Thinking about joining us?
Open Rehearsal on July 19 at 7pm
Come and visit for an evening of music and fun!
Next Scheduled Auditions:
Mondays August 16, 23 and 30 at 6:30pm
No prepared audition piece is necessary.
You are welcome to visit on these days with no obligation to audition.
Auditions are incorporated into the first three rehearsals of each season.
General Information
Houston Choral Showcase has two performance seasons. The Fall season runs from mid-August to mid-December with an emphasis on winter holiday music. The Spring season starts in mid-January and ends in mid-June.
Rehearsals are held Monday evenings from 7-9:45pm at Zion Lutheran Church in The Heights, 3606 Beauchamp, Houston, TX 77009 (see a map and get driving directions on the Find Us page).
This mixed show choir performs four-part choral arrangements of songs in a variety of popular styles, including pop, jazz, swing, gospel and show tunes. Choreographed movement and staging are an integral part of performances, along with vibrant costumes and props.
In addition to producing one or two ticketed shows per season, Houston Choral Showcase is also hired to perform at private and public events. The group makes regular appearances at major public events such as the Nutcracker Market, holiday tree lighting ceremonies, and arts festivals.
Audition Information
Auditions take place at our regular rehearsal location, and are open to men and women age 21 and over. Voice parts include soprano, alto, tenor and bass.
The audition is divided into two phases. After signing in, candidates first meet as a group with the Director for an assessment of basic music ability (singing scales, participating in pitch-matching exercises, simple sight reading, etc.).
After that session, those invited to continue proceed to the general rehearsal. The entire group will start to work on new pieces, and the rehearsal will include both singing and choreography. At the end of the evening, membership candidates who wish to complete the audition will participate in a mixed quartet to sing music worked on that evening.
No prepared solos are needed for the audition. Membership candidates will be expected to show evidence that they can:
- sing accurately
- hold their part in a mixed group
- learn music quickly and correctly
- blend with the group
- learn basic dance steps
Audition results may be announced that evening or at a later date during the audition period. Those receiving an invitation to join may confirm their membership by paying membership dues of $80 and submitting a membership agreement form.
If you have any further questions about the Houston Choral Showcase audition process, you are invited to call the hotline at 281-346-0161 or email the Director.
Membership Costs
- Membership dues, paid at the beginning of each season: $80 (includes $35 membership, $5 for rehearsal CDs, and $40 to prepay for four show tickets)
- Formal costume payments, payable at time of order (payment plans are available): Women's costume $155+, depending on size, Men's costume approximately $125 (less if you already own tux pants, shirt and bow tie)
- Houston Choral Showcase polo-style shirt (applicable in Spring season only), payable at time of order (estimated cost $30)
- Members are also expected to provide shoes, socks, hose, black dress pants, earrings, and makeup. In the Fall season, members will supply "Christmas dressy" and "Christmas casual" oufits.
Once paid for, costumes become the property of the chorus member. The current formal costume will be used until at least December 2010.
Houston Choral Showcase • P.O. Box 980543 • Houston • TX • 77098 • 281-346-0161 • info@houstonchoralshowcase.org
