Chorus Members
The chorus, especially, has become in recent years one of the gems of Phoenix's cultural scene. It is a great chorus.
Richard Nilsen, Arizona Republic
About the Chorus
The all volunteer Phoenix Symphony Chorus is led by Chorus Master Dr. Gregory Gentry with the assistance of Charissa Chiaravalloti. Founded in 2001, the Chorus celebrates its 11th anniversary this season, and serves as a professional-level performing partner for Arizona's only full-time orchestra. The Chorus is comprised of over 100 volunteers and is governed by its own members in partnership with the Chorus Master and Symphony staff. Chorus members collectively donate more than 12,000 hours of service to music and the Symphony each year.
The Staff
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| Gregory R. Gentry Chorus Master | Charissa Chiaravalloti Asst. Chorus Mstr. |
Auditions
Audition Dates
The Phoenix Symphony Chorus is pleased to announce auditions for experienced singers to perform with the Chorus during the 2011-2012 season. Auditions will occur on Wednesday, January 18th beginning at 7:30 p.m. This will be the last opportunity to audition for the 2011-2012 season.
Audition Requirements: Singers over the age of 18 having familiarity with musical notation are invited to audition. Singers will be asked to perform a prepared solo (art song, folk song, hymn, or aria - no pop or Broadway songs, please), and demonstrate sight reading ability, followed by a brief interview with the Chorus Master.
How To Register: For more information or to request an audition time, please email tpsc06@gmail.com, or visit our website at tpsc.us.
What to Expect: Auditions will each take approximately 15 minutes and consist of five parts: two or three minutes of a prepared piece, preferably an art song, folk song, or aria (no pop or Broadway songs and please note that you may not be asked to sing the whole piece), and sight-singing, followed by a brief interview with the Chorus master.
What to Bring: Three (3) copies of your prepared piece (one is for you – memorization is not required); pencil; enthusiasm to sing with a group of dedicated choristers from the “best seat in the house” with The Phoenix Symphony.
