St. Cecilia Chamber Choir is holding auditions for all voice parts as we begin preparing Brahms’ delightful “Liebeslieder Waltzes” (Love Song Waltzes). Published in 1870 and setting the poetry of Georg Friedrich Daumer, the charming waltzes were an immediate success for Brahms, who wrote them in homage to the popular “Waltz King,” Johann Strauss, Jr., as well as to his friend, Franz Schubert.

We're a dedicated and friendly group, eager to welcome new members, and we especially encourage gifted students to audition! Singers wishing to audition should have good vocal control, and sopranos and altos should be able to sing without vibrato.

The ability to read music is preferred, but those who cannot read may participate by spending extra time learning the music at home with the aid of provided practice materials.

The choir performs a variety of challenging repertoire under the direction of Linda Blanchard and accompanied by Sean Fleming, both of Damariscotta.  Rehearsals are Wednesday evenings at 6:30, at St. Andrew’s Church in Newcastle.

To schedule an audition, call Linda Blanchard at (207) 380-2768 or email audition@ceciliachoir.org

For more information about the choir, please visit our website at ceciliachoir.org