Choral Auditions
Thank you for your interest in the University of Minnesota Choirs. We have five different choral ensembles that serve a range of experience and ability and provide a place for all singers interested in singing in a choir. If you have any questions, please email us at this address.
There are two different types of choral ensembles at the University of Minnesota: Auditioned Ensembles and Non-Auditioned Campus Singers Ensembles. All of our ensembles are open to all students, regardless of major or college affiliation.
Auditioned Ensembles
Experienced singers with a significant background in choral singing looking for a rigorous and exciting musical experience will find our auditioned ensembles most rewarding. Auditioned ensembles usually perform in 3 to 4 concerts each semester and may also be called to perform for special concerts and conducting recitals. These ensembles include:
- MUS 3230/5230, section 001 - University Treble Choir, meets MW 3:35 – 5:05 pm
- MUS 5240, section 001 - University Singers, meets MWF 1:25 – 2:15 pm
- MUS 5240, section 002 - Chamber Singers, meets MWF 12:45 – 2:15 pm
Students joining University Singers, Chamber Singers, or University Treble Choir for the first time must audition.
Fall 2025 Choral Audition Schedule
2025-26 choral auditions will be held in person the first week of Fall 2025 classes. See details below.
| Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, 9/2 | TBD | TBD |
| Wednesday, 9/3 | TBD | TBD |
| Thursday, 9/4 | TBD | TBD |
To register for an audition, fill out the Ensemble Audition Registration Form. Course registration will occur upon completion of a successful audition. Auditioned ensembles begin fall rehearsals the week of Monday, September 8.
Choral Audition Requirements
To audition for University Singers, Chamber Singers, or University Treble Choir:
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Prepare a 2-3 minute accompanied solo of your choice. The selection can be in any language and drawn from folk songs, popular songs, original songs, hymns, patriotic songs, opera/oratorio solo arias, or musical theater solo songs. Bring your music to your audition; a piano accompanist will be provided.
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Prepare Exercise 3 from the UMN Audition Vocalises Sheet
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You will also be asked to vocalize and sing tonal memory exercises.
Students who wish to be considered for placement in Chamber Singers should also prepare:
Non-Auditioned Ensembles
Any student can register for any of the Campus Singers sections or Gospel Choir without audition. Register early, as these ensembles often fill up. Ensembles include:
- MUS 3200, section 001 - Campus Singers Gold (Mixed Ensemble) - section not open in Fall 2025
- MUS 3200, section 002 - Campus Singers Maroon (Mixed Ensemble), meets Mondays from 6:00 – 8:00 pm
- MUS 3380, section 001 - Gospel Choir (Mixed Ensemble), meets Tuesdays from 6:00 – 8:00 pm