I am reducing my choral library. For those of you possibly wanting to create an online choir video, I am selling my music for a greatly reduced rate of .75 per copy plus shipping. Please let me know if you would like a copy of my library list. I have around 100 titles, and 25-50 copies per piece. Most of the music has been used 1-3 seasons.Gently used, and in excellent condition! My email is .
Wenger TravelMaster Acoustical Shells
Located in Austin, TX but can arrange for shipment. shipment for a set will probably range between $500-1000 depending on location and would be sent with a courier via the service uship.
I also have a disassembled set of 8 Wenger Diva walls
Up for sale are two used WENGER TRAVELMASTER ACOUSTICAL CHOIR SHELLS – 21 & 13 SHELL CONFIGS. For choir, band and orchestra. Units are in good, used condition with light scuffs and scratches on the plastic and metal frames – only cosmetic in nature. Plastic is in good condition.
Shell Config #1 – OYSTER COLOR $7995.00 Includes 21 shells – 12 base units + 9 filler shells. Includes two carts to transport and store shells. Brand new price from Wenger is ~$25,000 – save $17,000
Shell Config #2 – CREAM COLOR $6495.00. Includes 13 shells – 7 base units + 6 filler shells. Brand new price from Wenger is ~$15,500 – save $9,000.00
Durable, lightweight panels provide large, acoustically reflective geometric surface
Legs designed to fold out for fast setup
Legs are detachable for compact hauling and storage
Base panels adjust from 9′ 4″ (2.8 m) to 12′ 2″ (3.7 m) heights
Filler panels attach to base panels — each is 9′ 6″ x 37″ (2.9 m x 94 cm)
Formed ABS panels
Soprano and Tenor section Leaders needed
SOPRANO and TENOR section leaders needed
The section leader position is an independent contractor position, without benefits. Both positions are available as of August 15.
St. Theresa Roman Catholic Church in Trumbull, CT, has an established traditional church music program. The choir is composed of around 35 singers, including four professional section leaders (SATB). The choir sings high quality literature ranging from Gregorian chant and polyphony through 21st century repertoire. Section leaders are expected to work well with volunteers, be able to lead sectionals, and have evenness of tone, impeccable intonation and ability to sing straight tone when needed. Although most literature is available ahead of time, excellent sight-reading skills are a must.
Section leaders are required to sing for the following:
• Rehearsals: Wednesday evenings, 7.30pm – 9.30pm (September through mid-June: Corpus Christi)
• Sunday duties: 10.30am High Mass with 10:00am rehearsal.
• Extra services: Thanksgiving Service (Tuesday before Thanksgiving), Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, Confirmation Mass (usually on a Sunday afternoon at 2:30pm), Tenebrae Service (Wednesday of Holy Week), Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Vigil, Easter Sunday, Pentecost Vespers on a Sat. afternoon at 4:00pm, and occasional Tridentine Masses during the year (Sundays at 2:30pm with a rehearsal at 1:00pm).
• Other opportunities for additional income: cantoring for funerals, weddings, and other weekend masses.
Compensation: negotiable/based on experience (some services pay more than others)
Minimum required education: BM (Vocal Performance. Choral conducting experience is a plus)
Preferable: MM in Vocal Performance
To apply please submit a resume, a brief cover letter, and 2-3 YouTube videos to Dr. Carolina Flores at:
Choral scores on sale from ROS
The Rochester Oratorio Society is clearing out some of our excess choral score library stock for 50% off retail. Much of it is unused or has a few light pencil marks. We’re offering the following titles:
rossings.org/shop-page/
Bruckner: Mass in E minor – 25 copies
Andrew Carter: Te Deum – 6
John Edmunds: Strike Up – 38
Gjeilo: Luminous Night of the Soul – 13
Gjeilo: Evening Prayer – 5
Guido Haazen: Missa Luba – 12
Honegger: King David – 30
Hummel: Mass in Bb – 3
J. Strauss: Die Fledermaus – 21
Kodaly: Te Deum – 13
Liszt: Missa Choralis – 21
Mendelssohn: Frohlocket Ihr Volker Auf Erden – 31
Mendelssohn: Hymn of Praise – 10
Mendelssohn: Elijah – 6
Mozart: Coronation Mass – 15
Pinkham: Christmas Cantata – 39
Rutter: Te Deum – 22
Stravinsky: Symphony of Psalms – 32
Thompson: Have Ye Not Known? – 13
Vierne: Solemn Mass – 10
Most of the larger quantities and large scores will ship USPS Priority Mail to USA addresses. Others via Media Mail. Details in our online store.
rossings.org/shop-page/
Enjoy! Best wishes to all!
Virtual Auditions for Singers
Tired of singing alone?
Challenge your vocal skills in classical repertoire with Elmhurst Choral Union.
The upcoming season will include both virtual and live performances of works by Handel (Messiah), Mozart (Coronation Mass), and Beethoven (9, as guests with a local symphony).
Membership is open to singers with previous choral experience or the ability to read music.
To learn more about submitting a video audition, use our contact page at elmhurstchoralunion.org/contact. A volunteer will respond with detailed information.
Audition video submission deadline is August 25. Rehearsals begin virtually on Tuesday evening, September 8.
Elmhurst Choral Union is an outstanding volunteer chorus, performing classical masterworks and great choral music of all eras, (almost always) with professional orchestra and soloists.
Auditions Available – Sacred & Profane, A Chamber Chorus
Are you an experienced vocalist looking for challenging repertoire and a wonderful choral community? We’d love for you to join us! Sacred and Profane, A Chamber Chorus has openings for voices in all sections (SATB) for our 2019–20 season. Fall rehearsals begin September 14, 2020.
Auditions and rehearsals will take place online until we are able to resume in-person rehearsals. Concerts will be in the form of online broadcasts until in-person concerts are possible. Each broadcast will consist of a selection of virtual choir videos and videos of works composed for online performance, in addition to other content. Concert themes in the 2020-2021 season will cover health and wellbeing, social justice, and community and connectedness through a wide variety of composers and collaborative opportunities. The ensemble will partner with organizations to further the social justice mission of each program.
Auditions are scheduled by appointment. Visit www.sacredprofane.org/audition to learn more about our upcoming season and audition process. If you’ve got a healthy voice and a great attitude, contact us to schedule an audition. Send us an email with a brief description of your interest, experience, and your voice part to: .
About Sacred and Profane, A Chamber Chorus:
Founded in 1977, Sacred & Profane is a chamber chorus that performs a wide variety of a cappella choral music. Concert repertoire includes sacred and secular works from the middle ages to the contemporary period, drawing from classical, ethnic & folk traditions. We aim to provide an inspiring & educational experience for audiences & chorus members through innovative programming, intensive preparation & high quality performances.
S&P is composed of 24 to 32 singers (SATB), each bringing superior musicianship, vocal skill, and dedication to the ensemble, achieving professional-level performances. As a result, the ensemble is capable of superior execution of challenging repertoire from across the musical canon, including contemporary and highly demanding works. Our talented singers represent many facets of our diverse Bay Area communities; from a wide range of backgrounds, ages, and demographics. S&P embraces our vibrant membership and strives to explore and celebrate this through our repertoire. www.sacredprofane.org
The health and safety of our members, staff, and community are our top priority. All rehearsals and concerts will be conducted online until further notice due to public health concerns regarding COVID-19. We continue to closely monitor local and state directives, CDC and public health guidelines, and work devise strategies to return to music-making in person safely.
For more information about the choir and repertoire, participation requirements, the audition process, or to schedule and audition, contact us:
Fall 2020 | I Hope You’re Doing Well: Health and Wellbeing
Featuring works by Arvo Pärt, Dale Trumbore, Karen Spiegel, Stacey Gibbs, Stern Källmen, Morten Lauridsen, and more.
Winter 2021 | Make Our World Anew: Black Voices Matter
Amplifying underrepresented voices and bringing composers of color to the forefront with works by Rosephanye Powell, Mortensson/Sommerro, Moira Smiley, and Ysaÿe Barnwell as a collaboration with Oakland Youth Chorus.
Spring 2021 | Nearness of You: Staying Connected
Exploring the importance of staying connected in difficult times with works by Dale Trumbore, Kirby Shaw, Brian Tate, Karin Rehnqvist, and more.