Currently the Kansas City Symphony Chorus is a 115+ voice ensemble and will soon be in the process
of expanding the membership, as we prepare for the opening of the new Kauffman Performing Arts Center. Please continue to visit this site, as we will soon announce audition dates for January, as we commit to our expansion efforts.
General Audition Information
The audition consists of:
Bring a solo to sing (best is a classic piece in a foreign language, but you can also bring a favorite song of any kind that shows off your voice) We will provide the KCSC accompanist, so all you need to worry about is preparing your solo. It does not need to be memorized but please bring a second copy for the Accompanist.
Some sight-singing (typically you will sing your voice-part while the piano plays the other three in a short choral work)
Comfortable chatting with Mr. Bruffy and the Audition Panel (the easiest part of the audition)
The chorus rehearses each Monday night from the end of August through late May/early June at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral. Rehearsals begin at 7:00pm and end at 9:30pm.
During performance week with the Symphony, the KCSC will typically have a piano-only rehearsal with the conductor on Monday evening, and have dress rehearsals on Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 7:30-10:00pm. Performances with the Kansas City Symphony are generally Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
To be contacted regarding auditions, please complete the contact information below. You will receive notification regarding audition dates, times and scheduling.
If you are interested in auditing a rehearsal when the Chorus is "in session" to hear the chorus and watch Mr. Bruffy work, please make arrangements in advance by contacting the Executive Director, Scott Mason. scottm@kcsymphonychorus.org.
