Auditions
Cantemus
has openings for experienced singers in all voice parts.
Auditions are held twice a year by appointment. The next
auditions will be held Tuesday, September 20, 2011.
Auditionees
should be prepared for sight-reading, aural memory tests,
vocal warm-ups and to sing “My Country ‘tis
of Thee. Previous choral/vocal experience is recommended
in order to audition: solid vocal quality, sight reading
skills, aural memory, and rhythmic understanding are
emphasized. Auditioning singer may bring a short prepared
solo, but this is not required.
For
more information or to schedule an appointment, please
call
1-888-CHORUS-1.
Rehearsals
Rehearsals
take place at Miles River Middle School in Hamilton every
Tuesday from 7:30 to 10:00 p.m. Additional rehearsals may
be scheduled, if required.
To
maintain the quality of performance for which Cantemus is
known, singers are expected to attend every rehearsal and
be punctual. A maximum of three missed rehearsals per semester
will be excused.
Concert
Attendance
Singers
are expected to attend all concerts and dress rehearsals on
the season's schedule. Cantemus is a small chamber chorus;
one singer's absence will significantly change the group's
balance and tone.
Concert
Dress
Concert
dress is detailed below, unless otherwise specified for a
given concert:
WOMEN:
Purchased chiffon cardigan worn over sleeveless black shell,
with black slacks or long skirt. Cost to singer: approximately
$50 for cardigan. Pearl earrings
and medium-length pearl necklace.
MEN:
Purchased all-black tuxedo.
FOLDERS:
Singers must provide or purchase their own chorister's black
folder for use in all performances.
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