Auditions
Welcome to Season 48 Fall Auditions!!
Our Fall Season 48 rehearsal begins on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, with auditions being held the following week on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, and Wednesday, September 10, 2025.
Please note: Anyone interested in auditioning to be a singing member of SFGMC must attend one of the two Pre-Audition Rehearsals on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, and/or Monday, September 8, 2025. Both rehearsals are strongly encouraged.
If you are accepted, you are permitted four absences before the holiday show, and your attendance at the two rehearsals, prior to your audition, counts toward that limit. More information will be available at your first New Member Orientation.
For more information on auditions, email us at [email protected]. Please sign up for a time slot here.
FAQS ABOUT SFGMC
HOW OFTEN DOES SFGMC REHEARSE?
We rehearse every Monday evening from 7:00 to 9:45 PM, with a 15-minute break in between.
Sectionals and other special rehearsals are scheduled and can be used as makeup to a previously missed rehearsal.
There are two out-of-town weekend retreats per season, and at least one in-town San Francisco retreat.
While the full weekend is strongly encouraged, only the full Saturday rehearsal is required.
WHERE ARE THE AUDITIONS & REHEARSALS HELD?
At the newly renovated Chan National Queer Arts Center, home of SFGMC: 170 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
ARE THERE FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH MEMBERSHIP?
Members of SFGMC are required to pay the following:
Yes. Members are required to pay:
Dues: $25 per month (Please note, this was the Season 47 dues. This is subject to change every season)
Wardrobe cost: Approximately $100–$150 (one-time payment)
FAQS ABOUT THE AUDITION PROCESS
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No separate date! Alumni and new members audition on the same day with the same requirements. If you're an inactive member, you do not need to re-audition.
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Arrive no more than 15 minutes early. If you're running late, contact the New Member Coordinator at [email protected]. There may be a wait, so plan accordingly.
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Anyone who can sing in the tenor or bass range is welcome, regardless of gender identity, orientation, or race. Non-singers can join as volunteers — we love our volunteer team!
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Yes! Come prepared with a song (at least 16 measures) and sheet music for the pianist. There may also be blending and voice placement exercises.
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Absolutely! We welcome singers from all experience levels. If you can sing comfortably between C3 and C4, you're in a good place.
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Sing what you're comfortable with: classical, choral, pop, opera, Broadway, etc. No a cappella — bring sheet music for our pianist.
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Yes! Any language is welcome.
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No. If needed, our accompanist can help you audition with "Happy Birthday."
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Keep it simple and within your range. Don’t try to impress — just sing what shows your best voice.
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Try websites like www.sheetmusicplus.com. Make sure the music is in your vocal range — our pianist won’t transpose during auditions.
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Yes! You can bring an instrument or music track. Bring your own speaker and make sure the track has no vocals.
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Wear whatever makes you feel most confident and comfortable.
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Bring printed sheet music in the correct key and your fabulous, authentic self!
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The panel includes the Artistic Director, section leaders, and Chorus leaders — around 12-18 people. You won't sing in front of other auditionees.
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A quick interview, your song, and a few vocal exercises. It’ll be over before you know it!
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You’ll receive your results shortly after the final audition via email.
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Yes — auditionees must be at least 18 years old. Beyond that, all life experiences are welcome!
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Don’t be discouraged! Many members auditioned multiple times. You're always welcome to try again or join us as a volunteer. The New Member Committee can connect you with the right people.
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Reach out to Pablo at [email protected]. He’ll make sure your audition process is smooth and enjoyable.
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Please sign up here!