Above: A regional chorus that requires auditions is inviting the public to explore joining them. (images from AVM’s website.)
Continuing on a musical note today. . . Assabet Valley Mastersingers is reaching out to our community to encourage “talented vocalists” who “value high artistic standards” to join them at an “open rehearsal” this Monday.
AVM is beginning to prepare for their spring concert, a performance of Mendelssohn’s Elijah in March. (You can read more about that here.)
They invite interested singers to join them at their rehearsal on Monday, November 18th from 7:30 – 9:45 pm. The group is seeking “vocalists of all age groups and cultural backgrounds!”
Their announcement describes “a community of welcoming, inclusive, respectful, collegial, and talented vocalists”. It further explains:
We believe singing fosters an environment of fun, joy, and worth. While vocal training is not essential, basic musicianship, a good musical ear, and a dedication and love for the choral classics are a must for AVM vocalists.
They invite:
Interested vocalists (18+) are invited to attend an AVM Open Rehearsal to get a sense of how regular rehearsals are run and of the group itself. Come early so that you can meet the Membership Chair, Deb Wallace, and section leaders, and get music for rehearsal.
After the rehearsal, if you decide to pursue joining the chorus, you will need to schedule an audition through the Membership Chair. Prior to the audition singers are asked to:
prepare a piece to provide the Artistic Director with a sense of your voice qualities.
The November 18th and subsequent rehearsals are held in Shrewsbury at First Congregational Church (19 Church Road).
For more information click here.
The announcement also promotes opportunities for high school and college students to sing with them through “pre-membership programs”:
High School Juniors and Seniors, please look into the AVM Apprentice Singer Program.
College Students please look into the AVM Collegiate Vocalist Program.
AVM isn’t the only regional chorus that recruits members from Southborough. You can read about other area singing groups here. (Most are still preparing for holiday concerts in December, with rehearsals for spring concerts not likely to begin before January.)
