The University Choir meets every Tuesday in the Conrad Grebel University College (CGUC) Chapel from 7:00 to 10:00 pm beginning the second week of classes. This large choir of approximately 70 singers performs a variety of works from the past and present. A brief vocal interview is required. Acceptance into the University Choir is by interview and at the discretion of the director, Liska Jetchick. The University Choir is open to students from all Faculties, staff, and Faculty members.
1. Participant form
To participate in the University Choir you need to fill out the Participant Form every term. There is no LEARN for Ensembles, so this is a crucial step. If you have any further questions please email the Ensemble Coordinator, Angelica Allen.
2. Audition
New singers interested in participating in the choir are required to do a vocal hearing/audition, which will take place in the Chapel on May 9 and May 14 from 6 to 9:00pm. You will receive the link once you fill out the participant form.
- If you sang in the University Choir during the Fall 2023 or Winter 2024 term, please contact Liska Jetchick directly. Do not forget to fill out the participant form. You will get a separate vocal hearing.
- Returning students, please learn the following piece: tba
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If you have not sung in the University Choir previously, please learn this piece.
3. Quest
Register on Quest if you are taking the Ensemble for credit. Please note that MUSIC 416 and 417 have been added to the Ensemble Course list. Also note it is your responsibility to drop the course on Quest if you do not pass the audition or choose not to participate. An Ensemble credit is 0.25 units AND you can add this on a normal course load or ask your advisor for permission to override your course limit. Please note that students not taking Ensemble for credit will be charged a $30 fee, while non-students will pay a $60 fee.
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4. Course requirements
- In person rehearsal Tuesday nights from 7:00-9:30 most weeks. , May 21, 2024 will be the first rehearsal in Spring term.
- Read the information Sheet (Spring version coming soon)
- Participation in an end of term concert on Saturday, July 20 at 7:30pm, location tba
- Other singing opportunities may also be arranged.
New Award: The Helen Martens Choral Music Award
This award is open to students enrolled in one of the Music department choirs (e.g. Chamber, University or Chapel choirs)