Chorus

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“name”: “Who sings in the Colorado Symphony Chorus?”,
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“text”: “Our symphonic chorus is comprised of approximately 180 volunteer singers over age 21. From Evergreen to Brighton, and Boulder to Castle Rock, singers travel each week to rehearsals and performances in Denver.”
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“name”: “Where and when are rehearsals?”,
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“text”: “Regular weekly rehearsals are Tuesday evenings 7:00-9:30 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church in downtown Denver, 18th Street, and Broadway. Free parking is available for Chorus members in a nearby parking garage after 4:00 p.m.

Concert week rehearsals: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday rehearsals with orchestra; Friday, Saturday, and sometimes Sunday concerts. Concerts are at Boettcher Concert Hall at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, 14th, and Curtis Streets. Free parking passes are provided for most rehearsals and concerts at Boettcher Concert Hall.

Occasional summer rehearsals are scheduled as needed for festival projects (mentioned above) and are generally Monday or Tuesday evenings.”
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“name”: “What are the attendance expectations?”,
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“text”: “In order to maintain high artistic standards, members are expected to be at all rehearsals and concerts. (Exceptions are made for illness and family emergencies or obligations.) Membership in the chorus is a significant commitment; members are encouraged to study the full schedule and commit to the full season.”
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“name”: “What is the audition process?”,
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“text”: “Colorado Symphony Chorus auditions are brief and include the following elements:

A prepared number — a song, art song, or aria (oratorio, opera) sung in any language (no pop songs, show tunes, hymns, or choral parts).
Memorization is not required. A pianist is provided.
Bring a second copy of the music for the pianist.
A short sight singing exercise.
A brief exercise to demonstrate ability to follow a conductor.
Vocalizing to demonstrate vocal color and range.
A chorus member must be at least 21 years of age. Members of all ages are expected to maintain good vocal health.

To schedule an audition, complete the form below or contact Chorus Manager Eric Israelson at eisraelson@coloradosymphony.org. Please include your name, voice part, phone number, and the name and composer of your audition selection. We welcome all questions concerning the chorus, its schedule, or your audition.”
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“name”: “What is the repertoire of the Chorus?”,
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“text”: “The Chorus sings principally the music of great masters, including oratorios, masses, requiems, operas, and symphonies in Latin, German, Russian, Italian, French, Hebrew, and English. The chorus also performs world premieres, special commissions, and commercial recordings.”
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