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THE CINCINNATI MAY FESTIVAL CHORUS ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR THE UPCOMING SEASON The Cincinnati May Festival Chorus will hold auditions throughout the month of July for the 2007-2008 May Festival season. This premier ensemble not only performs a series of five concerts during the May Festival but also functions as the chorus in residence for the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and the Cincinnati Pops. For additional information or to schedule an audition for membership in next season's May Festival Chorus, please call the May Festival Office at 513.744.3229.
Those auditioning will be expected to perform two vocal solos, one in English and one in a foreign language. Vocalization and sight reading are also required elements of the audition process.

The May Festival Chorus is a 150-member volunteer ensemble under the direction of Robert Porco. The May Festival was established in 1873 and is the oldest continuous choral festival in the Western Hemisphere. The May Festival Chorus has gained national and international recognition for performances in the annual May Festival, under the direction of James Conlon, and for frequent appearances with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.

Regular May Festival Chorus rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 -10:00 PM at Music Hall. In addition, there are some Saturday rehearsal requirements as well as evening rehearsals during concert weeks. A complete rehearsal and performance schedule is available upon request.