The 140-voice Grand Philharmonic Choir rehearses
September through May on Monday evenings from 7:30 p.m. to
10:00 p.m. and presents four or five concerts during their
season.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- All applicants must be able to read music and have an
understanding of rudimentary music theory.
- Experience in choral singing is desirable.
- Instrumental and vocal training is highly recommended
but not mandatory.
THE AUDITION:
The audition will last approximately 20 minutes and be conducted
by the Artistic Director, Howard Dyck.
The audition will include ...
- vocalizing to determine range, quality, and colour of
the voice
- aural and theory skills — identifying chords, intervals,
key signatures
- the performance of a prepared audition piece
- sight-singing
- the completion of an application form
REPERTOIRE CRITERIA AND INSTRUCTIONS:
Repertoire Criteria
- An aria from a standard oratorio or opera, OR an art
song from the classical repertoire.
Instructions
- Bring two copies of your audition piece.
- The audition piece must be thoroughly rehearsed and sung
at performance level.
- DO NOT bring a pop song or contemporary
church music selection.
(If in doubt regarding the suitability of the piece you are
considering, contact the Philharmonic office ... (519) 578-6885.)
- You do not need to bring an accompanist.
NOTIFICATION:
Each applicant will be notified in writing regarding the results
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COMPLETE THE AUDITION FORM:
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