Sing With Us!
Thank you for your interest in singing with Vivace!
Our 2025 fall semester began on Monday, August 25. For specific information about our choir levels, please take a look at our ensemble descriptions.
Vivace’s process for new singers is multi-faceted. Singers can either:
- Attend an Open Rehearsal or Trial Class to test out our program, using the ensemble descriptions linked above as a guide. Register for an Open Rehearsal on our Events Page, or reach out to us to schedule a Trial Class.
- Participate in a 1:1 Placement Appointment to make sure that the singer is placed in the “Just Right” ensemble for their age and ability level. Placement Appointments are not required for singers ages 7 and under - students of this age should visit our Primo ensemble. For singers ages 8 and up, a recommendation for registration will be made after the Placement Appointment.
- This step in our process may be waived after an Open Rehearsal or Trial Class if the instructor feels that they are ready to join the ensemble after their visit.
Placement Appointments
All new singers age 8 and up are encouraged to participate in an in-person 1:1 placement with our Executive Artistic Director. Singers who are age 6 and 7 can enroll immediately in our Primo choir, and families should email us for information about registration. Vivace's placements are a relaxed and friendly way for the director to find the best fit for new singers in one of our chorus levels.
What happens at a placement appointment?
- Singers interested in our Training Choirs (age 8 through grade 5) will be asked to echo rhythm and melodic patterns and sing a simple song. Older singers may be asked to read music as well.
- Singers interested in our Performing Choirs (grade 6 and up) will be asked to sing a song of their choice and sight-read.
For any additional questions, or to schedule an appointment, please reach out to Executive Artistic Director, Kristina Nakagawa: artistic@vivaceyouthchorus.org; or to be notified about updates to our program, please click the button below.
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