2025/26 Chorus Auditions 

The Nashville Symphony Chorus is holding auditions for new singers in all voice types from August 7-9, 2025, at the Blair School of Music at Vanderbilt University. This all-volunteer chorus is the vocal arm of the Nashville Symphony Orchestra and performs alongside the orchestra in a variety of masterworks and concert events. A high level of proficiency in singing and weekly attendance at rehearsals (Mondays, 7 - 9:30 PM) are expected of all members.

1. One prepared solo piece (preferably classical or contemporary art song, but any piece sung in a classical style can be considered) that you will bring two copies of to the audition. This should be a selection that represents your voice in the best possible way.
2. Vocalization demonstrating your usable vocal range. A pianist will be provided.
3. Sight-reading an exercise or two of moderate difficulty.
4. Taking a short musicianship quiz that demonstrates your understanding of reading choral music.

In the 2025/26 season, the Nashville Symphony Chorus will be featured in numerous performances, including Verdi’s Requiem, Handel’s Messiah, Holst's The Planets, a world-premiere recording of Jonathan Leshnoff’s Sacrifice of Isaac, and a recording of Carol Barnett’s Bluegrass Mass, among others.

The audition sign-up is live and can be accessed by clicking the button below.

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CURRENT MEMBER AUDITION POLICY

Current members must re-audition every two years. Re-auditions are necessary to keep pace with the ever-increasing standards of the Nashville Symphony, which is quickly gaining national and international recognition.

REHEARSALS

The Nashville Symphony Chorus holds weekly Monday night rehearsals, from 7 to 9:15 p.m. August through June. Additional rehearsals may be scheduled depending on that season's concert schedule. Dress rehearsals are typically held at the venue where each concert will be performed.