Orchestra of Southern Utah announces “Messiah” soloist auditions
By Tanisa Crosby
The Orchestra of Southern Utah will hold soloist auditions for the 2018 “Messiah” concert Sept. 27 at 6 p.m. in the grand lobby of the Heritage Center. The orchestra and chorale tradition in Cedar City performing this cherished work is a holiday event that is held dear among some in the community and amongst OSU and its members. To perform alongside the orchestra as a featured soloist in this renowned work is an opportunity not to be missed.
The orchestra will look for talented vocalists. Those soloists who would like to be considered should be prepared to sing one full aria or air from “Messiah” and 16 bars of other pieces they wish to be considered for. This will be a juried audition; a panel of judges will listen and adjudicate all those auditioning. A piano accompanist will be available to play for all those who are auditioning. No audition appointment is needed.
“Messiah” chorale rehearsals will begin Oct. 14 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the church located at 75 E. Center St. They will be held every Sunday, including Thanksgiving weekend. Soloists are expected to also sing with the chorale. The “Messiah” score that we use is the Novello version. Please invite new people to come participate.
More information on what pieces to prepare for the audition is available online. For questions about auditions, please contact Jackie Riddle-Jackson at jacksonja@suu.edu or the Southern Utah Chorale at soutchorale@gmail.com.
