Choral Ensembles
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Ensembles
- Concert Choir (MUSP 101) is an SATB ensemble of about 50 –80 singers. The Concert Choir gives students experience in singing the best choral literature and includes students from all areas of the University. The choir represents the Performing Arts Department through numerous concerts each year both on- and off-campus.
- Chamber Singers (MUSP 103) gives highly motivated students the opportunity to sing mostly a Cappella repertoire that spans several centuries. In this intimate ensemble experience, singers are given ownership in musical decisions. All members of Chamber Singers also sing in the Concert Choir (MUSP 101).
- University Chorale (MUSP 102) is open to any student on campus and no audition is required—all you have to do is register! University Chorale sings a variety of styles and takes place just once a week. If you want to give choir a try or fear you may not have the time for an auditioned ensemble, this is the group for you.
Opportunities
All of our ensembles are classes that count towards your general education requirements (goal areas 6 & 11). Our ensembles typically sing in two concerts per semester. Each fall, we host a Choral Invitational with high school singers joining us for a day of singing and an evening of choral music culminating in a festival chorus. We have a wonderful choral community here at Minnesota State University, Mankato and we would love for you to join us!
Time Commitment
None of our choral ensembles rehearse more than four hours a week. While choir does meet as much as many of your classes, it is a great opportunity to focus on creating something beautiful, building community, making friends, and truly striving for excellence.
Cost
There are no additional costs or course fees to participate in choir at Minnesota State Mankato. As a member of any choral ensemble each student is provided with all music, a performing folder, and performance attire. We also offer scholarship opportunities for students who participate in ensembles.
How to Join and More information
To join any of our ensembles, just register! If the registering for Concert Choir (MUSP 101) and Chamber Singers (MUSP 103), please be sure to sign up for a placement audition outside of Performing Arts 226 the first week of class.
For more information on our Choral Ensembles, contact Elisabeth Cherland, Director of Choral Activities.
