We hold new member auditions in August and December at Wauwatosa Avenue United Methodist Church (1600 Underwood Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53213). Our next auditions will be in August. Stay tuned!
Slots are limited so schedule your audition today! Email donnatanzer@miad.edu (preferred) or call 414-639-8134. Walk-ins will be heard only if time allows.
- Tenors and basses are particularly encouraged to audition.
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- We rehearse Wednesday evenings from 7:15-9:45 p.m. at Wauwatosa Ave. United Methodist Church.
Audition Tips
- Auditions take place with our conductor, Dr. James B. Kinchen, Jr.
- You must be a high school graduate or at least 18 years old. CLICK HERE if you are interested in our Roots Young Singers Apprenticeship Program for high school and college students.
- No prepared material is necessary.
- Past choral experience, with a basic ability to read choral sheet music, is extremely helpful. You will be asked to sing a familiar song and sight-sing a simple melody.
- Vocalizing while on your way to auditions and while waiting for your turn is encouraged. We begin every rehearsal with several minutes of warm-up.
- Members of the choir will be on hand to greet you and answer any questions you may have.
- You’ll receive background information about the chorus, including our rehearsal attendance policy and an explanation of what is expected of chorus members.
- You’ll be asked to fill out an information form.
- You’ll be notified within a day or two of your audition as to whether you have been accepted into the chorus. If accepted, you will be responsible for annual dues of $120 plus costuming, which includes a black tuxedo with white shirt or a black performance dress that costs between $60 and $80, depending on size and length.
- Good luck!
