VOCES8 Soprano Auditions 2024
British vocal ensemble VOCES8 welcomes applicants for the role of Soprano. The ideal candidate would be comfortable in classical and contemporary styles, and be keen to perform and inspire others through music.
VOCES8
Performs over 100 concerts a year worldwide
Has a repertoire ranging from renaissance polyphony to unique jazz and pop arrangements
Is a No. 1 selling recording artist with Decca Classics
Leads workshop programmes worldwide as part of the VOCES8 Foundation
VACANCY
Start Date: January 2025 - April 2025, by negotiation
Starting Salary: basic £42k-£50k per annum, by negotiation
The ideal candidate will be classically trained with choral or ensemble experience, have broad musical horizons and be committed, professional and enjoy working as part of a team
APPLICATIONS
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To apply, please fill in this application form. You will be asked to submit a CV/resume, a cover letter, two contrasting sound clips, and a headshot. Please upload your recordings to SoundCloud or an unlisted (not private) YouTube link and submit the link for consideration. For further information on completing the form, check out our FAQs below.
Closing date for applications: Friday May 31st 2024
To ensure that we are meeting our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we would be grateful if you would consider completing our equality survey subsequent to your application: Anonymous Equalities Monitoring Form.
FAQs
What should I send for my recordings?
Please send two contrasting audio or video clips of at least 1 minute in length. They can be anything in which we can clearly hear your voice, and that you feel shows it at its best. The audio clips could be a song or an aria, an unaccompanied folk song or an a cappella solo lead, for example. We would recommend that you choose repertoire from two different genres of music. Edited submissions cannot be accepted.
How do I send my recordings in?
What should I write in my cover letter?
Your cover letter is an opportunity for us to get to know you and to understand why you are interested in the VOCES8 Soprano position. In addition, it is an opportunity for you to talk about anything which you feel is relevant to your application in addition to your CV and recording.
What happens once I send in my application?
After the closing date, we will be in touch by Monday July 1st 2024 to let you know whether you will be invited to audition.
We will be holding three rounds of auditions for this position; the first round will be a solo singing session led by our Artistic Director, Barnaby Smith.
Successful candidates will then be invited to a second round that involves singing with VOCES8.
Shortlisted candidates for round three will be invited to London for two days of interviews, rehearsals and a short private performance with VOCES8 to an invited audience.
What vocal range would I be expected to sing as a VOCES8 Soprano?
As a Soprano in VOCES8, you would be expected to cover the range A3-C6.
Do you provide travel expenses for the auditions?
Unfortunately we cannot provide expenses for rounds one and two, but travel and accommodation costs will be covered for the final round auditions in London in November.
Is this role a full time position?
Yes, singing in VOCES8 is a full time, salaried position. The group typically works around 230-240 days per annum.
Do I need to live in London to be a member of VOCES8?
No, you do not need to live in London to be a member of VOCES8, and many of our current members live outside of London. It is advised that members live within a sensibly commutable distance to London.
Is there an age limit for the position?
No, there is no age limit for the position. Applicants must be 18 years of age or above to apply.
What should I do if I have any questions that aren’t answered above?
If you have any further questions, please contact Barnaby Smith at barnaby@voces8.foundation