Bel Canto or Women's Advanced Choir is a challenging and exciting ensemble of advanced female singers, sophomores, juniors and seniors. As in Madrigals, members are expected to perform throughout Southern California in the Southern California Vocal Association Honor festivals, solo and small ensemble festivals, the Carnegie Honors Performance Series, the Haborlites Barbershop Quartet Chorus Diva Day, and many university and music camp summer intensives.
Lauren Lee is currently a junior at Beckman High School and has been in choir for 9 years. She is the section leader for Soprano 1 in Bel Canto. This year, she is looking forward to putting on concerts, singing with her fellow sopranos, and making choir a safe space for everyone.
Michaela is currently a junior at Beckman High and this will be her 4th year in choir. She is in both Mixed Choir and Bel Canto, serving as Soprano 2 section leader for Bel. She is extremely excited for the chaotic vibes before concerts and having lots of fun!
Adriana is currently a junior at Beckman High. This will be her fourth year in choir, and second year as the Alto 1 section leader in Bel Canto. She is excited for the music selection and hopes to build a fun and special community within her section!
Alicia is a junior and this year’s Alto 2 section leader for Bel Canto! She has 6 years of choir experience and this is her second year in Bel. She’s excited to bond with everyone, learn new music together, and shine on stage with all of choir this year!
Jodi is currently in 11th grade, and this will be her 3rd year in choir. She is serving as Bel Canto’s wardrobe manager, keeping track of dress and chor rentals, and attended to any other wardrobe issues. She is looking forward to singing at concerts, going to festivals, and bonding with choir!
Evangeline is currently a senior at Beckman High and this will be her 7th year in choir. She is in both Madrigals and Bel Canto, serving as Librarian for the latter. She’s excited to put on some great shows, perform in festivals, and have loads of fun!
Chester is one year old and serves as our beloved mascot for all three choir classes, giving the singers motivation and emotional support. Chester loves climbing into the wackiest, hardest-to-get-into spots, and is always moving! If you ever visit the choir classroom, try to spot him and say hello!