Join ProMusica Arizona Chorale & Orchestra!
Are you a talented and dedicated musician looking for an inspiring and dynamic ensemble? ProMusica Arizona is calling for auditions! To schedule your audition, complete the Orchestra or Chorale form below and we will contact you.
Why ProMusica Arizona?
Celebrating over 20 years of performances, ProMusica Arizona Chorale & Orchestra offers a rich and diverse repertoire, from classical masterpieces to popular favorites and concert versions of musicals. Our performances are enhanced with visual elements, creating a truly immersive concert experience. Our multi-generational Chorale and Orchestra feature a mix of talented volunteer community members and professional musicians joining as needed. Additional solo opportunities and roles are available through auditions.
Leadership and Mentorship
Our Artistic Director and Principal Conductor, Patti Graetz, brings over 30 years of conducting and performance experience. Under her expert guidance, our volunteer musicians receive professional mentorship in a supportive yet challenging environment, performing alongside seasoned professionals throughout the season.
Audition for the Chorale
We welcome all voice types! Vocalists should be proficient in reading music and have choral experience. Auditions involve a few vocal exercises to assess your range, followed by one verse of “America, the Beautiful.” The process takes no more than five minutes, so please arrive early to warm up.
What We’re Listening For:
Tone Quality
Diction
Breath Control
Pitch Accuracy
The standard key is B-flat for altos and basses, and D for sopranos and tenors. You’ll sing the melody a cappella, and then your part with piano accompaniment if you are an alto, tenor, or bass. Sheet Music is available for free via https://songsandhymns.org/pdf/sheet_music/america-the-beautiful.pdf
Audition for the Orchestra
We invite instrumentalists with intermediate to advanced skills to audition. Prepare a two-minute piece and be ready to play selected scales and standard orchestral excerpts.
Scales Requirements:
Violin/Viola: Selected three-octave major and minor scales
Cello: Selected three or four-octave major and minor scales
Bass: Selected two-octave scales
Flute/Oboe/Clarinet: Selected two-octave scales
Bassoon: B-flat and E-flat major, two octaves
French Horn: Selected two-octave scales of your choosing
Other Brass Instruments: Please inquire
Rehearsal Schedule
Chorale: Mondays, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Orchestra: Tuesdays, 7:15 – 9:00 pm
Location: All Saints Lutheran Church, 15649 N. 7th St., Phoenix, AZ 85022
Membership Dues
As a community volunteer organization, ProMusica Arizona covers 70-75% of our expenses through ticket sales and donations. Members contribute dues to cover the remaining costs, including music, directors, rehearsal space, and accompanists. For the current season, dues are $195, payable in two installments or via special arrangements if needed. Scholarships are available. Members are also responsible for their concert attire.
Ready to Audition?
Don’t miss this chance to join a vibrant community of musicians and perform in memorable concerts. For an audition appointment, reach out to Patti Graetz at [email protected] or complete the Orchestra or Chorale form below!
Unleash your musical potential with ProMusica Arizona Chorale & Orchestra!
