Youth Chorus Auditions

Our next auditions will be in December/January.  Feel free to contact us now to be put on a waiting list!

Auditions are generally scheduled in May/June, August/September, January, and other times by appointment. Auditioned Choirs:

  • Treble Choir, ages 9-13 (West and Central Campus)
  • Concert Choir, ages 9-15 (Central Campus only)
  • Master Singers, ages 13-18 (Central Campus only)

The Da Capo (ages 5-8) and Lyric (ages 7-10) Choirs (at both of our campuses) require a "voice check" to place the singer in the correct musicianship class. While all are generally accepted, voice checks are scheduled as auditions.

Each auditionee is asked to prepare a short song to sing that shows off their voice and personality. (This song can be anything from a favorite hymn to a song from the radio!) The director will walk them through the rest of the audition process.

Our next round of auditions will be held in August/September. To schedule an audition/voice check, please call the FCS office at 703-642-3277 or shoot us an email.

All auditions for the Central Campus (Annandale) are held at the rehearsal location, Annandale United Methodist Church (6935 Columbia Pike Annandale, VA 22003).

Auditions for the West Campus (Herndon) are held in different locations as assigned.

Requirements for Auditions

Treble Choir (West and Central Campus), Concert Choir (Central Campus), Master Singers (Central Campus) 

The applicant must demonstrate the following:

  • Ability to match pitch, both accompanied and unaccompanied
  • Ability to sing independently without assistance from the keyboard
  • Ability to demonstrate tonal memory through the repetition of melodic patterns
  • Ability to demonstrate rhythmic aptitude including maintaining a steady beat and following tempo changes
  • Ability to read simple melodies from a staff
  • Ability to read simple melodies from hand signs
  • Ability to reflect correction and redirection when asked to do so
  • Ability to demonstrate motor skills including moving in rhythm and clapping (accommodations will be made for any prospective member with a physical disability)
  • Ability to attend rehearsals and performances regularly
  • Ability to listen, follow directions, and be a positive and productive member of the chorus

Da Capo Choir and Lyric Choir (West and Central Campus)

While these ensembles are open to all, prospective members will be evaluated on general musical, vocal, and motor skills to determine musical aptitude and placement with the proper choir.