Auditions

The Artistic Director sets high audition standards to ensure the quality of the Chorus. Members must audition every year. Auditions for new singers are usually held in early September and January.

Auditions last approximately 10 minutes and consist of:

  • 1 – prepared choral extract (to be selected from four PDFs provided in advance)

  • 1 – prepared song (if you do not have a prepared song you may add a second choral extract)

  • Sight reading

  • Vocalization

An accompanist will be provided for you. Following the audition, singers will be notified of his or her acceptance by TWC staff via phone or email.

From time to time there are small ensemble opportunities during the season. Choristers are selected though a series of criteria, and the final decisions are made by the Artistic Director.

If you are interested in auditioning, please contact the Chorus office at (202) 342-6221, or fill out the contact form below. Your name will be added to the list for auditions and a staff member will follow up with you to schedule your audition slot once those dates are announced.

Rehearsals

The Washington Chorus rehearses year-round on Monday evenings at National Presbyterian Church on Nebraska Avenue in Northwest DC. The Church is accessible by Metro bus and rail. Additional rehearsals may be scheduled throughout the season. Two orchestral rehearsals are typically scheduled prior to each performance.

Dues

Initial membership dues are $75.  Returning singer dues are billed annually at $150. All singers pay a $30 library fee annually.

 
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Monday Night Rehearsals at National Presbyterian Church

4101 Nebraska Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016