Any student who would like to be part of a choral ensemble this year is encouraged to audition in the fall (information below). Sign up to be a part of the Concordia Christmas Concerts shown in the video above.
The Concordia choral department is dedicated to providing all students with an enriching singing experience rooted in musical excellence, passionate and spirited expression, a supportive and caring community, and respectful engagement with diverse musical traditions. All are welcome regardless of singing background or experience — there is a place for you in one of our three choral ensembles.
Kantorei is open to all first-year students regardless of musical or singing background. Instead of an audition, students will be asked to meet with Dr. Culloton and Dr. Tubiolo for a 7-minute check-in meeting. Please do the following:
Chapel Choir is open by audition to sophomore, junior, and senior students. Prior participation in Kantorei is not required. First-year students will be eligible for Chapel Choir if they are on an instrumental scholarship and have a musical conflict with Kantorei. If you have questions about your eligibility for Chapel Choir, write to Dr. Tubiolo at stubiolo@cord.edu. For your audition, you will meet with Dr. Tubiolo for a 7-minute audition. To complete an audition, please do the following:
Auditions for The Concordia Choir take place annually in April for the following year. Transfer students and first-year students (rare) may be considered if openings arise over the summer or throughout the first semester based on their fall “check-in” appointments.
Audition dates and times for Vocal Jazz will be posted in the Hvidsten Hall of Music during Orientation Week. Please prepare either the excerpt posted with the signup sheet or 12-16 bars of a different jazz standard. In addition, auditions will consist of repeating a melody, sight-reading, and a simple range check.
Be part of an immediate community of friends. Fun fact: Most choir members are not music majors; they represent all areas of study. Join now and enrich your Concordia experience.