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Just Voices is a professional level a cappella mixed vocal ensemble. The repertoire is eclectic, from early renaissance to jazz. It also includes traditional folk songs and spirituals, as well as arrangements of popular standards in today’s contemporary a cappella sound. As the professional ensemble within SingersMarin, Just Voices is setting the standard of excellence for the art of choral singing.
Current membership includes ten professional singers. A larger ensemble of up to 20 voices is anticipated in the future. Smaller groups within the ensemble may perform selected repertoire independently. Membership is by audition and held by appointment throughout the year. What we are looking for:
- Extensive choral and a cappella singing experience
- Advanced sight-reading skills
- Excellent musicianship and intonation
- Colorful, soloistic voices (specifically a resonant low bass, and rich low alto)
- Someone with vocal percussion background
- Ability to blend (control vibrato)
- Language experience (Latin, German, French, Spanish)
- Interest in a broad range of music (from classical to jazz)
- Passionate and fun-loving singers
- Commitment
What the audition will include: - Assessment of the vocal instrument and aural skills
- Tonal and atonal sight-reading
- Perform two songs of your choice - contrasting style (classical and popular/jazz)
- Perform prepared selection (sent to you via email)
Rehearsals are generally on Wednesday evenings, from 7:00 – 9:30ish in Mill Valley | Spring Start Date: | January 23, 2013 | | Rehearsal Venue: | SingersMarin Office 1038 Redwood Hwy., Mill Valley | | Rehearsal Times: | 7:00– 9:30 p.m. | Major Performances Coming up: | 25th Anniversary Concert April 23, 2013, 7:30pm Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco |
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