***DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL, THE CHORALE WILL BEGIN REHEARSALS FOR THE NEXT CONCERT ON MONDAY, JANUARY 9, RATHER THAN MONDAY, JANUARY 2. WE WILL CONTINUE TO REHEARSE AT FRONT STREET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH AT 7:15. THIS MESSAGE PER THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE.***

2011-2012 Chorale Season Update:

We will start the new season after Labor Day, September 12, 2011. We meet at 7:15pm at Front Street Methodist Church in the Choir Room. New members come a little early and introduce yourself to our director, Daniel Privette, so that he may place you in your section. Have a great summer and we hope to see you soon!

The Chorale holds open enrollment for prospective new members at the beginning of September and again in January. Membership in the Chorale is open to all adults in the area who enjoy singing and are willing to commit to regular weekly rehearsals.

Where and when does the Chorale rehearse?

Rehearsals are held Monday evenings from 7:15 to 9:15 in the Choir Room of Front Street United Methodist Church, 136 S. Fisher St. in Burlington.

Are there dues to be a member?

Yes, membership dues are $40 per year ($20 for high school and undergrad students). In addition, members are expected to provide a black music folder and provide appropriate concert attire (see below). Financial aid for these items is available in cases of hardship.

Do I need to audition?

An audition is not required for membership, but new members will be asked to sing for the director so that they can be placed in the appropriate voice sections. Having a good sense of pitch, along with some music reading ability and previous choral experience are definite assets.

Is there a dress code for Concerts?

For uniformity, there is a dress code for our concerts. Please see below for the outlined concert attire for both men and women.

Men:

• Black tuxedo
• Black bow tie &­ black cummerbund
• White shirt
• Black socks and black shoes

Women:

You may purchase your concert gown through the chorale. The gown must meet the following requirements:

• All black floor-length, long-sleeved gown
• Ankles may not show while standing still
• Long sleeves are required (sheer sleeves or elbow length sleeve are not acceptable.)
• Modest (no exposed cleavage, slit skirts or backless gowns)
• Closed-toed black shoes (without contrasting accents)
• Opaque black hose

Jewelry:

• Only pearl necklaces are allowed
• You may not wear: pins, bracelets, anything light-reflecting, dangling earrings, light-reflecting hair ornaments or barrettes
• Wedding and engagement rings are allowed