The choruses of Northwest Associated Arts are inviting new singers to join them for the 2007-08 concert season.
ChoralSounds Northwest is a 70-member mixed adult chorus based in Burien.
Open to singers of all ages from high school to retirement, Choral Sounds is a true community chorus.
Singers who audition will be asked to sing a short excerpt from any song of their choice - with or without accompaniment-in a private session with the conductor, to help him place their voice in the chorus.
Previous choral singing experience and the ability to sight-read are desired, but not required, for membership.
Schedule an audition for the 2008 Holiday Concert, "Christmas is for Children," by calling conductor Tim Root at 253-223-1823 or by e-mail at choirguy1@comcast.net.
Regular rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings, 7-9:15, at St. Bernadette's Church in Burien, beginning Sept. 4.
KidSounds, YouthSounds and TeenSounds Northwest demonstrate Northwest Associated Arts' commitment to providing musical education and performance opportunity for young people in grades 3-12 in South King County.
In a time of radical funding cuts to music programs in the schools, these ensembles provide opportunities for students to learn through the discipline of music.
The goal of KidSounds, YouthSounds and TeenSounds Northwest is to foster a love of singing by engaging a wide variety of music repertoire. Proper vocal technique, theory and artistry are emphasized with an eye towards developing well-rounded young musicians.
Rehearsals are held at Southminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, beginning the first week of September.
Membership in KidSounds Northwest is open to boys and girls in grades 3-5. Rehearsals are 4:15-5:15 p.m. on Wednesdays
YouthSounds Northwest is open to boys and girls in grades 6-9. Rehearsals are 4:15-6 p.m. on Tuesdays.
TeenSounds Northwest is open to grades 10-12. Rehearsals are 3-4:15 p.m. on Wednesdays.
Membership in all three youth ensembles is granted by way of an audition with conductor Paula Hawkins. Scholarships are available based on need.
Young people interested in making an appointment to audition may call Hawkins at 253-529-3204 or e-mail paulah@nwassociatedarts.org.
The NWAA young people's music education program is funded in part by support from Fred Meyer Foundation, Target, Charlotte Martin Foundation, City of Burien, and many individuals and families throughout the community.
