Auditions

AUDITION GUIDELINES FOR NEW MEMBERS

The Inland Master Chorale invites experienced ensemble singers age 18 and above to audition. The Chorale has developed standards to ensure quality performances of fine choral literature. Membership in the Chorale means that you have achieved a certain level of musicianship, which is determined through auditions conducted by our Artistic Director, Dr. Joseph Modica, and Assistant Director, Zachary Krug. Auditions are held each August and January for new members. Existing members are required to re-audition every five years.

Auditions include:

Vocal Range: Vocalizing to determine vocal range and voice part classification.
Tonal Memory: Singing back a series of notes played on the piano.
Sight Reading: Singing your part in a choral selection while the accompanist plays the other parts on piano.
Prepared Piece: Please choose and prepare a song that most clearly demonstrates the quality and versatility of your voice. Acceptable pieces include opera, oratorio arias, an art song in any language, or a ballad from a standard Broadway musical. You may be asked to sing all or part of this piece, but it need not be memorized. An accompanist will be provided, so please bring an extra copy of your music.

OPEN REHEARSALS for prospective members are normally held at the first two rehearsals in August and January. We meet at Memorial Chapel at the University of Redlands. Parking is available directly behind the Chapel, off of Brockton Ave. Please arrive at 7:00 pm to check in and pick up music.

OPEN REHEARSALS–Winter/Spring 2023: January 3 & 10

NOTE: Currently there are no COVID-19 restrictions for singers. We are welcoming all singers regardless of vaccination status and masks are not required for rehearsal or performance. Should State or County guidelines change, our policies will change.

AUDITIONS: Will be held by appointment on January 16. Contact IMC Chair of Membership and Communications Susan Meinders for more information: susanmeinders@verizon.net

Members are required to pay $150 annual dues and purchase concert attire. To be eligible to sing a concert, no more than two rehearsals may be missed. Members are allowed to take a leave of absence for a maximum of one concert per season, otherwise they must re-audition.

REHEARSALS

Weekly Rehearsals

Tuesdays, 7:15 – 10:00 pm
Frederick Loewe Recital Hall or Memorial Chapel
University of Redlands, 1200 E. Colton Ave., Redlands, CA 92374

Dress Rehearsals

Saturday prior to concert, at 4 pm unless otherwise announced.
Memorial Chapel
University of Redlands, 1200 E. Colton Ave., Redlands, CA 92374

Thank you for choosing the INLAND MASTER CHORALE!

2022-23 CONCERT SERIES

October 30, 2022:

Poetry in Song

December 18, 2022:

Handel’s Messiah & More

March 5, 2023:

Ragtime, in concert

May 7, 2023:

Carmina Burana

With Orchestra and Children’s Choir

Performance Venue and Time

Primary Venue:

University of Redlands Memorial Chapel

1200 E. Colton Avenue

Redlands, CA 92374

Sundays at 4 pm