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How do I join the Bainbridge Chorale?

A vocal assessment is required for those singers wishing to join the Chorale.Vocal assessments (auditions) are held at scheduled times prior to the commencement of rehearsals for a given concert.

The Spring 2010 auditions will be held on Monday evening, January 11, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m at Woodward Middle School.

The director will listen to your voice to determine your vocal range, and will have you perform some simple exercises to assess your tone matching and music reading ability. Be assured, you don’t have to be a trained singer or a natural superstar. Most members aren’t.

How much time does membership involve?

We usually present three concerts each year. We begin preparing in September for the holiday concerts which occur in the first part of December. In January, we begin rehearsals for a second concert presented in late March or early April.The third concert is generally in early to mid-June.

Regular rehearsals are held weekly on Monday evenings from 7:15 to 9:30. Additional rehearsals may be scheduled as necessary for the entire chorale or for a smaller group.

What else is expected of a member?

The Chorale depends on its members for the majority of ticket sales. Several weeks before concert dates, members are given tickets to sell and instructions for selling the tickets and turning in the money and unsold tickets.

The Chorale also depends on its members for a variety of other necessary functions. Some examples are setting up and breaking down risers at concert venues, providing modest refreshments at rehearsals and concerts, and distributing posters to businesses to advertise concerts.

A fee is due from each member at the time of registration. Scholarships are available. Members also purchase performance attire and music folders.

Where can I get answers if I have further questions?

The Bainbridge Chorale maintains an office that is staffed part-time, but with a full-time phone line on which you can request additional information or ask that someone contact you. The phone number is 206-780-CHOR (206-780-2467), or you can email info@bainbridgechorale.org.

Sign me up!

Want to join the Bainbridge Chorale? A simple vocal review with our music director is held at the first rehearsal of each session. Please print, complete, and bring with you the Bainbridge Chorale vocal assessment form.

Registration materials may be found via the Members piano key on the home page. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Stephanie Harris at the Chorale office at 206/780-2467, or e-mail info@bainbridgechorale.org.

We're looking forward to singing with you!

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