Children's CHorus
AUDITIONS
Please contact us at MSOTMichigan@gmail.com or (734) 656-8771
to set up an audition.
- Hail to the Veterans Concert with the Michigan Philharmonic (November 10, 2017)
- Amahl and the Night Visitors & Christmas Concert (December 1-3, 2017)
- Ice Queen Opera (January 13-14, 2018)
- Children's Chorus Opera, Operetta & Musical Theatre Scenes Performance (Spring 2018)
Age requirements:
Auditions are open to singers between the ages of 8 and 17 with unchanged voices.
Please bring the following to your audition:
Rehearsal location and schedule:
The Chorus will have some Tuesday/Thursday/Friday evening & Saturday/Sunday afternoon rehearsals. Prior to productions and performances additional rehearsals will be required.
We rehearse at the PARC 650 Church St. Suite 204 in Plymouth Michigan 48170.
2017-2018 Tuition
Audition Location:
Main Street Opera Theatre
Plymouth Arts and Recreation Complex
650 Church St. Suite 204
Plymouth, MI 48170
Auditions are open to singers between the ages of 8 and 17 with unchanged voices.
Please bring the following to your audition:
- A prepared song: Please come prepared to sing a song for us. Folk songs, hymns, or musical theatre songs are encouraged. We would be happy to hear Mary had a Little Lamb or The Star Spangled Banner. Pop music is not acceptable.
- Auditions are fun! Don’t worry, bring a positive attitude. At the audition we will ask you to tell us a little about yourself. We will then hear the song you prepared. We may work on a warm up to determine your range.
Rehearsal location and schedule:
The Chorus will have some Tuesday/Thursday/Friday evening & Saturday/Sunday afternoon rehearsals. Prior to productions and performances additional rehearsals will be required.
We rehearse at the PARC 650 Church St. Suite 204 in Plymouth Michigan 48170.
2017-2018 Tuition
- The 2017-2018 tuition for the Chorus will be $240.00 per child.
- In addition to tuition, chorus members must purchase their uniforms. Friends and family members may also choose to purchase tickets to attend performances.
- Scholarships: partial tuition scholarships are available based on talent and financial need. Forms will be available at auditions.
Audition Location:
Main Street Opera Theatre
Plymouth Arts and Recreation Complex
650 Church St. Suite 204
Plymouth, MI 48170
Staff
Lori Porter, Chorus Master
Lori holds a Bachelor's degree in Vocal Music Education from Eastern Michigan University and Masters Degree in Education from Marygrove College. Lori is a Detroit area native and has worked with many groups, including the Ford Motor Company Chorus, Schoolcraft College Choir, Plymouth Canton Educational Park Choirs and as an accompanist for numerous area performances and events. She has served as the Vocal Music Director for the Creative And Performing Arts Program for Livonia Public Schools, Churchill High School Choir, Holmes Middle School choir and Frost Middle School choir. Currently, she teaches Vocal Music and Music Theater at Emerson Middle School and is the organist at Hope Lutheran Church in Dearborn. Lori has directed over 35 full-length musicals and has served as music director for numerous musicals, revues and concerts.
Lori holds a Bachelor's degree in Vocal Music Education from Eastern Michigan University and Masters Degree in Education from Marygrove College. Lori is a Detroit area native and has worked with many groups, including the Ford Motor Company Chorus, Schoolcraft College Choir, Plymouth Canton Educational Park Choirs and as an accompanist for numerous area performances and events. She has served as the Vocal Music Director for the Creative And Performing Arts Program for Livonia Public Schools, Churchill High School Choir, Holmes Middle School choir and Frost Middle School choir. Currently, she teaches Vocal Music and Music Theater at Emerson Middle School and is the organist at Hope Lutheran Church in Dearborn. Lori has directed over 35 full-length musicals and has served as music director for numerous musicals, revues and concerts.
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