Who is eligible to audition?

Auditions for new members are open to anyone entering grades 3 through 7.

How do I schedule an audition?

Our auditions singers new to CCC who will not be attending the Summer Festival will be held from in May, 2011. Appointments will be scheduled after May 19th at 223-4495. Singers attending the Summer Festival will have the opportunity to audition during the Festival.

Where are the auditions held?

CCC auditions are held in the choir room at Christ United Methodist Church at 301 E. Drake.

What happens during the audition?

We ask you to arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled audition time to fill out paper work and relax. When it is time for your audition, you will meet some of our staff. The singing portion of your audition will include:

• "My Country 'tis of Thee", Verse 1 (Words provided)
• Exercises to check range
• Listening to musical patterns and repeating them
• Round - such as "Are You Sleeping" to check independent part singing

How will I learn whether or not I was accepted?

Within a few weeks, you will receive a letter notifying you of the results of your audition.

What are the fees?

This year's yearly fee for membership/music rental/uniform fee for new members is $290.

How are singers who are accepted assigned to choirs?

Selected singers are placed in choirs based on their audition and experience. New auditions are eligible for First Impressions(entering grades 3-4); Bel Canto (entering grades 3-5); Jubilate (entering grades 4 -7); and Cantare (entering grades 6-7).

When would I rehearse?

Rehearsals for all CCC choirs are held on Monday evenings. The 2011-2012 season will begin with a Fall Workshop late August, with weekly rehearsals commencing the following Monday.