Choir Auditions: Fall 2026 Singer Openings | AfterGlow Chorus
Join Us for Our Holiday Season: "Ring Dem Bells"
AfterGlow Chorus is currently scheduling auditions on a rolling basis for our intensive Fall 2026 season, welcoming advanced vocalists from across the East Bay and the broader San Francisco Bay Area. We are seeking extraordinary, experienced choral singers (SATB) who want to perform in an elite musical environment defined by "High Intensity, High Excellence, and Deep Joy."
Rehearsals begin in late October, but audition slots are being filled now.
The AfterGlow Difference: Our core mission is an uncompromising commitment to extraordinary musical quality and deep choral artistry.
High-Level Artistry: AfterGlow gathers elite vocalists with advanced musicianship, allowing us to skip basic note-learning and focus entirely on high-level choral artistry from day one.
Built for Busy Musicians: Because sheet music is distributed weeks in advance for independent preparation, our unusual, highly condensed rehearsal schedule is the perfect fit for advanced, busy singers looking for an elite Oakland choir without a grueling, months-long time commitment.
Zero Singer Fees: To ensure our ensemble remains accessible to the highest tier of talent, AfterGlow is entirely tuition-free with zero singer dues.
The Singer Experience
“After years in a top-tier college choir, I forgot how much my soul needed the deep joy of an advanced group breathing and singing as one. AfterGlow brings back that incredible emotional high, but fits it into a focused schedule that respects a demanding professional life.” — AfterGlow Singer
🎄 A Unique Holiday Experience
This isn't your typical winter choral concert. Our upcoming program, "Ring Dem Bells," is built around AfterGlow's signature approach to the holidays: an exceptional, unexpected mix of music that spans classical masterworks, soaring gospel arrangements, traditional spirituals, and soul-stirring R&B. We create a festive experience that is as musically sophisticated as it is deeply joyful.
Fall 2026 Schedule & Commitment
Because our rehearsal cycles are highly condensed and fast-paced, all dates are mandatory for all selected singers. Please review the schedule below to ensure you can commit to the cycle before applying.
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Rehearsal & Concert Venue: St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Oakland (Lake Merritt neighborhood)
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8 Rehearsals on Mondays & Wednesdays (7:00 PM – 9:30 PM):
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Monday, October 26 (First Rehearsal)
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Wednesday, October 28
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Monday, November 2
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Wednesday, November 4
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Monday, November 9
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(Note: No rehearsal on Wednesday, Nov 11 for Veterans Day)
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Monday, November 16
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Wednesday, November 18
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(Note: No rehearsals Mon/Wed, Nov 23 & 25 for Thanksgiving Week)
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Monday, November 30
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Dress Rehearsal: Wednesday, December 2 (7:00 PM – 10:00 PM)
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Concert #1: Sunday, December 6 (1:30 PM Call Time | 4:00 PM Performance)
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Concert #2: Saturday, December 12 (5:30 PM Call Time | 8:00 PM Performance)
The Audition Process
Our audition process is straightforward and designed to evaluate your musical fit for our high-intensity model.
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Scheduling & Location: Auditions are being scheduled individually in Oakland on a rolling basis. Specific time and location details will be provided directly to you once your request is received.
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What to Expect: Your private placement will last roughly 10–15 minutes and includes:
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A short, prepared a cappella song of your choice (any genre).
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Brief vocalizing to check your range.
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A short sight-singing and ear-testing exercise.
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Ready to Audition?
Slots are limited and so don't wait. Click the link below to fill out our quick Google Form to request an audition.