Avanti Chamber Singers
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: NIA1884 | Last Modified: 22 Jan 2021 | Last Full Update: 22 Jan 2021 |
| Contact Details | |
|---|---|
| Website | avantisingers.com |
| Social Media |   |
| Primary Contact | Rachel Rensink-Hoff, Artistic Director and Conductor; Email: rrensinkhoff@brocku.ca |
| Primary Executive | Tim Slade, President; Email: avantichoir@gmail.com |
| Site Details | |
| Areas Served | Niagara Region |
| Located In Community | St Catharines |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Queenston St and Eastchester Ave |
| Mailing Address | c/o Dr. Rachel Rensink-Hoff Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts 15 Artists' Common St St. Catharines, ON L2R 4H5 |
| Service and Access Details | |
| Description (Service) | A community-based SATB chamber choir based in Niagara. Dedicated to presenting intimate choral performances in genres ranging from the Renaissance to present-day, with an emphasis on the works of living composers. Concerts typically feature an eclectic range of old and new musical styles, from small-scale compositions to extended choral works. Offers three concerts each season as Ensemble-in-Residence at Brock University with additional performances in collaboration with area ensembles and festivals. |
| Hours | Rehearsals Tue 7:30 pm |
| Dates | Concert Season - Sep-Apr |
| Eligibility | Ages: 18 year(s) and up Choral experience, a secure singing voice, and music reading ability are required. |
| Application | Auditions are available year round but are typically scheduled in early fall, early winter and late spring. Potential choristers will meet with the conductor to assess vocal range, undergo a range of vocal exercises and a music reading test. Contact the choir via rrensinkhoff@brocku.ca. |
| Languages | English ; Communications in English. Performance of choral works in other languages. |
| Fees | Membership - $175/year *$100 students |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Other Details | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 2006 |
| Funding | Fees - Membership ; Concert Revenue |
| Service Categories | Music Groups |
| Events | Avanti concerts are normally presented as part of the "Viva Voce" Choral Series sponsored by Brock University's Department of Music. For concerts and ticket information on the entire series, please see website. |