Who is eligible to audition?

LACC welcomes children ages 8-12 to audition for its nationally-recognized choral music education and performance program.

When and where do auditions take place?

During 07|08, auditions will take place on June 12, 13, and 14, 2008. Auditions take place in the music department of Pasadena Presbyterian Church, at the corner of Madison Avenue and Colorado Boulevard. Please park and enter from Madison Avenue and follow the signs to the audition rooms. Click here for detailed directions.

How do I schedule an audition ?

We will begin scheduling auditions in May. Please download a Prospective Chorister Information Form and return it to the chorus addresss. We will then contact you to set up an audition time. You may contact the Chorus at 626.793.4231 or info@lachildrenschorus.org to request a form.

Is there an audition fee?

Yes. The Chorus charges $50 for each audition to cover costs. Audition scholarships are need based and available upon request.

If I am accepted, how much will my tuition be?

For the 2007-2008 season, Preparatory Choir tuition is $875, Apprentice Choir tuition is $1,175, Intermediate Choir is $1,250, and Concert Choir is $1,450. Scholarships are available. Upon acceptance in the Chorus, you may request a Scholarship Application from the Chorus office at 626.793.4231.

What happens during the audition?

You will meet the conducting staff. Then, you will audition with several other children for about an hour. You will be asked to talk about your schooling and musical experience. You will listen to and be asked to repeat some rhythmic and musical phrases, sing some new music and answer a few written questions about music. While you are auditioning, your parents will attend a short meeting to become familiar with Los Angeles Children's Chorus, its goals as well as its expectations of choristers and their families.

How should I prepare?

No special preparation is necessary for the audition. It is suggested that you simply get a good night's rest the night before and not eat or drink any dairy products for several hours before your audition.

How will I learn whether or not I was accepted?

Within a few weeks, you will receive a letter notifying you of the results of your audition. Most choristers accepted into the Chorus will be admitted to become members of our two beginning divisions, Preparatory Choir or Apprentice Choir.

When will I rehearse?

Rehearsals for the first three divisions of the Chorus (Preparatory, Apprentice, and Intermediate Choirs) are held once a week, on a weekday in the late afternoon or early evening. Concert Choir rehearses early evenings on Sunday and Tuesday. Included in the rehearsal times are musicianship classes and one-on-one vocal coaching. All rehearsals take place at Pasadena Presbyterian Church (corner of Madison Avenue and Colorado Boulevard).