Auditions

Sing with Us!

Cambridge Chamber Singers is pleased to announce auditions for its spring 2024 concerts! Experienced singers of all parts are invited.Auditions will be held online by appointment.  For questions, and to schedule an audition, please contact Carolyn Roosevelt at ctroosevelt@gmail.com or 617-953-1853.

Our spring program features Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb and includes works by many of the composers that influenced Britten, such as Purcell, Ireland, and Grainger. We will also present Red, Red Rose, the Composition Competition winner selected last spring.

For audition requirements, see below.

Rehearsals are every Thursday from 7:15 PM to 9:45 PM. Rehearsals are at MIT, Bldg 5 Rm. 233 (77 Massachusetts Ave) and are accessible by the 1 bus or Red Line.

Spring performances:

     Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 8:00 PM
     Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 7:00 PMAll singers are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19. Masks are optional.

Preparing for Your Audition

In the 10-minute audition you will:

1)  Sing a prepared, unaccompanied piece – something you’re comfortable with.
Demonstrate accuracy and expressiveness.

2)  Sight read Renaissance and contemporary excerpts.

3)  Do some vocal exercises across your range as requested.

4)  Sing back a series of intervals.

Regular auditions are typically held in September and January. Information on upcoming auditions will be posted on this page. For general audition inquiries, you can contact us at cambridgechambersingers@gmail.com or through our Contact Us form.

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