Job Opportunity: Choral Director – Treble Voice Choir, Second Chances Community Music Program of NS
Songs of the Sea – Capella Regalis Choirs
Capella Regalis Choirs releases Songs of the Sea CD
Journey with the choir as they explore their rich musical heritage as Maritimers! This new album features Capella Regalis Men & Boys Choirs performing works inspired by the sea including fresh arrangements by Paul Halley and Nick Halley for choir, piano, organ, percussion, and other instruments. Recorded by John D. S. Adams / Stonehouse Sound, the physical album boasts a gorgeous CD booklet complete with historic photos from the Nova Scotia Archives and liner notes by Vanessa Halley. The physical CD is available at capellaregalis.com, and the digital release will soon be available from all major online music platforms.
Halifax Regional Arts Choir Auditions
There are a number of HRA choirs holding auditions for the 2025-2026 year.
Visit www.HRA.HRCE.ca to learn more about Halifax Regional Arts programs.
Apprentice Conductor Opportunity, National Youth Choir of Canada
| Conducting opportunity with the NYCC |
| Are you an emerging choral conductor under 35, ready to learn, lead, and be inspired? Or maybe you know someone who would fit the bill? The National Youth Choir of Canada is searching for its next Apprentice Conductor. The 2026 program will take place in British Columbia and will culminate with a tour of the province, ending with the NYCC concert presented during the Podium Conference and Festival in Victoria (May 14-17, 2026). The 2026 choir will be under the direction of Dr. Julia Davids, who was the NYCC’s first-ever Apprentice Conductor! |
| Having the opportunity to conduct the NYCC at PODIUM 2024 definitely gave me the chance to connect with a professional community of conductors and choirs from across the country. I’ll be forever grateful for all the things I’ve gained and learned from this experience and will continue to share and live this everywhere I go.”— Kitbielle Pasagui, 2024 Apprentice Conductor |
| Application deadline: June 2, 2025 Program length: May 3-17, 2026 Details and application: nycc.ca/2026-apprentice-conductor |
Sing it Loud and Let Your Support Resonate! Get your tickets for the first NSCF 50/50 Cash Raffle Fundraiser for Choirs Across Nova Scotia!
Join the Nova Scotia Choral Federation’s first ever Rafflebox 50/50 fundraiser! Here’s your chance to hit the high notes for singing and choirs across the province while potentially winning big. With half the pot going to one lucky winner and the other half fueling the future of choral singing, it’s a win-win that will have you singing with joy!
This is a sound investment in our artistic communities! Whether you’re a seasoned chorister or a community supporter, your contribution will help fund programs that empower singers of all ages, nurture vocal talents, build confidence, and create unforgettable musical experiences. You can choose to support the NSCF or any singing organization on the dropdown list, or have your contribution divided equally amongst all.
Together, we can ensure that the magic of choral music continues to resonate throughout Nova Scotia. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something truly note-worthy! Purchase your raffle tickets today and help us strike a chord for music education and community choirs. Join the chorus of supporters and let’s make beautiful music together – because when we all come together, our voices are stronger and our communities shine brighter!
So, raise your voice and your chances to win! Let’s help keep the spirit of song alive in every corner of the province! Thank you for your support!
The winner will be contacted to claim their prize.
National Youth Choir of Canada 2026 – Auditions are OPEN
Auditions are now OPEN for the 2026 NYCC!
The National Youth Choir of Canada (NYCC) is a project of Choral Canada and is one of Canada’s finest youth choirs. The 2026 program will run from May 3-16, 2026 and we are looking for choral singers ages 19-26 to participate in this one-of-a-kind professional development opportunity.
The choir will be led by Guest Conductor Dr. Julia Davids, with a rehearsal residency and tour throughout British Columbia, ending in Victoria for a final performance at PODIUM 2026.
Video submissions will be accepted until September 30, 2025. Visit the website below to learn more about the audition process and to access the guidelines and application form.
To review the application details visit: https://www.nycc.ca/auditions-2026.html
Please share this news with your colleagues and networks, young singers, students, and anyone else who might be interested in this opportunity. If you have any questions, please contact programs@choralcanada.org.
AVCI Summer Training Program for Contemporary Singers – June 27-29, 2025
ACVI Summer Training Program for Contemporary Singers
June 27-29, 2025
Halifax, NS
**Special offer for NSCF Singers** – enter the code NSCF150 at checkout for $150 off the cost of this year’s program!
The ACVI Summer Training Program is back with an incredible faculty line up and a new LEVELLED program to accommodate beginner, intermediate and advanced singers.
Join us this June for three days of informative and engaging workshops focused on technique, performance practices and creative work for singers of contemporary styles. Do you love to sing pop, rock, jazz, R&B, and folk? Or maybe you are a classically trained singer that wants to broaden your knowledge of CCM-specific training! Topics covered include vocal technique for CCM (Contemporary Commercial Music) singing including registration, mixing and belting, harmonizing by ear, improvisation, songwriting, arranging, microphone technique, performance confidence, conquering stage anxiety, and more!
Our 2025 faculty includes Zoe Leger, Rachael Delano,
Frances Farrell, Linda Carvery, Elise Besler, Breagh Isabel, Noah Malcolm, Jah’Mila, Aquakultre (Lance Sampson), Edward Enman, Holly Arsenault and Adam Johnson.
For more information and to register:
https://www.acvi.ca/summer-training-program
Questions? Email us at info@acvi.ca or follow us on Instagram @acvinstitute
