Choirs and Opera Theatre
The choral program at Delta State University features two large ensembles and a chamber choir, offering a variety of singing opportunities for both music majors and non-majors that cultivate vocal skills and performance. The choirs sing a wide range of repertoire from various styles and time periods. In the last few years, the DSU choirs have performed in several notable national and international venues, including Carnegie Hall in New York, Washington National Cathedral, and a ten-day tour of England with performances at York Minster, Christ Church Cathedral in Oxford, and St. Bride's Church in London. They have recently recorded new compositions by Austin Lovelace and David N. Childs for Hinshaw Music and Santa Barbara Music Publishing. Since 2004, the choirs have released four compact disc recordings. Click here for Information on DSU Choral CDsCHAMBER SINGERS is a highly select choir of 18 voices dedicated to the highest standards of preparation and performance. They perform several times throughout the school year, both on campus and around the region. Membership is by audition.
Pictured above: DSU Chamber Singers CHORALE is the premier large choral ensemble at DSU. This 40-45 voice choir presents several major concerts throughout the year and goes on an annual spring tour. In April 2007, the Chorale performed at the ACDA / MMEA state convention in Jackson. In March 2008, they traveled to Washington, DC to sing by invitation at Washington National Cathedral. Membership is by audition.
Pictured above: DSU Chorale DELTA SINGERS is open to all singers. They perform one major concert each semester. This choir introduces singers to a wide range of repertoire, placing emphasis on developing ensemble performance skills and increasing musical understanding.
Pictured above: Delta Singers OPERA THEATRE
Stage and opera experiences can be found in the OPERA THEATRE. The Opera Theatre stages scenes and works each semester in the Bologna Performing Arts Center. Click here to request additional information about music scholarships |
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