FAQs

Staunton Choral accepts new members at the beginning of the Spring and Fall seasons. You can contact us at stauntonchoral@gmail.com for more information.

During the season, you should plan to attend rehearsal on Monday nights from 6:30-8:30, as well as a dress rehearsal (usually on the Friday before our performance). We usually have 1-2 concerts per season, and you should plan to arrive a few hours early for call time.

Our next season starts in late August. Our fall concert will be the first or second weekend of December. 

Rehearsals are on Mondays at 6:30pm-8:30pm at Christ Lutheran Church in Staunton.

You will need a binder and a pencil. You can also use a tablet if you prefer, but make sure you can annotate the music. Don't forget to stay hydrated! There is a water fountain available, but water bottles are encouraged.

If there is inclement weather or a scheduling conflict, you will get an email from stauntonchoral@gmail.com. If you're not sure if a rehearsal was scheduled, check the choir schedule. 

We encourage you to attend as many rehearsals as possible. If you do need to miss a rehearsal, email our Secretary at stauntonchoral@gmail.com as soon as you know you won't be there.

Wear concert black. You can wear a dress, shirt and skirt, or shirt and pants.

• Dresses and skirts must be knee-length or longer. 

• Tops should have sleeves (no tank tops). 

• Pants should be worn with a long-sleeve shirt and a black tie. ​

• Wear black shoes.

• Music must be in a black binder.

Other guidelines for all singers:

• No bracelets that jingle, jangle, or make noise.

• Tasteful jewelry may be worn.

• No sneakers.

• No perfumes or colognes (deodorant is fine).

• Long hair should be up in a ponytail or pushed back behind the ears.

No, you can wear casual clothing for the dress rehearsal. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water.