

          Comments:
 

 

4. Please indicate applicant's level of involvement in church activities (circle one)
            Attends irregularly;               Seldom participates;                Cooperative;                   Enthusiastic
            shows little interest               altho' attends regularly              usually willing                   deeply
                                                                                                         to help                           involved


5. What do you consider the applicant's strong points? (include positive personal traits)

 

 

6.  What do you consider the applicant's weak points? (include negative personal traits)

 

 

7.  How do you rate this person in the following area?

  Excellent Above
Average		 Average Below
Average		 No Chance
to Observe
  Leadership          
  Responsibility          
  Christian Commitment          
  Initiative          
  Cooperativeness          
  Moral Character          
  Health          
  Adaptability          
  Integrity & Honesty          
  Emotional Stability          
 

8. Please share with us any information you may have about the applicant that would help in our evaluation.  This information could cover recent experiences or incidents in the applicant's life, or even a general personality appraisal.

 

 

Pastor's name ____________________________________________________

Name of church __________________________________________________

Address ________________________________________________________

Phone (____)___________________

 

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Return by August 15

Musical Recommendation


Name of applicant  ________________________________
Address ________________________________________
City ___________________________________State ____
Phone (____)______________                  Zip ___________		 The Michigan Singers
Return to:

Dick Forsman
70 55th Street
Grand Junction, MI 49056
 

TO THE APPLICANT, PLEASE READ BEFORE DISTRIBUTING THIS FORM:

This form should be completed by your minister and returned by him/her directly to the address, above right. If your father/mother is your minister, please refer the form to the assistant minister or lay leader in your church. If a person other than your minister, or assistant minister, completes this form, an explanation should be provided.

I UNDERSTAND that this confidential statement is being submitted with the understanding that its contents will not be shared with me. I hereby waive my rights to see the confidential statement submitted on this form.

                                   Signature of applicant: ___________________________________________

INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPETING THIS FORM: Each applicant the Michigan Singers must submit a recommendation. Serious consideration will be given to your comments; therefore, we ask that you complete the form carefully. It should be returned directly to the address above right. Since we request a candid evaluation, we will hold your comments in strictest confidence.

1. How long have you known the applicant?

2. How well do you know him/her? (Circle one)
               by name/                     Casually-few personal          Fairly well-numerous          Very close
                 sight                           contacts                              personal contacts                relationship

3. Please indicate applicant's level of musical involvement:
             Pleasure only                     Music major in school           Involved in school/church music program

4. What are the applicant's strong points musically?

 

5. What are the applicant's weak points musically?

 

6. Is the applicant disciplined musically? Does he/she practice privately; is he/she behaved and serious about rehearsals?)   YES    NO

7.  Does the applicant own a good instrument?   YES   NO

8.  How does the applicant respond to musical suggestions?
   Open to them               No response         Defensive

9. How would you rate this person in the following areas?

  Excellent Above
Average		 Average Below
Average		 No Chance
to Observe
  Over-all musicianship          
  Sight-reading          
  Intonation          
  Solo Ability          
  Initiative          
  Rhythmic Stability          

10. Please share with us any information you may have about the applicant that would help in our evaluation.  This information could cover recent experiences or incidents in the applicant's life, or even a general personality appraisal.

 

 

 

Recommender's Name_____________________________________________________

Name of church/school _____________________________________________________

Address ________________________________________________________________

Phone (____)______________________________