Colchester, Connecticut

Choral Shells Proposal (1)

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Proposal for the purchase of Choral Shells

The music department would like to purchase five choral shells at the cost of $14,962
including shipping.

Purpose: Choral shells are a popular and widely used method of amplifying the sound
of a band or choir without the use of technology, or in addition to a microphone sound
system. They stand behind the risers and help to project the sound out into the
auditorium space. These work extremely well and are used by many high schools,
colleges, and professional venues. In our auditorium space at Bacon Academy, sound
projection is extremely poor. The design of the space is not for optimal sound and
amplification is imperative for all music performances. This shell system would be used
in all future concerts and would raise the level of performances at Bacon Academy.


Plan for funding the purchase of these Choral Shells ($14,962)

Location                   Amount              Why is it available?

100504 43810               $4968.00            There were no festivals this year, so
                                               there were no fees or travel expenses

100504 42611               $2300.00            They didn’t need as many supplies and
                                               consent attire this year.

100504 44330               $2700.00            They did not need to use this money this
                                               year due to Covid.

Identify source            $5000.00            Potentially use the Use of Schools
                                               account to fund?