Audition Information

Vocal Essence of the Southern Tier (VEST) invites experienced adult singers to audition for our new semi-professional chorus, designed as a series of weekend intensives of high-level artistry, collaboration, and performance.

Repertoire: Diverse, challenging, and genre-spanning (classical, folk, gospel, jazz, contemporary).

Design: Built for singers with significant ensemble experience who are too busy for a weekly commitment. Singers prepare independently with materials provided in advance, then come together for intensive rehearsals and performance.

All auditions are completed digitally through Choir Genius.

Register on Chorus Connection to access audition materials.

Submit recordings as directed from registration information.

Aural literacy (melodic and rhythmic echo exercises)

Range & voicing (guided vocalises)

Prepared excerpt (from VEST’s repertoire, provided in advance)

Evaluation Criteria

Singers will be evaluated on:

• Musicianship accuracy (notation + aural)

• Tone quality and vocal health

• Range and flexibility (section placement)

• Musical artistry and expressivity

• Preparedness and professionalism

• Balance of the ensemble is also considered as it relates to voicing.