Jazz Choir Auditions
Returning singers must re-audition each year.
No audition is required for Jazz III if you do not wish to be considered for La Voix or Noteworhty
The Mount Si Vocal Jazz program has a full calendar of projects and events scheduled for the 2022-2023 School Year. Singers can look forward to the following opportunities:
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Full ensemble performances in the PAC with rhythm section
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Workshops on jazz standards and coachings on solo jazz vocal technique
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Off-campus festivals and tours
Noteworthy
By Audition Only
Noteworthy is an auditioned, highly select group of singers who are serious about jazz! Noteworthy meets 5 days a week during 0 period
La Voix
By Audition Only
La Voix is an auditioned, highly select group of singers who are serious about jazz! La Voix meets 3-4 days a week during 0 period
Vocal Jazz Workshop
Open to all; semester or year-long
Vocal Jazz Workshop meets 2 days a week during 0 period and is a perfect place to explore the fundamentals of jazz and solo vocal techniques!
The Audition Process
(2022-2023 School Year)
August 30 & August 31st:
Optional Info Sessions
Both directors will be available in the choir room at 6:40am (0 period) on August 30th and August 31st to answer questions about the jazz choirs and the audition process.
September 1 & September 2
Individual Standards
Each singer who signs up to audition will receive an assigned 10 minute audition slot on either September 1 OR September 2 during the 0 period time frame (6:40 - 7:35 AM)
During their assigned time, students will perform a jazz standard that they have selected and prepared. If possible, students should use a background track (YouTube is fine; please contact the directors if you need assistance finding a track in the right key/tempo).
Students may also sing a cappella if they choose.
If you need help choosing a standard or finding a backing track, contact Mrs. Isaacs or Ms. Woodbury and they can help you!
September 6:
"Director's Choice" Standard
Every singer auditioning will prepare the jazz standard "Take the A Train" for this phase of the auditions. All auditioning students are called from 6:40 - 7:35, and students will perform the standard for each other.
"Take the A Train" Resources
Please note, there is one pickup note before the accompaniment track begins.
The MSHS Jazz Choirs are full of supportive and kind musicians! Singing in front of each other might seem intimidating, but know that everyone is in the same boat and is cheering for each other to shine!
September 7:
Scat Day!
We will scat together and individually!
Click below to hear the track you will be scatting with on Wednesday:
September 8:
Prepared Harmony
Students will perform their part of an excerpt of a jazz standard arranged for SAB choir. Each student will need to prepare their part on their own, using practice tracks we will provide.
We will be listening to see if you can accurately hold your part against other singers.