Chorus Information
 
Oakland City Chorus
John Reager, Director
Information last updated: 2015-07-24
Status:
Current
Basic Information
Description: | This is a volunteer, community chorus, open to the general public. A semi-chorus exists within the larger group for those with advanced reading and vocal skills. |
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Web Address: | http://www.oaklandcitychorus.org |
Year Estab: | 2013 |
Mission: | The Oakland City Chorus provides opportunity for members of our community to sing a rich mixture of choral masterpieces and world music with no dues or membership fees. OCC performs a wide variety of repertoire including: Classical Music, World Music, and Spirituals. We have sung in Farsi, Hebrew, Hindi, Latin, Luo, Mandarin, and many other languages. |
Emphasis: | Classical, World Music, and Spirituals. |
Size: | 60 or more |
Concerts/Year: | 2-4 |
Skills Required : | Singers must be able to sing fluently and on pitch in both high and low registers. Although desirable, the ability to sight-read is NOT required. Sing |
Auditions: | Yes, held at Laney College Music Department during the first two weeks of each semester. |
Dues: | Enrollment in a 1-unit Community College Course (see website) |
Dress: | All Black. (No gowns or tuxes) |
Rehearsals: | Tuesdays 6-9 PM or M/W 12-2 PM, Room G189, Laney College, 900 Fallon Street, Oakland (across from Lake Merritt BART) |
Categories
Type of Music: | Classical |
Type of Chorus: | Mixed Adult Academic |
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Rehearse City: | Oakland | ||
Region: | Alameda County West | ||
Audition Req'd: | Y |
Chorus Contact Information
Mailing Address: | Music Dept., Laney College, 900 Fallon St, Oakland, 94607 |
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Phone: | (none) |
Email: | jreager@peralta.edu |
Other Information
History: | Originally called the "Laney College Choir," the group has grown in size and ability. Recent concerts have included: Brahms' "Schicksalslied," Beethoven "Choral Fantasy," Bach "Magnificat," and the Poulenc "Gloria." While the emphasis has shifted to major choral works, we maintain a tradition of singing World Music and Spirituals as well. |
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Comments: | Laney College is a community college, a part of the Peralta Community College System." |