Music

St. Cloud State Concert Choir in the Department of Music

Concert Choir

Concert Choir is the University's large choral ensemble, committed to the exploration and performance of the finest choral repertoire from the 15th century to the present. This is a non-auditioned ensemble open to all students on campus. All members of the choir recognize the important role of the arts in their personal and professional development.

Entrance Requirements

  • Although this is not an auditioned ensemble, a voice placement hearing is required for entrance. One does not need to major in music to participate in concert choir. Simply register for MUSP 162 and follow the instructions for Choir Audition/Placement Hearing below.
Choir Auditions/Placement Hearings Fall 2024
To register for a Choir Placement Hearing follow these steps:
  • Sign up for a Choir Placement Hearing Time
  • Fill out the Student Information Form
  • Come to the Choir Room in the Performing Arts Center (PA 127) at your assigned time.
It's recommended you register for a choral ensemble prior to your audition.

What is a Choir Placement Hearing?

  • Most importantly, it is a chance for the choir faculty to meet you!  We also will determine into which section (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) to place you.
  • You can expect your placement hearing to include the following:
    • a quick voice range check
    • a short piece of music, such as "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" or "Happy Birthday"
    • a few listening and pitch matching exercises 
    • a simple sight-reading exercise

Ensemble highlights

  • Concert Choir participates in the Big Sing Festival, an annual event hosted by St. Cloud State's Music Department.
  • Our music groups have performed in global venues, including the Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Great Britain, Russia, Mexico, and the People's Republic of China.
  • Music ensembles have been recognized by invitations to perform for the American Choral Directors Association, the College Band Directors National Association, the Music Educators National Conference and in New York City's prestigious Carnegie Hall.
  • Music ensembles tour the state and region every year.
  • The choir has performed at Orchestra Hall in Minneapolis, O'Shaughnesy Auditorium in St. Paul, and at Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall in New York City.

Class credit

Concert Choir meets from 3:30-4:45 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

This ensemble can be taken for course credit, MUSP 162/362; counts in LEP Goal Area 6; and is repeatable for credit.