a community chorus in their 28th Concert season
Sing With Us
Who can sing in the Choral Society?
- Adults
- College Students
- Students 16 years of age
There is no audition to sing with us, however you do need to be able to match pitch.
What is expected of me if I join?
Attendance
Rehearsals are held each week on Monday evening at Trinity Presbyterian Church from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. It is important to attend all rehearsals during the semester. If you miss
two rehearsals you must have permission from the Artistic Director to sing in the concert.
Please contact your section leader if you will be late or will miss rehearsal.
Sectional rehearsals will be scheduled during the first half of the semester beginning at 6:00pm in the choir room at Trinity Presbyterian. These sectionals are not mandatory
but are offered to help you learn notes.
Where are rehearsals?
Trinity Hall
Trinity Presbyterian Church
545 South Mobile Street
Fairhope, Alabama 36532
Please remember no perfume, cologne, or any strong scents at rehearsals or performances. Some people are highly allergic. Do wear deodorant!!
What costs are involved?
Dues
- Students (High School and College) Free
- Adults $50/semester
Dues do not cover the additional cost of concert attire.
How do I join?
Registration is held a few weeks prior to our first rehearsal each semester. Please follow the link below to register. If you have questions, don't hesitate to contact us at escs.artisticdirector@gmail.com
2019 - 2020 Registration
Our chorus has grown to over 100 singers! This incredible growth has created challenges for us at our venues. The Choral Society will continue to be a non-auditioned community chorus however, we need to balance our soprano and alto numbers with the bass and tenor numbers.
So how will this work?
Returning sopranos and altos need to register between July 15 - August 12 for Fall semester. At this moment if there are new soprano or alto singers wanting to sing, they will be placed on a wait list. Once I can determine how many singers have registered, I will open up places for new singers on August 13. New tenors and basses are welcome to register now.
ESCS has an attendance policy that allows two absences per semester. If you know that you will miss more than two rehearsals during a semester because of travel or previous engagements, please plan to NOT sing. Rehearsal attendance begins August 19.
Concert Attire
Concert Attire for Women
All women are required to purchase the tank, jacket, and two scarves (red and blue).
You have the option to purchase a skirt/palazzo pants made from the same fabric as the tank and jacket OR you may supply your own palazzo pants/skirt.
NO black slacks or leggings allowed.
The palazzo pants and skirt must reach the top of your foot. Remember that you will wear off-black hose and close-toed shoes.
We will not wear necklaces and
earrings must be no larger than a dime.
At our rehearsals August 19 - September 16, we will have the tanks, jackets, skirts,
and palazzo pants in all sizes available for you to try on for the right fit. (XS - 4X)
The skirt and palazzo pants have an
elastic waistband and 2 pockets!
*Cost of tank, jacket, and scarves is $74.
*required of all female singers
Cost of the above with a skirt is $104.
Cost of the above with palazzo pants is $108.
There are different payment plans available.
Concert Attire for Men
Men need a tuxedo with black cummerbund and bow tie. You can purchase your tuxedo from any local formal wear store.
You do not have to wear tuxedo shoes.
Black dress shoes will be fine.
You will need to purchase a red cummerbund and bow tie for $10 from the Choral Society. We will take care of those orders the first few weeks of rehearsal.