Prior to your audition, please complete the Audition Application below and email a current resume to music@strosecincinnati.org.
For the audition, you should prepare:
Two solo vocal works in contrasting styles and languages, one of which should be an aria from the Baroque repertoire. An accompanist will be provided for you; however, you are welcome to use your own, if you prefer. Please inform the music director of your selections prior to the audition.
Virga Jesse floruit by Anton Bruckner; prepare and sing the part for which you are auditioning, demonstrating appropriate style, phrasing, expression, etc. Click here for an electronic copy of the score. A hard copy will be provided at the audition.
Other components of the audition will include:
Vocalizing for range and tone quality
Assessment of aural skills
Sight singing