Who sings?

Student musicians come from nearly every major in the college. We welcome:

• Experienced singers
• Enthusiastic amateurs
• First-time choral singers
• For more information, contact choirs@lakeforest.edu

The four choral ensembles at Lake Forest College provide a variety of experiences for student singers.

Read on for a summary of the choral ensembles available at Lake Forest College:

1. Concert Choir

The Lake Forest College Concert Choir (MUSC 106, .25 cr., meets TR 4-6pm) performs a variety of choral music, exploring classical, global, and popular repertoire for mixed chorus from the Renaissance through the 21st century. Concerts, both on and off campus, may include convention presentations, touring, and collaborations with other ensembles including the Lake Forest College Chamber Orchestra, other collegiate and community choruses, and a wide range of soloists. Membership in this ensemble is contingent upon a voice placement hearing, held at the beginning of the semester.

2. Women’s Chorus

The Lake Forest College Women’s Chorus (MUSC 105, .25 cr., meets MR 12-12:50pm) focuses on repertoire written exclusively for the female voice, from all genres and time periods. Performances often include collaborations with other ensembles. Membership in this ensemble is contingent upon a voice placement hearing, held at the beginning of the semester.

3. Men’s Chorus

The Lake Forest College Men’s Chorus (MUSC 104, .25 cr., meets TF 12-12:50pm) focuses on repertoire written exclusively for the male voice, from all genres and time periods. Performances often include collaborations with other ensembles. Membership in this ensemble is contingent upon a voice placement hearing, held at the beginning of the semester.

4. Chamber Singers

The Lake Forest College Chamber Singers (Co-requisite MUSC 104, 105, or 106, 0 cr., meets W 4-5:30pm) is a volunteer ensemble with membership drawn from the other three ensembles on campus. This ensemble focuses on special projects, such as Christmas caroling, African American spirituals, a cappella, and vocal jazz. Membership in this ensemble is contingent upon a voice placement hearing, held at the beginning of the semester.