Auditions

Our program consists of seven choirs, each dedicated to providing a rich and rewarding education. If you are interested in scheduling an audition, please call the appropriate director listed below.

Auditions are generally held at Charles Wright Academy Middle School. Maps are mailed with audition appointments. For an easy-to-print page of audition information, click here.

If you have questions about auditions, please see "AUDITIONS: Frequently Asked Questions".

Music Makers 2: grade 2 in Fall, ’08

An entry level training program featuring singing, movement, and rhythm experiences.

Rehearsals: Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
Tuition $50.00 per month

Connie Schmidt, Director
253.582.4043

Music Makers 3: grades 3 in Fall, ’08

A second level training program featuring singing, movement, and rhythm experiences.

Rehearsals: Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
Tuition $50.00 per month

Concert Choir: grades 4-5 in Fall, ‘08

A training program designed for children which introduces fundamental music and vocal skills in preparation for the Chamber Choir program.

Rehearsals: Mondays, 4:00-5:15 pm
Tuition $65.00 per month

Keith Loftis, Director
253.566.6810

Chamber Choir: grades 6-9 in Fall, ’08

A program designed for singers with established basic music skills and a higher degree of vocal technique which is required for the more challenging literature performed by this choir. Ninth graders who are new to TYC or boys with unchanged voices may apply here or to the next level.

Rehearsals: Tuesdays, 4:00-5:15 pm
Tuition $75.00 per month

Judy Herrington, Director
253.588.1591

Young Women's Choir: grades 9-12 in Fall, ‘08

Members are selected for their advanced choral technique, commitment to extended rehearsals, additional performances, and more advanced literature.Young Women's Choir members also join with the Young Men’s Choir to become the Tacoma Youth Chorus Chorale performing SATB literature.

Rehearsals: Tuesdays, 5:45-7:45 pm
Tuition $95.00 per month

Judy Herrington, Director
253.588.1591

Young Men’s Choir: grade 9-12 in Fall, 08

Members are selected for their advanced choral technique, commitment to extended rehearsals, additional performances, and more advanced literature.Young Men's Choir members also join with the Young Women’s Choir to become the Tacoma Youth Chorus Chorale performing SATB literature.

Rehearsals: Tuesdays, 5:45-7:45 pm
Tuition: $95.00 per month

Kyle Haugen, Director
253.777.6876

Tacoma Youth Chorus Chorale : grade 9-12 in Fall, 07
(changed voice; can be in 8th grade)

Members of the Young Men's Choir and Young Women's Choir combine during their regular rehearsal times and for special rehearsals, as well, to prepare choral music for SATB literature.

Rehearsals: Tuesdays, 5:45-7:45 pm
Comprehensive Tuition: Included in tuition fees for Young Men's or Young Women's Choirs