The Orpheus Award

The Orpheus Award is presented to a male and female singer in each of the advanced ensembles of the Roncalli High School Rebel Choirs who represent the highest caliber of musicianship, artistry, enthusiasm and dedication to the art of choral singing. Named after the epic figure in Greek mythology, Orpheus was considered to be the greatest musician and poet, and his music was so beautiful that it could charm any creature or beast and even inanimate objects. The recipient of this award is chosen by the Choral Director.

The Singing Rebel Spirit Award

The Singing Rebel Spirit Award is presented to one singer in each of the advanced ensembles of the Roncalli High School Rebel Choirs who, in the opinion of his or her peers, represents the type of spirit, energy and positive attitude necessary to the success of the choir. In other words, the recipient is that student who has contributed the most to the choir and represents the ideal Rebel singer. The recipient of this award is nominated and chosen by fellow members of his or her respective choir.

The Nouveau Singing Rebel Award

The Nouveau Singing Rebel Award is presented to one singer in both of the two beginning ensembles of the Roncalli High School Rebel Choirs who has shown a great deal of promise and contributed significantly to the choral program in their freshman year. The recipient of this award is chosen by the Choral Director.

The Director’s Award of Excellence

The Director’s Award of Excellence is presented to one individual from the whole of the Roncalli High School Rebel Choirs program who, in the opinion of the Choral Director, has contributed an invaluable amount of their time, energy and talent to the program during the year. Without the selfless dedication of this person, the choral program as a whole could not have had the successes it did.