Audition

Audition Information

Auditions for the 2011-2012 have been completed. Auditions for the 2012-2012 season will take place on May 21, June 9, and June 11 by audition only. If you would like to be notified when we begin to schedule auditions, please email mwarzecha@motopera.org.

For more information about the MOTCC, browse the site, particularly Photos, About, and the documents on the right. You can also view the memory books that document our seasons by clicking on the links below. Of course, the best way to find out what you would do as an MOTCC chorister is to attend a perfomance!

What to Bring to the Audition

A positive attitude

A prepared song of your choice and, if possible, a copy of the music (an accompanist is provided)

A prepared poem of your choice

A simple resume listing music/theatre background

A basic photo

What to Expect in the Audition

We will ask you to tell us about yourself.

We will do a warm up so we can see how high and how low you can sing.

We will listen to you sing the song that you prepared.

We will play a few notes and have you sing them back. We may clap a few rhythm patterns and have you clap those back.

We will listen to you recite the poem that you prepared so that we can hear your speaking voice and see your acting ability. We may also ask you to read a poem or paragraph that we give you.

We will have you do a little "music reading." Don't worry if you don't know how to read music - we will teach you how to do this in chorus rehearsal.

We will ask you to fill out a music theory questionnaire.

Who is Chosen for Membership?

Singers between the ages of 10-16 with:

An unchanged voice that has a clear tone that blends well with others

A capacity to sing in tune and demonstrate a good sense of rhythm

An ability to read, interpret, and speak clearly

The demonstrated ability to follow directions

A love of singing and a desire to make a commitment to be a member in this unique choral ensemble. For a more detailed look at the depth of the commitment, please see the 2011-2012 MOTCC calendar below. The calendar changes each season based on production schedules.

Periodically singers who have been accepted into the MOTCC may be asked to sing for the Director in order to evaluate their vocal development. At the end of the season, all singers will be required to re-audition for the next year.

Scholarships

Full and partial tuition cholarships are available based on need and talent. 2 additonal full tuition scholarships for Detroit residents are available each season.