The Philadelphia Symphonic Choir is holding auditions in early April. All singers will be considered for future performances with The Philadelphia Orchestra. Positions are paid per performance run.
Audition dates and locations:
Saturday, April 1, 2023, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Rendell Room, Tier One
300 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Sunday, April 2, 2023, 12:00 PM-4:00 PM
The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Merck Classroom, Tier Two
300 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Sign up for an audition
Use the link above to sign up for an audition. Please do not contact the Orchestra directly.
Please come prepared with the following:
- A headshot and a resume.
- One piece of your choosing in English, excerpted no longer than two minutes.
- One piece of your choosing in either French, Italian, or German, excerpted no longer than two minutes.
Please note:
- You will be asked to sight read.
- If time allows, there will be a brief interview.
- An accompanist will be provided.
Prerequisites for auditioning include U.S. employment eligibility, previous choral experience, excellent sightreading ability, availability to meet the schedule, and a willingness to abide by all Philadelphia Orchestra Association policies. Please contact [email protected] with any questions.
2023 - 24 Performance Dates/Times including repertoire and rehearsals for the Choir are still undetermined and will be announced at a later date.
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Directions
Please enter through the front of the Kimmel Center, 300 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia 19102. Cross the plaza to the south side and use the stairs or elevator to access Tier One (Rendell Room) or Tier Two (Merck Classroom), depending on which day you are auditioning. If you need additional direction, please check at the Plaza Information Desk when you arrive for direction.
The Philadelphia Orchestra Association does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, or military service.