Auditions

Placements/auditions are held in April and May, please call: 630-369-9679

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Hearings: Frequently Asked Questions

Who can audition? Any boy or girl who will be in grades 1- 12 can audition. How long is the audition and what will my child do? The audition is about 20 minutes long.  Children do not need to prepare anything ahead of time.  We understand that many children do not have highly developed singing skills.  During the audition we want to find out as much as possible about the child’s musical skills and musical potential. Young children (in grades 1 - 5) will: Sing a familiar song (“Happy Birthday”or "Are You Sleeping") Play a game where they will be asked to repeat a rhythm clapped by a director Other fun musical games Older children (in grades 6-12) will: Sing “My Country ’Tis of Thee” Do a series of exercises for vocal range and rhythmic accuracy Sight read a short passage of music Complete a musical survey

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Please arrive 5 minutes before your scheduled appointment since parents are asked to fill out an - application form.  While the child is singing for a director, the parent will meet with a Board Member or Parent Representative and will receive information about YNS.

Why do I need to call the YNS office to set up an appointment?

In order to put children at ease, we place children in small groups according to their age. When you call for an audition, we will arrange this.

Does YNS accept all children or do we turn anyone away?

YNS believes that all children can sing.  Auditions are for placement in one of our five choirs.  Choir levels are based on musical ability and not necessarily on age.  YNS accepts all children who have a desire to sing and can match pitch.  If a young child has difficulty matching pitch or paying attention, we may recommend waiting a year before joining.

Does YNS offer scholarships?

Yes, a limited number of scholarships are available for families in need of financial assistance.

How often does YNS rehearse?

Each choir rehearses once a week.  YNS follows the school year of Districts 203 & 204, starting in late August until early May.  We do not rehearse over the summer (except the advanced choir which may be going on a concert tour.)  Please visit the choir section of this website for more detailed information regarding each choir’s tuition and their rehearsal schedule.

What happens after the placement hearing?

Several weeks after the audition, you will receive a letter of acceptance and choir placement.

Where are the auditions held?

Community Concert Center, 55 Concert Lane, Naperville, IL
Directions:  The CCC is located in downtown Naperville ~ it’s where the band holds its concerts in the summer.  To reach the center, take Washington Street to Benton Avenue.  Turn east on Benton and go to the second street on your right, Court Place.  Turn right on Court Place and take to the end.  Turn right again.  The center will be on your right.

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For more information:
auditions@youngnapervillesingers.org