Auditions for choirs are done the weekend before the first day of classes in August. For students joining us second semester, please call Dr. Stroope at 405.744.6013 and schedule an audition. Of course, many of the singers in the groups are music majors and minors, but there are also many other majors represented from all over campus. One does not have to be a music major to participate in ANY ensemble. Every ensemble has a strong percentage of non-music majors in it. The choral experience at OSU is exciting, educational, fast-paced, positive and filled with lots of great music.

Concert Chorale is an auditioned mixed ensemble of approximately 46 singers. Comprised of majors from throughout the university community, it is the premier singing ensemble at Oklahoma State University. Chorale presents four main season concerts each year, does recordings, and hosts several guest conductors and composers each season. Composer Morten Lauridsen was a composer-in-residence this past year, as well as Dr. Jo-Michael Scheibe (University of Southern California) and overtone specialist, Stuart Hinds. Ola Gjeilo (composer) will be a featured composer for our concert in November of 2011, as well as a master class with Chanticleer.

AUDITION: Make an appointment with Dr. Stroope at zrandall.stroope@okstate.edu; prepare one short vocal work for the audition; brief sight reading check.

University Singers is the largest choir at OSU with 85 voices of music and non-music majors. This exciting group performs four season concerts, including the OSU President's Masterworks concert. This mixed ensemble stresses vocal technique, music reading, and fundamentals of artistry. This is a very enjoyable and supportive experience for young musicians!

NON-AUDITIONED GROUP: No permission necessary. Just sign up!

Chamber Choir is an auditioned group of 22 Singers that produces three season concerts a year, plus the ever popular Madrigal Dinner each Holiday. The group specializes in music of the Renaissance, as well as contemporary, cutting edge compositions from the finest living composers. This remarkable ensemble is open to both music and non-music majors. The international group, Chanticleer, did a clinic with Chamber Choir in November 2011.

AUDITION: Make an appointment with Dr. Stroope at zrandall.stroope@okstate.edu; prepare one short vocal work for the audition; brief sight reading check.

Statesmen is one of the most vibrant ensembles on campus, with an emphasis on music in a variety of styles, including classical, Broadway, male glee club, and every style in between. The group joins with Women's Chorus on some concerts each year, as well as performing on their own. In the late spring, Statesmen goes on a weekend tour out of town.

NON-AUDITIONED GROUP: No permission necessary. Just sign up, or email Matt Hill for further information: matt@singomaha.com

Women's Choir is a treble ensemble of about 45 singers that performs repertoire in many styles. Emphasis is on a fun, supportive atmosphere, music reading, building voices, and enjoying a wealth of treble literature. Women's Choir performs four season concerts a year.