Create the event first
Record the date, time and event type before attendance begins. This keeps every entry connected to the right activity.
Use clear attendance choices
Present, Late, Excused, Absent and Not Required cover common choir situations without long notes.
Mark attendance on a phone
Use a short member list with large controls. Complete the record while the event is fresh.
Look for patterns
Review attendance over a useful period. Speak with members before making decisions based only on a number.