Frequently Asked Questions
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- Is the choir auditioned?
Yes. – See our Membership page.
- How often does the choir rehearse?
The Oriana Chorale meets every Thursday night, 7:30-9:30pm, at Wesley Music Centre.
- Is rehearsal attendance compulsory?
Yes, although we do accommodate members’ other commitments be they professional or private. However, as a rehearsal schedule is made available well in advance of concerts, we require that members be able to commit to at least 80% of all rehearsals in order to participate in a concert.
- Does it cost anything to be a member of The Oriana Chorale?
Yes. As with all non-profit organisations, we do ask that members contribute to the upkeep of the choir. Individual circumstances are taken into consideration but, as a general rule, we ask that all members contribute $250 per annum.
- What about music for performance?
All music is provided free for members; however, in some cases scores are also available for purchase.
- Do I need to be able to read music to be a member of The Oriana Chorale?
Yes. The choir performs to a high standard and so it is expected that members are able to read music and sing at sight. This enables us to spend more time working on interpretation and detail during rehearsal, rather than simply note-bashing.
