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eNotes, June 16, 2010 
 
PRAIRIE VOICES ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR AND AUDITION DATES
 
Prairie Voices is very excited to welcome Nathan Poole to the position of Artistic Director!  Nathan has over 14 years of directing experience with various ensembles in Winnipeg. His fast paced, energetic style and commitment to dynamic choral music is a perfect fit with our ensemble, and we're all excited to see where this new chapter of PV will lead.

With the appointment of our new director, we are also able to confirm audition dates for our 2010/2011 season.  Auditions will be held Thursday, June 24 (7-10pm); Friday, June 25 (7-10pm); and Saturday, June 26 (10am-8pm) at First Presbyterian Church (61 Picardy Place).  Singers may request a 20-min audition slot on any one of these dates by emailing info@prairievoices.ca Auditionees will be required to bring the following:
  • 1 song of your choice (We really want to hear your voice and see your style/energy) of any style or range you chose.
  • 3 copies of music to your song selection (photocopies accepted)
  • Locus Iste bars 1-20. This sheet music is in public domain, and can be downloaded here as well as a midi recording here.
Be prepared to sing your voice part on the syllable “doo”. The other parts will be sung with you in a quartet. If you are unsure of you voice part, please chose the line that feels most comfortable for you to sing.
  • Be prepared for range tests, sight-singing tests, and sing back tests
  • A name and contact information for a musical reference (i.e. School music teacher, voice teacher, etc.)
  • An accompanist will be provided if you need for your song
We are looking for experienced, youthful, passionate individuals who love to sing. If you are interested in singing with our award-winning community choir, please join us for our auditions!  For more information, please visit www.prairievoices.ca.
 

Up Coming Concerts

Winnipeg Golden Chordsmen

Saturday, June 19, 2010 - 8:00 p.m.
Pantages Playhouse Theatre, 180 Market Avenue, Winnipeg MB
Sherrie Bredesen, conductor
Let it Be.......The 60's
4 part acapella harmony Lead, Tenor, Baritone and Bass
The sweetest music this side of heaven
$25 $20 $15 - call 204-668-6671 for details

THOSE GUYS

Thursday, , June 24th, 2010 - 7:00 p.m.
Park Theatre, 698 OsborneStreet, Winnipeg MB
That show with (those) guys
A cappella concert featuring 8 GUYS!
Variety of styles of music
Will also feature some guests
$10.00 in advance; $12.00 at the door - call: 204-999-1476
 



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