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King’s Chapel Choir: Section Lead Positions

King’s Chapel Choir: Section Lead (Lay Clerk) Positions

The King’s Chapel Choir, directed by Dr Neil Cockburn, is celebrated throughout the Maritimes, and known across Canada for its professional-level choral singing in services and concerts. It maintains one of the most prestigious college liturgical choral programs in Canada – on a par with the chapel choirs of Oxford and Cambridge. The regular weekly schedule includes rehearsals on Tuesday evenings (7-9pm), Choral Evensong on Wednesdays (4-6pm), and Sung Eucharist on Thursdays (4-6.30pm). There is no regular Sunday commitment. Additional services, concerts, and tours are scheduled each semester. The choral season runs during the full academic year from September to mid-April.

Section Lead (Lay Clerk) positions are awarded to professional singers in an annual application and audition process: one each of Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass. We also maintain a substitute paid singer list to cover absences, and to enlarge the group for specific performances.To apply as a Section Lead or substitute singer for the 2023/24 season, please send a musical resumé, specifying your choral voice part, to the Chapel Music Administrative Assistant, to whom questions about the position may also be directed:

ukings.chapelchoir@gmail.com

A review of applications and scheduling of auditions will begin on Friday August 25, 2023. Applications will remain open until all positions are filled.

kingschapel.ca/music

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King’s Chorus – Section Lead Auditions

The King’s Chorus: Section Lead Positions

The King’s Chorus is the choral society of the University of King’s College, Halifax. We learn and rehearse major choral works from various traditions, and share what we’ve learned with the Halifax community in a concert each semester. The Chorus brings together students, staff and faculty from Dalhousie and King’s, as well as other community members, to share in the joy of music making each semester.

The King’s Chorus is committed to fostering a supportive environment where singers of all levels can improve their musicality and enjoy themselves in the process. We sing challenging and beautiful music, and we make sure to have fun while we do, cultivating an inclusive and non-competitive atmosphere in which to participate.

Section Lead positions are awarded to professional singers in an annual application and audition process: one each of Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass. We meet on Wednesday evenings during the academic year from September to April. To apply as a Section Lead for the 2023/24 season, please send a musical resumé, specifying your choral voice part, to the Music Administrative Assistant, to whom questions about the positions may also be directed:

ukings.chorus@gmail.com

A review of applications and scheduling of auditions will begin on Friday August 25, 2023. Applications will remain open until all positions are filled.


kingschorus.com

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Notice of NSCF Annual General Meeting

Tuesday, August 22, 2023,
6:00 pm,
Berwick United Church Camp,
115 Commercial Street, Berwick, NS

(If you are not attending Adult Choir Camp or have not signed up for meals at camp, to include dinner at a cost of $12.00 at 5:00 PM please RSVP to tim@nscf.ca)

Election of Officers

Each year the Nominating Committee selects a slate of nominees for their individual skills, expertise and their willingness to devote the time required for committee work and Federation business. The committee also strives for the widest possible provincial representation. If you are interested in nominating someone to our Board of Directors the deadline for nominations is August 8, 2023. The procedure is as follows:

Members will submit motions of nominations any time up to 14 days prior to the Annual General Meeting. Motions must be made in writing, signed by the mover and the seconder, and delivered to the Federation office. The nominee must deliver signed acceptance by the deadline and provide biographical information suitable for reproduction or distribution to Annual General Meeting delegates.

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Second Chances Choir – Singers Wanted!

HERE IS YOUR SECOND CHANCE!


The Second Chances Community Band Program of Nova Scotia is starting a vocal ensemble this fall and we are looking for singers (novice OR experienced) from our community to join us.

The singers will take the form of a “Pop” choir as in popular and draw its’ repertoire from contemporary commercial music of all genres.  Depending on ability the choir will perform in unison to four part harmony and beyond. Arrangements of blues, jazz, folk, swing, movie music and musical theatre styles will be explored. The Singers will also serve as the “house” singers for collaborative works with the Second Chances instrumental ensembles. All are welcome in an inclusive and safe environment of community engagement.

For more information and registration click the image below:

Join the Second Chances Singers!
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Spira – A Summer Choir

Come sing for fun this summer with Spíra – a summer choir!
Spíra is a drop-in, outdoor community choir, active during the summer months on Monday evenings. It is perfectly suited for folks who are looking for a chance to sing, to develop their music skills, and to build community. No auditions, no experience necessary, and you don’t need to know how to read music. Everyone is welcome!

Monday evenings, 6:00-8:00pm
July 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14, 21, 28
the Northwood Courtyard (2615 Northwood Terrace)
Suggested donation: $5/person, $10/family, PWYC

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Cape Breton Chorale Auditions for 2023-24 Season

The Cape Breton Chorale celebrates 50 years of music-making in the 2023-2024 season!

Our 50th Anniversary year will begin on Thursday, August 31, 2023, and continue until the end May 2024. We are planning an exciting season of singing our own classics, along with some traditional choral repertoire and some new works. Come sing with us!

We welcome auditions from experienced or trainable singers who fit a combination of the following criteria:

• Some experience singing vocal harmony, either in choral settings or in productions.
• Understanding of some basics of vocal technique or demonstrated vocal confidence in
your audition performance.
• Openness to learning different styles of music in an ensemble setting.

Important assets to the Chorale include:

• Commitment to rehearsals and performance schedules.
• Willingness to study and learn concert music outside of rehearsal – independently or with
rehearsal aids.
• Openness to learning new skills and expanding upon existing skills (vocal, aural, rhythm,
reading, movement).

For your Cape Breton Chorale audition:

• We’ll send you a short choral excerpt to learn in advance of the audition.
• Please sing a short solo; a 30-60 second excerpt of a piece in any comfortable style.
• An accompanist will be provided, or you may sing a capella.
• We will check your musicianship skills, and your range with some simple vocal patterns.

Members and family of the Cape Breton Highlanders attend a Ball in Sydney, NS as part of the 150 year celebrations of the Cape Breton Highlanders. Photo: Cpl Brad Upshall, 36 Canadian Brigade Group Headquarters

Auditions are in Sydney, NS on Wednesday August 30 and 31, 2023.

Please contact us to arrange an audition!

Email – info@capebretonchorale.com
Phone – 902 968 9041 

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Annapolis Valley Honour Choir – Project Manager Call for Proposals

AVHC Seeking Project Manager – Call for Proposals

The Annapolis Valley Honour Choir (an arts education organization with 170 young singers), is currently seeking a Project Manager to help fulfill our goals for the revitalization of operations and board, rebranding and planning for a sustainable future. 

We are seeking Requests for Proposals for this position. 


Applicant Proposals should be submitted by 5:00 pm, Monday, July 31, 2023 to vicepresident@avhc.ca as a single PDF with no more than 10 pages. Please direct all questions and inquiries to vicepresident@avhc.ca

For the detailed RFP information, please click here . 




 
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The Aeolian Singers Auditions.

Come Sing with Us!
 Auditions are coming up Saturday July 8 and Sunday July 9
4:00pm to 8:30pm
Nova Scotia Choral Federation  
1113 Marginal Road, Halifax
 CLICK HERE
To go to our Website for more Information and to Schedule your Audition
We are an inclusive upper voices choir that has 48 seasons of history here in Halifax. The inspiring and ever evolving repertoire, sets a standard of excellence in choral programs. Our singers vary in age, background and experience. All are welcome to audition.
If you have any questions please reach out to our assistant conductor Joanne Slack at: assistantconductor@aeoliansingers.ca  
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Soundtrax Choir – Singers Wanted!

SOUNDTRAX CHOIR

Soundtrax is an auditioned mixed voices choir featuring students from across the HRM. Whether you are new to singing or continuing on your choral journey, we want to hear from you. Come be a part of this amazing choral community where you’ll explore diverse and dynamic repertoire in a welcoming, safe, and fun environment. Soundtrax rehearses on Thursdays from 4:30-6:15.

For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact Fran Farrell at ffarrell@gnspes.ca  (If the interview times listed on the poster do not work for you, reach out, and we’ll find a time to connect!)