Auditions

Singing City Choir holds auditions every August and by appointment throughout the season. The choir is made up of singers of all ages and from all walks of life. We love singing together and bringing our music out into the community.

Auditions are now complete for the 2024-25 season. If you would like to be put on the waiting list, complete the Auition Request Form (link below) and we will contact you for the next round in August 2025 for our 2025-26 season.

The Choir meets on Tuesday evenings from 7:20-9:50 p.m. at Friends Center, 1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA.  There are occasional Saturday "all-day" rehearsals, usually before a major performance. Regular attendance and promptness are vital. Participation in community outreach activities and all concerts is expected.

Auditions will be by appointment with our director. Complete the Audition Request Form and we will be in touch to schedule your audition. 

Audition Requirements: One solo work of choice that demonstrates your vocal range and best vocal sound  Our Music Director will accompany you; please provide a copy of your solo. The audition will also cover sight-reading, tonal memory, and vocal range exercises.

Please consider joining us if you

• Live within weekly traveling distance of Philadelphia (50 miles or less)
• Can sight-read music
• Have prior choral experience (please describe to us)
• Want to be part of a volunteer choir

 
Parking
Discounted parking is available on the east side of 15th Street, between Race & Cherry Street.  Take your parking ticket with you, and ask the Friends Center receptionist to stamp it for the validated parking rate of $18.00. Parking at the evening rate of $5 is available two blocks from Friends Center.

More information can be found in our Choir Handbook.

Concert Tours

Singing City has a long history of touring both at home and abroad. The photo above was taken in South Africa in 2016. The choir traveled to Mexico in 2019 and will travel to Minneapolis in May 2025 to commemorate the 5-year anniversary of the death of George Floyd with a special collaborative performance.  The video at right is from a concert in the Balkans in 2012.