Chorus Information
Piedmont Children's Choirs
Robert Geary, Artistic Director
Information last updated: 2011-07-08
Status:
Archived
Basic Information
| Description: | This is an East Bay, community, children's chorus, open to the general public by audition with members from 18 different cities and over 80 different schools. |
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| Web Address: | http://www.piedmontchoirs.org/ |
| Year Estab: | 1982 |
| Mission: | Quality music education and performance opportunities for children ages 4-18. |
| Emphasis: | 16th-20th century classical, contemporary classical, modern American, folk songs, etc. |
| Size: | Over 300 |
| Concerts/Year: | 6 self-produced concerts per year; 1-4 collaborations |
| Auditions: | Yes, held in Piedmont in September and January. The audition includes simple vocal and rhythmic drills and any song of choice in order to determine aptitude and placement. |
| Dues: | varies based on level: $295/semester - $6000/year for touring ensemble |
| Dress: | All groups have choir uniforms. |
| Rehearsals: | Weekday afternoons (day(s) determined by level), 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Locations all in Piedmont, e.g, Piedmont Community Church, Piedmont High School |
Categories
| Type of Music: | Classical Church/Sacred Contemporary Early Music Musicals/Theater Popular Christmas |
Type of Chorus: | Children's Boy's Girl's |
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| Rehearse City: | Piedmont | ||
| Region: | Alameda County West | ||
| Audition Req'd: | Y | ||
Chorus Contact Information
| Mailing Address: | 3629 Grand Avenue, Oakland CA 94610 |
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| Phone: | (510) 547-4441 |
| Fax: | 510-451-2947 |
| Email: | notes@piedmontchoirs.org |
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