Choral Ensembles
Small A Cappella Ensembles
Contact
Justin Durham, Director of Choral Activities
(864) 656-4669
Clemson University Symphonic Band
November 23rd, 2009 at 8:00 pm - As the top auditioned group of wind and percussion musicians at Clemson University, the Symphonic Ba Learn More...
Clemson University Choral Ensembles
December 1st, 2009 at 8:00 pm - The Department of Performing Arts introduces its new choral director, Justin Durham, in a program of Learn More...
Clemson University Symphony Orchestra
December 3rd, 2009 at 8:00 pm - Popular orchestral hits fill this winter program, from the “Waltz” and “Polonaise” of Tchaikovsky’s Learn More...
The Spirit of Christmas
December 8th, 2009 at 8:00 pm - The Spirit of Christmas takes you on a magical journey to a winter wonderland of fun and festive che Learn More...
Tony DeSare, vocalist
January 14th, 2010 at 8:00 pm - Singer, pianist, and songwriter Tony DeSare has earned critical acclaim for his performances at the Learn More...
Choral Music At Clemson
Singing in a vocal ensemble provides students opportunities to enhance music skills, build vocal ability, enjoy wonderful performance opportunities, and make lifelong friendships. Clemson Choirs offers six different vocal ensembles, with performances ranging from masterworks for combined choirs and orchestra in the Brooks Center for the Performing Arts to intimate chamber music or exhilarating a cappella pop shows at multiple on- and off-campus venues.
- Clemson University Singers is an auditioned, mixed choir of approximately 36 voices, specializing in a cappella music representing all genres and styles of musical history.
- Women's Glee and Men's Glee are non-auditioned choirs that perform on-campus concerts singing selections separately as well as SATB works as a large, combined choir.
For singers wanting to go beyond the traditional choral experience, there are three small, auditioned, vocal ensembles, each comprised of 12-16 singers also enrolled in one of the traditional choirs listed above.
- Viva Voce is a mixed ensemble performing a wide array of choral music, including Madrigals, Spirituals, and 20th-century works.
- Tigeroar and TakeNote are our wildly popular a cappella groups singing arrangements of some of today's biggest hits.
FALL 2009 CHORAL AUDITION INFORMATION
Clemson University Singers, Men’s Glee, and Women’s Glee
CU Singers (MUSIC 370) is a small, auditioned, mixed choir of approximately 42 voices. Auditions will take place on Monday (8/17) and Tues. (8/18) from 1:00-4:30 p.m. and Wed. (8/19) by appointment in the office of the Director of Choral Activities (119 Brooks Center). The audition will consist of singing “America the Beautiful” and some short vocal exercises. Interested students should email Misty Soles to schedule a 10 min. audition time.
Men’s Glee (MUSIC 372) and Women’s Glee (MUSIC 371) are non-auditioned ensembles that simply require students to register for the appropriate course and attend the first rehearsal, Thursday, August 20 at 12:30 for Men’s Glee and 3:30 for Women’s Glee.
Viva Voce
Viva Voce (MUSIC 344) is an elite, mixed ensemble of approximately 16 students singing traditional literature from a wide array of genres, styles, and time periods. Membership is through audition and requires participation in Men’s Glee, Women’s Glee, or, preferably, CU Singers. Interested students should register for the course and attend the first rehearsal, Monday, August 24, at 4:00. They should also prepare a solo piece that will demonstrate musical maturity and healthy vocal production. Individual auditions will begin on Thursday and will continue through the end of the week.
Tigeroar and TakeNote
Tigeroar (male, MUSIC 341) and TakeNote (female, MUSIC 342) are small, a cappella ensembles comprised of approximately 16 students and focusing primarily on popular music. Membership is through audition and requires participation in Men’s Glee, Women’s Glee, or CU Singers. Initial auditions for TakeNote will be on Monday, August 24, beginning at 6:30 in 117 Brooks. For Tigeroar, auditions will be on Tuesday, August 25, beginning at 5:00 in 117 Brooks. For the initial audition, students should complete an application and prepare a brief solo passage from a familiar pop piece. The solo, to be sung a cappella, should demonstrate musicality, tone quality, and stage presence. Call-back auditions will follow. Applications will be available at the first rehearsals of CU Singers, Men’s Glee, and Women’s Glee.
Whether a seasoned singer or a choral newcomer, Clemson Choirs has a place for you.
