The Chamber Choir meets every Tuesday and Thursday in the CGUC Chapel from 4:00 to 5:30 pm beginning the first week of classes (fall and winter terms only), and is normally led by director Mark Vuorinen. In Winter 2024 it will be directed by Patrick Murray who will be covering the Chamber Choir while Dr. Vuorinen is on sabbatical. This small ensemble of about 25 voices performs several times per term. Acceptance is by audition and at the discretion of the director.
1. Participant form
To participate in Chamber Choir you need to fill out the Participant Form every term. (Registration is closed for Winter 2024) There is no LEARN for Ensembles, so this is a crucial step that enables us to reach you. This includes Returning Choristers. For further questions please email Angelica Allen, Ensemble Coordinator.
2. Audition
In Winter 2024, only new singers will need to audition. Auditions will take place on Tuesday, January 9 from 4pm to 5:30pm in the Conrad Grebel Chapel. To prepare for the audition, please learn one of the following folk songs:
Down by the Sally Garden or The Ashgrove
You will receive the audition link once you have filled out the participant form. (see #1)
3. Credit
Register on Quest if you are taking the Ensemble for credit. Please note that MUSIC 416 and 417 have been added to the Ensemble Course list. Also note it is your responsibility to drop the course on Quest if you do not pass the audition or choose not to participate. An Ensemble credit is 0.25 units AND you can add this on a normal course load or ask your advisor for permission to override your course limit. There is a $30 fee for students who are not taking the Ensemble for credit, while non-students will be charged a $60 fee.
4. Course requirements
- In person rehearsal Tuesday and Thursdays from 4:00-5:30 pm most weeks. Thursday, January 11 2024 will be the first session.
- Read the Information sheet for Winter 2024
- Participation in an end of term concert on Friday, April 5 at 7:30pm, St. John the Evangelist Church in Kitchener.
- Other singing opportunities may also be arranged.
New Award: The Helen Martens Choral Music Award
This award is for students enrolled in one of the Music department choirs (e.g. Chamber, University or Chapel choirs. Choristers who exhibit a passion for choral music and demonstrate vocal excellence in choral singing will be considered. Note: Choir members who show leadership skills in rehearsals and concert preparation are preferred.
This link is for current members of the Chamber Choir ensemble:
Winter 2024 Chamber Choir evaluation form