2014 Re-Audition Times and Dates

The following are the times and dates for re-auditions in 2014.  Just as a reminder, every singer is required to audition every two years.  Registration for time slots will start beginning February 1st at which time repertoire and audition requirements will also be updated.

Monday, March 31, 2014 5 - 9pm
Thursday, April 3, 2014 5 - 9pm
Friday, April 4, 2014 5 - 8pm
Saturday, April 12, 2014 12 - 4:30pm

Brahms Requiem Marked Score

Due to the many requests we've had for a prior look at the Brahms score, please see the link below.   This is a marked score version by David Hayes, so all written edits can be trusted.

https://docs.google.com/a/philadelphiasingers.org/file/d/0ByUjrTjd6lMHME5MMWgwX3NkT1E/edit?usp=sharing

"Meet the Singers" Profiles

One of our favorite parts about the new TPS website is our "Meet The Singers" portion.  Displaying profiles of different singers every month is a great way to get our audience connected with our talented artists.

Interested in being featured? Answer the following questions below and send them to megan@philadelphiasingers.org.  Please include a headshot if possible.

Thanks for your help and we look forward to seeing you on our website!

How long have you been with the singers?

What do you enjoy the most about being a part of TPS?

What have been some of our favorite performances with the Philadelphia Singers?

Are you involved with any other arts or cultural organizations?

You're Invited: Season Opening Picnic!

You're invited to the Season Opening Picnic Please join us for an afternoon of snacks, wine, and desserts, to celebrate the start of another exciting season with The Philadelphia Singers.  RSVP  When SUNDAY October, 13thFrom 3:00pm - 5:30pm Who Singers Board, Staff, and Vocalists, Past and Present Guests and Children are also welcome. What A potluck celebration for Singers and their friendsand family to enjoy before the start of the season!  Wine and beverages will be provided, please see below for food requests. Where The Home of Jim and Doralene Davis 1680 BEAVER HOLLOW ROADNorristown, PA 19403 Please RSVP attendance to megan@philadelphiasingers.org

BRING YOUR FAVORITE DISH! Though wine and beverages are being provided, food will be provided potluck style, so please consider bringing a dish for the group.  We're looking for appetizers, desserts, and a few entrees.   Thinking about bringing something?  Please let us know what type of food you can bring in your RSVP e-mail to megan@philadelphiasingers.org.  Thanks! Forward this email STAY CONNECTED

Solo Auditions for Brahms Requiem!

Attention Singers:  TPS is holding auditions for the soprano and baritone solos in the Brahms Requiem concert.  Auditions will be held on September 28th, from 2-4pm at Curtis.  If interested, please e-mail megan@philadellphiasingers.org.

As this is a benefit concert for TPS, these solos will be done purely on a volunteer basis.  All singers in the Core and Expanded Core are welcome to audition.

First Round Contracting

All first round contracts and concert offers have now been extended.  Once we review our personnel needs and rehearsal conflicts, we will send out second round concert and contract offers.

Please be advised that there has been NO contracting conducted yet for Carmina Burana with the PA Ballet in March.  Once our personnel needs are solidified, we will be contacting singers at the beginning of September.

Thank you for your patience and we look forward to seeing everyone in the Fall!

Welcome Picnic

TPS is very pleased to announce that our 2013-2014 season opening Welcome Picnic is scheduled for Sunday, October 13th, in the afternoon.  Details will follow soon in an e-mail invitation, but please save the date.  This picnic is open to all singers, staff members, board members and guests.  While wine and drinks are provided, food will be brought potluck style.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Wolfgang Sawallisch (1923-2013)

It is with deep sadness that the musicians of The Philadelphia Singers have learned of the loss of Wolfgang Sawallisch.  Maestro Sawallisch was a deep and abiding musical inspiration to the members of the chorus.  From our first encounter with him, singing Beethoven's Ninth Symphony at his inaugural concerts as Music Director of The Philadelphia Orchestra to our final encounter, singing the very same work at his final concerts as Music Director, The Philadelphia Singers Chorale grew musically and reaped the benefits of his artistic leadership.  Our many performances with Maestro Sawallisch over the years will remain as cherished memories in the hearts of our musicians.  We extend our deepest sympathies to our colleagues at The Philadelphia Orchestra and share their sorrow at Maestro Sawallisch's passing.  His musical spirit will always be with us.

http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/artswatch/Wolfgang-Sawallisch-1923-2013.html

Carmina Seating Chart - Verizon Hall

Please click on the link below to access the seating chart.  There will be paper copies of this chart at rehearsal today.  Jonathan asks to keep in mind the following:

   1) It's going to be a tight fit! We have to use every seat number, so it's one seat per person. We'll spread out when we can, and it's ok for the people on the ends to spill into the aisles a little bit to make more room.

   2) Next to the sopranos (on the bottom of the chart), the extra seats are for the boychoir. They're going to cram in there, and we'll have to see how it fits.

   3) If someone isn't at a rehearsal or performance, fill in the empty space to make more room.

   4) Today, we will find out about standing and sitting cues. 

 

https://docs.google.com/file/d/1vULFBCNkiCmIGmkfzetvOl3u6JItufvcHlt7LDVHrSN9Ocu6BiEtkl0cikaq/edit?usp=sharing

Funny Carmina Lyrics

I'm sure that everyone else has seen this before, but it's a first for me.  Enjoy!

http://carmina.ytmnd.com/

David Hayes' Retirement

Tonight, at a Philadelphia Singers Chorale rehearsal for Carmina Burana, David Hayes announced his intention to retire at the end of the 2014-2015 season.  For a multitude of reasons, this will be a sad departure; our singers will certainly miss David's musical skill and his warm and easy manner.  However, it is also an exciting time for our chorus as we embark on a search for our first new artistic director in 22 years.

Please use the comment section below to share your memories of David and your excitement or concerns about moving forward.  TPS looks forward to making our singers a part of this process and we welcome all of your feedback and the discourse that will occur over the next few years.

REHEARSAL CANCELLED 2/10!

In light of the choir's excellent rehearsal so far, Jonathan has decided to CANCEL TPSC#3 REHEARSAL FOR TOMORROW, SUNDAY FEBRUARY 10TH.  This message will also be sent via e-mail.  If there is anyone that you are familiar with in the choir that does NOT check their e-mail or this message board on a regular basis, please give them a courtesy call.

 

Thanks for the assistance and we will see you on Monday, February 11th at 7pm.

Rehearsal 2/9

Saturday's TPSC#3 Carmina Burana rehearsal takes place from 2pm-4:30pm.  At this moment, we do not anticipate the need to cancel rehearsal due to weather related conditions.  It  seems as if the snow will taper off in time to get the roads clear before Saturday afternoon.  If anything changes, we will update this message board immediately.  In the meantime, I hope everyone stays warm and safe!

2013 Re-Auditions

Singers, don't forget to schedule your 2013 re-auditions if you haven't already done so!  Please send an e-mail with your preferred dates and times to auditions@philadelphiasingers.org.   Our re-auditions dates and times are as follows:

• Wed., 13 March 6:30p-9:30p
• Fri., 15 March 5:00p-9:00p
• Sat., 16 March 12:00p-4:00p
• Thu., 21 March 5:00p-9:00p

 Please visit our auditions page for more info on auditions requirements and dates.  Thanks so much and we look forward to hearing you!

Rossini's Petite messe solennelle

Check out this great article by David Patrick Stearns at the Philadelphia Inquirer about the two Rossini perofrmances:

http://www.philly.com/philly/entertainment/190117121.html

Carmina Burana Seating and Divisi Charts

Singers should look on the divisi chart first to find out exactly what parts they're singing -- it's alphabetical by voice part, so it should be easy to look up. Divisis include "T, M, or B" which stands for Top, Middle, or Bottom when the men or women are divided into 3 parts. For the men only, there's an "a, b, or c" which is for when the tenors or basses divide into 3 parts. Finally, the #20 column refers to Chorus #20, which is a double chorus: a "1" means they're in chorus 1, and a "2" means chorus 2.

Divisi Chart:
https://docs.google.com/a/philadelphiasingers.org/file/d/0ByUjrTjd6lMHekM5d1Bici1TMEU/edit

Seating Chart:
https://docs.google.com/a/philadelphiasingers.org/file/d/0ByUjrTjd6lMHWEVNclk2N2lRdTg/edit

Rafael Fruhbeck de Burgos

Check out this interview with our upcoming conductor about Carmina Burana!

Umbrian Serenades - Tenors and Basses Needed!

Umbrian Serenades Choral Festival in Spoleto , Italy, 2013

Thursday, July 25 - Tuesday, August 6, 2013

UMBRIAN SERENADES is a unique CHORAL and CULTURAL program that brings together passionate singers, amateurs and professionals alike, who seek opportunities to perform exquisite a cappella repertoire spanning from the 16th to the 21st centuries, under JOSEPH FLUMMERFELT, Musical America's 2004 Conductor of the Year, in art-filled venues throughout the breathtaking region of UMBRIA. These "Serenaders" and their travel companions also "taste" and "savor" what the GREEN HEART OF ITALY offers culturally, be it art, history, olive oil, local foods and wines.

www.umbrianserenades.com for photos, video, application and full description.

Pricing

SINGING participants:

Double Occupancy: $3900 Single Occupancy: $4400 ($500 single supplement included)

NON-SINGING participants:

Double Occupancy: $2900 Single Occupancy: $3400 ($500 single supplement included)

TPSC#3 Schedule

Carmina Burana Rehearsal and Performance Schedule:
Sat, 2/2/2013

Rehearsal - Men - First Rehearsal- Men - 11:00:00 AM to 1:00:00 PM

Friends Center - Race
Tues, 2/5/2013

Rehearsal - First Full Rehearsal - 7:00:00 PM to 9:30:00 PM

Friends Center - Race
Sat, 2/9/2013

Rehearsal - 2:00:00 PM to 4:30:00 PM

Friends Center - Race
Sun, 2/10/2013

Rehearsal - 7:00:00 PM to 9:30:00 PM

Friends Center - Race
Mon, 2/11/2013

Rehearsal - 7:00:00 PM to 9:30:00 PM

Friends Center - Race
Tues, 2/12/2013

Piano/Conductor - 7:00:00 PM to 9:30:00 PM

Kimmel Center - Rendell
Wed, 2/13/2013

PO Working - 2:00:00 PM to 4:00:00 PM

Verizon Hall
Thurs, 2/14/2013

Dress Rehearsal - Dress Rehearsal - 10:30:00 AM to 1:00:00 PM

Verizon Hall

Warm Up - 7:00:00 PM to 7:30:00 PM

Verizon Hall

Performance - 8:00:00 PM

Verizon Hall
Fri, 2/15/2013

Warm Up - 1:00:00 PM to 1:30:00 PM

Verizon Hall

Performance - 2:00:00 PM

Verizon Hall
Sat, 2/16/2013

Warm Up - 7:00:00 PM to 7:30:00 PM

Verizon Hall

Performance - 8:00:00 PM

Verizon Hall