Sing with Us
All experienced singers are welcome to apply to join the Choir. You do not need to be a graduate of The University of Sydney or any other university to join the choir. There is no audition but there is a probationary period. You can join a free trial rehearsal to see if the choir is right for you. We offer various forms of support for choristers to improve their singing skills. More information on how to join can be found below.
Application Process
New applicants can attend rehearsals without an audition. There will be a probationary period while the Music Director assesses your voice.
You do not have to be a graduate of Sydney University to sing with us.
We also have a smaller Chamber Choir, which sings at certain occasions. The Music Director may require an audition to join this choir.
Rehearsals
Rehearsals are held at the Forest Lodge Primary School in Glebe from 7.30 –10pm every Monday, with rehearsals for different voice parts from 7–7.30pm. Some parking is available in the school grounds and street parking is also available. Entry to the school is via Foss Street. For some concerts,there is also a compulsory weekend workshop. Copies of the score are available for a small fee.
Performances
The Choir sings three concerts a year. Performances are accompanied by a professional chamber orchestra and soloists, Recent performances have included St John’s Passion, Brahms’ A German Reqiuem, Puccini’s Messa di Gloria, Beethoven’s Mass in C and Bowen’s An Australian War Requiem. The choir also joins other choirs for the annual ‘Christmas at Sydney Town Hall’, performing a program of readings and carols conceived by the Sydney City Organist Titus Grainger.
As the Choir is an affiliate of The University of Sydney, and in appreciation for the University’s support the Choir will waive the New Member Joining Fee for successful applicants
Membership
fees
Annual singing membership $500
Joining fee $30
Members'
Commitment
Anyone joining the choir or renewing their membership agrees to be bound by the choir’s policies
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Please contact the New Member Liaison Officer at newmembers@sugc.com.au if you have any further questions.