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New women's a cappella group in New Jersey seeks members
We are Rest Stops Acapella, a post-graduate group for women in New Jersey (mostly North/Central). We’re looking to get fully started in 2026 and are accepting auditions now!
See the audition form at forms.gle/P9JJBDVKoLn5rDc58.
E-mail: njreststops@gmail.com. Web: unit.link/njreststops.Posted 12/8/2025. Expires 2/8/2026.
Western Wind Big Apple Workshop January 10
Registration is open! Please join other lovers of a cappella small ensemble singing for The Western Wind Ensemble’s upcoming Big Apple Workshop on Saturday, January 10, 2026 from 10 AM to 5:30 PM at The Brick Presbyterian Church, 1140 Park Avenue (at 91st Street.). Please note new venue!
Varied a cappella repertoire suited to your voice; expert, supportive coaching by members of The Western Wind Vocal Ensemble. Tuition: $125 through 1/2/26; $150 1/3-1/7/26. Deposit: $50 ($0 for scholarship applicants); 20% discount for first-time enrollees. Workshop veterans, bring a friend and share the discount! Bring your group at a reduced rate. Scholarships available. For more information and to register, visit www.westernwind.org/big-apple.
Posted 12/2/2025. Expires 1/10/2026.
Choir performances at the Empire State Building
The Empire State Building continues to offer performance opportunities for choirs. This will be a truly memorable experience for your clients. Here are a few specifics:
- Groups sizes limited to 60 singers
- Applications required with DVD/MP3/YouTube recording
- Music stand and electric piano will be provided
- Performances will take place every day from 10 AM to 9:30 PM, except for the two weeks surrounding Christmas
- Performance length: 30 minutes
- Audience: All tourists traveling to the top of the Empire State Building must pass by the performance area
- Performance/ticket required for all participants
Holiday concert slots are also available at 200 Park Avenue Atrium -- December 12/1-4 and 12/8-11, 2025.
Posted 11/17/2025. Expires 12/25/2025.
European choral adventures May-August 2026
Calling all adult community singers! Your European choral adventure begins here.
Join American Music Abroad’s Community Choir Tours and perform in breathtaking European venues alongside singers from across North America. No audition required — just a love of choral music and a spirit of adventure.
2026 Choral Tour Options
- Harmony Tour: May 28-June 7, 2026
Austria • Vienna • Florence • Milan/Cremona
Experience rich choral traditions, perform in historic spaces and explore the artistic heart of Italy. Interest form: bit.ly/HarmonyInterest. -
Independence Tour: July 24-August 4, 2026
Amsterdam • Brugge • Normandy • Paris
Sing in beautiful European settings, walk historic sites and conclude your journey in Paris. Interest form: tinyurl.com/AMAIndependenceTour.
- Inspiring choral performances abroad
- Connect with fellow adult singers
- Beautifully curated cultural and musical experiences
Posted 11/17/2025. Expires 3/17/2026.
Announcing Cerddorion's 2026 Emerging Composers Competition
Nurturing choral music as a living, evolving art is central to Cerddorion’s mission. Since our launch in 1995, we have commissioned more than two dozen works by living composers — including Lisa Bielawa, David Lang, Elliot Z. Levine, Paul Moravec, David Schober and David Stern.
To foster the continued creation and performance of new choral works, in 2013 we launched our annual Emerging Composers Competition. The contest draws an international applicant pool and has led to world premieres by 15 rising artists. The competition awards a $500 cash prize, archival live recording, and premiere concert performance by Cerddorion — this year, on May 3, 2026 in Manhattan.
The deadline for submissions is January 1, 2026, and the winner(s) will be notified by March 1, 2026. See the entry form at docs.google.com.
Posted 10/30/2025. Expires 1/1/2026.
Bass section leader--Church of the Epiphany, Gramercy
The Church of the Epiphany (Roman Catholic) in Gramercy is seeking a bass section leader to begin in October. Epiphany has a thriving choral program with a 30-voice volunteer choir, professional section leaders and a youth choir. The ideal candidate will be a strong sight-reader who is personable and supportive of volunteers. Reliability and punctuality are essential.
Choral season runs September through late May/June (depending on the liturgical year). Sunday 11 AM Mass (with 10 AM rehearsal)--$125 per Sunday. Additional pay for occasional rehearsals and concerts (at least two per year, including this year’s Duruflé Requiem with orchestra).
To apply, please e-mail Jack Coen, musicdirector@epiphanychurch.nyc, with a resumé and recordings. Auditions will be held Saturday afternoons in October. If you are unavailable Saturdays, please indicate your availability in the coming weeks.
Posted 10/10/2025. Expires 12/10/2025.