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VOX HUMANA CHAMBER CHOIR is welcoming applicants for paid core section lead singers, as well as section singers of all voice types. 

PAID CORE SECTION LEADS 

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR 

For the 2025/26 season, Vox Humana is looking for strong Bass, Tenor, and Soprano singers, able to provide the core vocal leadership of an auditioned ensemble of talented singers performing to a high standard. Candidates are expected to: 

● have an innate musicality 

● have experience singing in a classical chamber choir, the ability to perform one-to-a-part, and 

familiarity with the styles and approaches used in classical choral singing 

● be good sight readers, or have excellent quick-study skills 

● commit to the rehearsal and concert schedule 

● be excited about new music and expanding the choral repertoire 

CONTRACT DUTIES 

● Attend all services as contracted, and perform all selected music in rehearsal and concert. 

● Be warmed up and ready to start all services on time. 

● Be thoroughly prepared for all rehearsals, including reviewing music ahead of time. 

● Respect and follow any policies of the choir including regarding performance expectations. 

PAYMENT AND COMMITMENT 

The appointment is for a period of up to two seasons (i.e., until the end of the 26/27 season), after which positions are subject to re-audition. 

Compensation is based on a rate of $30/hr. Typical commitment for a performance patch would be around six rehearsals, and one or two performances, for a total of about 16 hours. Vox usually prepares three or four main performances per season, one in early September with an intensive rehearsal schedule in the week or two preceding; one just before Christmas; and one or two in the Spring. Rehearsals are primarily Monday nights in downtown Victoria. Core singers are expected to be available for the main season concerts and rehearsals, and preference will be given to candidates who are able to make this commitment. 

Additionally, there may be the option of further contracted performances (e.g. for external organisations such as the Victoria Symphony) for which the core singers will have right of first refusal. 

AUDITIONS - Mondays September 15 and 22, 2025 (late afternoon and evening). 

How to apply: 

Send an email to admin@voxhumanachoir.ca or david@voxhumanachoir.ca, including information about your choral and vocal experience. 

Auditions will be approximately 20 minutes long, and include: 

● performance of a solo song of the candidate's own choosing 

● performance of a prepared excerpt of choral repertoire (provided) 

● sight reading 

● vocalising, for range, dynamics, vowels, etc 

● a short interview/chat

SECTION SINGERS 

We continue to invite prospective singers for the 2025-26 season to audition. 

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR 

We’re primarily seeking singers who are able to commit to the entire season, but there is sometimes a need for extras and substitute singers as well. All voice types are encouraged to enquire, though typically there is a greater need for altos, tenors, and basses. Vox usually prepares three or four main performances per season, one in early September with an intensive rehearsal schedule in the week or two preceding; one just before Christmas; and one or two in the Spring. There is also the possibility of further performances from time to time, e.g. with the Victoria Symphony. Rehearsals are primarily Monday nights in downtown Victoria, though this can vary according to the project, e.g. for dress rehearsals etc. 

Prospective singers should have: 

● a good sense of choral style and innate musicality 

● excellent music-reading skills 

● an interest in new music and expanding the choral repertoire 

AUDITIONS - ongoing 

How to apply: 

Send an email to admin@voxhumanachoir.ca or david@voxhumanachoir.ca including either a short musical resume or a summary of your vocal and choral experience and training. 

Auditions are held throughout the year as needed, and include: 

● sight reading and/or quick-study 

● Vocalising 

● a short chat/interview.