Kraig McBroom
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Music Education University of North Carolina
EXPERIENCE/ SKILLS
Kraig McBroom began his career working with the infamous Fred Waring, and is now in his 49th year teaching vocal music. The last twenty-nine years have been at Carolina Forest High School.
His professional career boasts an extensive slate of accomplishments. His roles as musical director include: Celebrate America and Big Band Swing -- both shows based in Myrtle Beach featuring Emmy Award winning entertainer, Steve Gatlin; the Grand Strand’s premier vocal ensemble, Vocal Edition; the Grand Strand’s longest running show, High Steppin’ Country at Lakewood Camping Resort; and several show choirs at the Carolina Forest Performing Arts Academy.
McBroom has done work for the North Carolina Theatre, the Atlanta Theatre Company, the Tennessee Renaissance Center, Eric Krebs Theatrical, Sun Coast Productions and Hilltop Productions. He frequently serves as an adjudicator for choral competitions across the country and most recently has worked to develop and direct Horry County School District’s newest production, Waves of the Future, a fundraiser for the Chicora Rotary Club.
McBroom’s high school choirs have won numerous awards, both in classical and show choir competitions, including five consecutive National Championships at Showstoppers National Show Choir Invitational in Chicago/Orlando. Mr. McBroom’s former students can be seen performing on Broadway stages, Disney theme parks, cruise chips and opera houses in Europe. He is proud to teach life lessons through music every single day and is excited to be preparing the next generation of entertainers.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Music Education University of North Carolina
EXPERIENCE/ SKILLS
Kraig McBroom began his career working with the infamous Fred Waring, and is now in his 49th year teaching vocal music. The last twenty-nine years have been at Carolina Forest High School.
His professional career boasts an extensive slate of accomplishments. His roles as musical director include: Celebrate America and Big Band Swing -- both shows based in Myrtle Beach featuring Emmy Award winning entertainer, Steve Gatlin; the Grand Strand’s premier vocal ensemble, Vocal Edition; the Grand Strand’s longest running show, High Steppin’ Country at Lakewood Camping Resort; and several show choirs at the Carolina Forest Performing Arts Academy.
McBroom has done work for the North Carolina Theatre, the Atlanta Theatre Company, the Tennessee Renaissance Center, Eric Krebs Theatrical, Sun Coast Productions and Hilltop Productions. He frequently serves as an adjudicator for choral competitions across the country and most recently has worked to develop and direct Horry County School District’s newest production, Waves of the Future, a fundraiser for the Chicora Rotary Club.
McBroom’s high school choirs have won numerous awards, both in classical and show choir competitions, including five consecutive National Championships at Showstoppers National Show Choir Invitational in Chicago/Orlando. Mr. McBroom’s former students can be seen performing on Broadway stages, Disney theme parks, cruise chips and opera houses in Europe. He is proud to teach life lessons through music every single day and is excited to be preparing the next generation of entertainers.
Choral Classes
Chorus 1: Mixed Chorus
Credit: 1 credit
This course provides instruction for the beginning choral student in fundamental choral techniques in a performance group. The course covers basic music theory, vocal techniques, sight-singing, choreography, and choral performance. You are required to participate in ALL scheduled after-school rehearsals and performances to earn credit. Costume purchase required.
Chorus 2: Women’s Show Choir
Prerequisite: Audition required
Credit: 1 credit (A/B Day) This course is designed for the female vocalist who seriously desires to develop refined performance skills in performing vocal ensemble with choreography. The course provides varied choral experiences such as music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, as well as Broadway, jazz and foreign language literature. You are required to participate in ALL after-school rehearsals and performances to earn credit. Interested students must successfully complete an audition consisting of a voice-range check and solo audition. You should be prepared to sing a song of your choice. Costume purchase is required, and fund-raising participation is expected to assist in performance & travel expenses.
Chorus 3: Intermediate Show Choir
Prerequisite: Audition Required
Credit: 1 credit (A/B Day)
This class is designed as a preparatory class for our advanced show choirs. The class provides instruction at the intermediate level through the study of appropriate choral music literature and choreography in a performance choir setting. You are required to participate in ALL scheduled after-school rehearsals and performances to earn credit. Interested student must complete an audition consisting of a voice-range-check and solo audition. You should be prepared to sing a song of your choice. Costume purchase is required, and fund-raising participation is expected to assist in performance & travel expenses.
Chorus 4 & 5: Showcase Show Choir
Prerequisite: Audition Required
Credit: 2 credits
This course develops refined performance skills in an advanced performing vocal ensemble with choreography. The course provides varied choral experiences such as music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, as well as Broadway, jazz and foreign language literature. You are required to participate in ALL after-school rehearsals and performances, including off campus and out-of-town field trip / competition events to earn credit. Students are required to audition for All-County Chorus and to participate if selected for this honor choir experience. Students are also required to participate in the annual school musical. Interested students should be currently performing at an advanced level of musical competence, and are required to successfully complete an audition consisting of a voice-range check and solo audition. You should be prepared to sing a song of your choice. Costume purchase is required, and fund-raising is expected to assist in performance & travel expenses. Students selected through audition. Students must register and participate for both semesters. (2 semester course)
Chorus 1: Mixed Chorus
Credit: 1 credit
This course provides instruction for the beginning choral student in fundamental choral techniques in a performance group. The course covers basic music theory, vocal techniques, sight-singing, choreography, and choral performance. You are required to participate in ALL scheduled after-school rehearsals and performances to earn credit. Costume purchase required.
Chorus 2: Women’s Show Choir
Prerequisite: Audition required
Credit: 1 credit (A/B Day) This course is designed for the female vocalist who seriously desires to develop refined performance skills in performing vocal ensemble with choreography. The course provides varied choral experiences such as music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, as well as Broadway, jazz and foreign language literature. You are required to participate in ALL after-school rehearsals and performances to earn credit. Interested students must successfully complete an audition consisting of a voice-range check and solo audition. You should be prepared to sing a song of your choice. Costume purchase is required, and fund-raising participation is expected to assist in performance & travel expenses.
Chorus 3: Intermediate Show Choir
Prerequisite: Audition Required
Credit: 1 credit (A/B Day)
This class is designed as a preparatory class for our advanced show choirs. The class provides instruction at the intermediate level through the study of appropriate choral music literature and choreography in a performance choir setting. You are required to participate in ALL scheduled after-school rehearsals and performances to earn credit. Interested student must complete an audition consisting of a voice-range-check and solo audition. You should be prepared to sing a song of your choice. Costume purchase is required, and fund-raising participation is expected to assist in performance & travel expenses.
Chorus 4 & 5: Showcase Show Choir
Prerequisite: Audition Required
Credit: 2 credits
This course develops refined performance skills in an advanced performing vocal ensemble with choreography. The course provides varied choral experiences such as music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, as well as Broadway, jazz and foreign language literature. You are required to participate in ALL after-school rehearsals and performances, including off campus and out-of-town field trip / competition events to earn credit. Students are required to audition for All-County Chorus and to participate if selected for this honor choir experience. Students are also required to participate in the annual school musical. Interested students should be currently performing at an advanced level of musical competence, and are required to successfully complete an audition consisting of a voice-range check and solo audition. You should be prepared to sing a song of your choice. Costume purchase is required, and fund-raising is expected to assist in performance & travel expenses. Students selected through audition. Students must register and participate for both semesters. (2 semester course)
