Auditions

Audition format and schedule

Chorale, Men's Chorus, Women's Chorus, Choral Union.

• Initial auditions are scheduled for Aug. 12-16, 2026.
• Each singer must sign up for a time to audition in person for Dr. LaBarr and Dr. Plisco.
• There may be up to three people signed up for each 15-minute time slot.
• If you are unavailable during the provided audition times, please contact Dr. Plisco to schedule an alternate audition time.
• For any other questions, contact Dr. LaBarr (CameronLaBarr@MissouriState.edu) or Dr. Plisco (ErinPlisco@MissouriState.edu).

When to audition

Each choir ensemble has a different audition window. Students wishing to be considered for Chorale must complete an audition before Aug. 16.

Community members wishing to audition for Choral Union may sign up to audition on Wednesday, Aug. 12 or contact Dr. Plisco to set up an alternate audition time.

 

Initial audition schedule

Ensemble	Audition window
Chorale	Aug. 13-15
Men's Chorus	Aug. 13-16
Women's Chorus	Aug. 12-16
Choral Union	Aug. 12-16

Sign up for your audition

Initial audition materials

Here's what to expect at your audition. All scores are linked below.

• Prepare 1-2 verses of a simple folk song or hymn to be sung unaccompanied.
  • For example: Shenandoah (.pdf), Amazing Grace (.pdf) or My Country, 'Tis of Thee (.pdf).
• Students will be asked to sight-read and vocalize, demonstrating range and vocal color.

Chorale Callbacks

Callback auditions will take place Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026.

• 4-6 p.m. — Callback audition for Chorale.
• 7 p.m. — Rosters posted for Chorale, Women's Chorus, Men's Chorus and Choral Union.

Chorale callback audition materials

Callback materials to be posted in Summer 2026.

Audition contacts