8 Voice Choral Auditions and Performances

Voice-Choral Auditions and Performances

The Challey School of Music (CSoM) hosts a wide range of performances throughout the academic year, including choral concerts, opera productions, and special festivals.

💡 Please Note: It is the student’s responsibility to notify all instructors about any class absences due to performance obligations.

For the most current details and updates, consult the official CSoM Calendar of Events.

Recurring Events

Choral Retreat

• Days: Friday–Saturday
• Date: Typically early to mid-September
• Location: Usually off-campus (e.g., a local retreat center)

Choir Tour

• Participants: Concert Choir and Madrigal Singers
• Timing: During part of Spring Break
• Purpose: Recruitment and advocacy for the CSoM
• International Travel: Occurs every 3–4 years in mid-May

Messiah Auditions

• Audition Period: Early November
• Solo Announcements: Early Fall
• Auditions Heard By: Entire voice-choral faculty

Opera / Musical Auditions

• Timing: Announced at least one semester in advance
• Details: Publicized broadly to ensure access

Baroque Festival Participation

• Interest Deadline: Early Fall semester
• Requirements:
  • Notify applied teacher early
  • Faculty recommendation required
  • Final programming selected by Artistic Director

Honors Recital Auditions

• Timing: Before Spring Break
• Audition Content: One prepared selection
• Judges: Full voice-choral faculty panel

Typical Yearly Ensemble Performance Schedule