As of the the beginning of the 2022-23 season, proof of vaccine will not be required and masks will be optional.  Chorus members may choose to wear them during rehearsal and during performance. If guidance from North Central College changes during the season, we will adjust accordingly.

Chorus members who feel ill, or test  positive for COVID must follow CDC guidelines regarding isolation. In such case,  the member shall use the  absent@napervillechorus.org email and will be excused from any rehearsal or performance that falls during the isolation period.

• Membership in the Chorus is open to all who are interested in the aims and purposes of the organization, subject to existing vacancies.
• New members may be required to participate in a vocal hearing/assessment, based on an assigned piece performed ensemble.
• Previous choral experience is helpful, but not required.
• Members must be able to match pitch, blend with other voices, and accept direction; skill in reading music is desirable.
• Membership is subject to payment of dues.
• Membership shall be accepted through the 3rd (third) rehearsal of each term provided there are openings in the desired section.
• All members are expected to comply with rehearsal requirements, concert dress codes and call times. After three rehearsal absences in one semester, a member must speak to the director about continuing participation.
• All members are expected to grow as musicians, learning how to listen and analyze their sound in relationship to other singers, and to seek assistance and/or guidance as appropriate.
• All members are encouraged to participate in one or more activities of the chorus, which could include ticket and advertising sales, committee work, community outreach, fund raising, special events/workshops, and social activities.

We rehearse on Monday evenings at 7:30pm at Community United Methodist Church in Naperville (20 Center Street, Naperville). Maps and details for entry and parking will be added later. Our rehearsals generally last until 9:30pm and consist of a 15 minute warm-up and a short break at around 8:30pm.

On the week of a concert there will be a dress rehearsal, generally on Friday evening before the concert (we don’t actually “dress” in concert attire). This rehearsal generally starts earlier in the evening than normal rehearsals and may extend past 9:30pm.

We generally have two concerts a year – a Fall or “Holiday” concert in December and a Spring concert in April or May. Occasionally we add a 3rd concert depending on circumstances.

The Fall concert session typically starts on the first (non-holiday) Monday in September and the Spring concert session starts on the first (non-holiday) Monday in January. These are just guidlines for when a new season starts; please check the calendar to confirm these dates. The first rehearsal of each session includes official sign-up for the session and payment of fees so members should arrive early – generally around 7:00pm.

There is a modest session fee for singing with the chorus – $50 for individuals, a 50% discount for individuals under 30, and $85 for families. Each member is also responsible for paying for his/her own music.

Concert attire for men generally consists of a black tux or suit (dark suit if you don’t own a black one) and a black bow tie. Women are required to purchase a uniform black top to be worn with a long black skirt or slacks for concert wear. The uniform top may be ordered by early October at a cost of $35. There are exceptions depending on the concert content and sometimes there are costumes involved for some when we perform pieces from musicals or operas.

Depending on the music we’re performing we often use black music folders to keep it organized.

Here are a couple sources:

• MusicFolder.com
• Amazon.com

Once you’re a member, you will have access to our Members Page. That link is at the top right on our website and you will find updates on all member related information for a given session.