The Vocal Arts Festival provides an opportunity for talented singers to interact with, perform for, and join their voices with peers from around the region. Participants will have the chance to learn and grow as both soloists and choral artists. The festival also includes the occasion to attend a vocal recital and perform in the culminating public concert.

Overview

Rehearse and perform with the Vocal Arts Festival Honor Choir, including a final performance in UWM’s Zelazo Center for the Performing Arts.
Work on a prepared solo with UWM voice faculty and guest artists in a masterclass or mini-lesson (accompanist provided).
Attend classes and interest sessions on topics related to vocal performance.
Attend performances of opera and musical theater scenes, choral music, and vocal solos given by UWM faculty and students.

Nominating Students

Teachers may nominate as many students as they wish by providing students with a link to the student application form. Once a student fills out the application, including nominating teacher’s email, the teacher will receive a link to verify the student’s information along with a few other fields.

The festival is limited to 120 students, so only the most qualified nominees will be selected for participation. Please nominate only accomplished singers who are strong musicians and will have a prepared classical solo to perform during the festival.

Applications are due October 30. Students and directors will be notified of acceptance by November 20.

Cost & Repertoire

$60 per accepted student. Cost includes all rehearsals, vocal sessions, voice masterclasses and lessons, performances, accompanists, parking, music (on loan), and three meals. Scholarships are available to students in. Lodging is not included.

The honor choir will perform four selections. Three will be mailed to accepted students in advance. Singers are asked to prepare their voice part on these pieces before arriving. A fourth choral piece will be distributed at the festival and learned during rehearsal.

Schedule of Events

Friday, January 26, 2024               

12:00pm: Check-in and seating  9:00       
12:30pm: Warm-ups and choral rehearsal            
2:15pm: Voice classes and interest sessions
3:30pm: Choral rehearsal             
5:00pm: Dinner at UWM Sandberg Café               
6:30pm: Choral rehearsal             
7:30pm: UWM Vocal Showcase Recital  
8:30pm: Reception
7:00pm: Final concert (with UWM Concert Chorale)

Saturday, January 27, 2024

9:00am: Warm-ups and choral rehearsal

10:30am: Masterclass #1
11:45am: Lunch (subs)
12:45pm: Choral rehearsal
2:00pm: Masterclass #2
3:30pm: Relaxation session
4:00pm: Choral rehearsal in performance hall
5:30pm: Catered dinner
7:00pm: Final concert (with UWM Concert Chorale)

Date: January 26-27, 2024

Time: Zelazo Center for the Performing Arts, Bader Hall - 2419 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53211

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