Choral Education

As a chorus director, Mr. Cooper is competitive yet student-centered, taking great effort to highlight and build each student’s strengths, re-assessing as necessary. He ensures that his classrooms and choral programs are a safe space for students that allows creativity and a sense of belonging. Mr. Cooper has a strong passion for the arts and loves to spark the same interests in youth choirs. 

Louisiana 1927

Originally performed by Randy Newman / Arranged by Jay Althouse

Performed by the JMS 8th Grade Choir
at the Sounds of Nature 2019 Concert

Bloom

Music & Lyrics by Philip E. Silvey

Performed by the
JMS Advanced Treble Ensemble
at the Sounds of Nature 2019 Concert

White Winter Hymnal

As performed by Pentatonix

Performed by the JMS Dragon Dazzlers Show Choir,
featuring the 7th & 8th Grade Choirs
at the 2018 Holiday Concert

Vuelie

From Frozen by Christophe Beck & Frode Fjellheim

Performed by the JMS 7th & 8th Grade Choirs
at the 2019 Holiday Concert

6th Grade Chorus
LGPE 2021

JMS 6th Grade Chorus received Superior ratings at their performance evaluation in 2021. 

Around the World

JMS Chorus took a trip around the globe! Through a set of lessons, projects, and rehearsals, choirs learned about music from each continent. Students learned different languages and cultures, and how they influenced music. 

Featuring all grade level choirs
for the 2020 Virtual Fall Concert