The Virginia Chorale is pleased to announce auditions for the 2026/2027 ensemble. ​Auditions will take place on Saturday, April 11, 2026 in Norfolk. 
 
The first step in auditioning for the Virginia Chorale is to complete the online form below ASAP but no later than Thursday, April 9. 

Indicate your availability for each program.
​You must submit a copy of your singing resume/CV and may include a headshot. Please email these items to [email protected] when you submit this form. 
 
Once registration is completed your audition will be scheduled. Please prepare two contrasting vocal pieces; one in English, one in a foreign language. A pianist will be available. 

2026-2027 Concert Schedule

​Generally, rehearsals are scheduled on the two weekends prior to the respective performance weekend as well as a dress rehearsal before the performance.  

PROGRAM I
Brahms: Requiem
In commemoration of the 25th anniversary of 9/11
Rehearsals:
October 3 (12:30-3pm, 3:30-5:30pm)
October 4 (2:30-5pm, 5:30-7:30pm)
October 10 (12:30-3:30pm)
Performance:
October 11, 4pm
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PROGRAM III
A Tapestry of Peace
Choral selections by composers from NATO member countries
Rehearsals:
January 9 (12:30-3pm, 3:30-5:30pm)
January 10 (2:00-4:30pm, 5:15-7:00pm)
January 16( 12:30-3pm, 3:30-5:30pm)
January 17 (2:00-4:30pm, 5:15-7:00pm)
Performances:
January 23, 7:00pm- Virginia Beach
January 24, 4pm- Norfolk

Please note the season's programs and dates are subject to change. ​

​PROGRAM II​
Sing We Nowell
repertoire includes:
Cantique de Jean Racine - Gabriel Fauré
Three Nativity Carols, Steven Paulus
Rehearsals:
November 21 (12:30-3pm, 3:30-5:30pm)
November 22 (2:30-5pm, 5:30-7:30pm)
November 28 (12:30-3pm, 3:30-5:30pm)
December 5 (4:30-6pm)
Performances:
December 5, 7:00pm- Virginia Beach
December 6, 4pm- Norfolk

​PROGRAM IV
Sacred Place
A concert in celebration of Earth Day
repertoire includes: 
Sacred Place - Alex Berko
Rehearsals:
April 3 (12:30-3pm, 3:30-5:30pm)
April 10 (12:30-3pm, 3:30-5:30pm) 
April 11 (2:30-5pm, 5:30-7:30pm)
April 17 (4:30-6pm)
Performances:
April 17, 7:00pm- Virginia Beach
April 18, 4pm- Norfolk