Auditions are currently open until June 1, 2025.
Please see audition instructions below. All applicants must fill out the following survey. At the end of the survey, you will be prompted to upload your audition video based on your selected ensemble.
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All video auditions for vocalists should include the following parts:
Be sure to introduce yourself at the beginning of your video (name, hometown, high school, etc.). Then, introduce the title, composer/songwriter and performing artist (if applicable) before each song.
Watch the appropriate ascending and descending vocalization videos below for your preferred voice part. Follow the instructions in the video and play each video in the background as you record a video of yourself singing along to the recording.
Both songs must include an accompaniment with no added vocals. Live or recorded accompaniments are both acceptable. Self-accompanied songs are also acceptable. The entire song or the best two minutes of each song is acceptable. When recording the audition video, make certain the balance favors the vocals more than the accompaniment.
Please note - if you are unsure which ensemble(s) you would like to audition for, email Jeff Vallier for assistance.
Record answers to the following questions:
COMBINE all four sections into ONE video before uploading, then RENAME your video file to include your first and last name (“JohnDoeVideoAudition.mov” for example), and finally, UPLOAD your video to the corresponding Dropbox link at the list below for each ensemble you wish to be considered for.
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Before you begin your handbell audition video, please download and learn the following music excerpt:
DOWNLOAD EXCERPTAll video auditions for handbell musicians should include the following parts:
Introduce yourself at the beginning of your video. Name, hometown, and major area of study are all good things to include.
Record yourself playing exercises 1-5 (optionally 6-7) from the excerpt. Play each line with a pause between each line. Take as much time as you want.
Record answers to the following questions
COMBINE all sections into ONE video before uploading, then RENAME your video file to include your first and last name (“JohnDoeVideoAudition.mov” for example), and finally, UPLOAD your video to the Dropbox link at the list below.
Tips for a successful audition video
It is preferable to use handbells for your audition, if you have access through your church, school, etc.. However, you may use two wooden spoons. Label the spoons A and B CLEARLY so that it is evident which bell you intend to ring at which time. The A will be in your left hand; B in the right (lower bell is always in your left hand).
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Please email the director of the ensemble you wish to participate in for further directions, which can be found in the Ensembles section below.
Learn more info below about each of our ensembles here at Purdue Musical Organizations, including vocal parts, rehearsal schedule, and specialty groups.
Ringing five octaves of Schulmerich and Whitechapel handbells, the members of Purdue Bells blend traditional handbell ringing with innovative techniques to play styles from classical to jazz.
Purdue Bells rehearse on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30-2:45 PM.
For questions and more information, email Director Jeffrey Warbinton.
Established in 2004, Heart & Soul is the newest addition to the vocal ensembles of PMO and specializes in gospel and contemporary Christian music, sprinkled with an occasional soul or R&B tune.
This ensemble rehearses Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 12:30-1:20 PM.
For questions and more information, email Assistant Director Scott Hines.
Celebrating music of all genres with a vast repertoire including pop, classical, contemporary, country, swing, patriotic, Broadway, gospel and jazz, this talented troupe of alto and soprano voices represents the brightest and best from a variety of majors and areas of study.
Purduettes rehearse Monday through Friday from 11:30-12:20 PM.
For questions and more information, email Director Jeff Vallier.
This close-knit community of 75 SATB singers focuses on excellence and the joy of singing. University Choir performs both traditional and contemporary choral/concert music from a wide variety of languages, cultures, and composers. Recent works include “Considering Matthew Shepard” and Beethoven‘s “Symphony #9” as well as works by Stroope, Whitacre, Saunder Choi, Dillworth, Hagenberg, Robert Ray, Shawn Kirchner and many others.
University Choir rehearses Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 1:30-2:20 PM.
For questions and more information, email Director Jeff Vallier.
With integrity, passion, unparalleled showmanship, and attention to every detail, members of the Purdue Varsity Glee Club have proudly served as ambassadors of the Purdue University with honor and dignity for over 100 years.
Glee Club rehearses Monday through Friday from 10:30-11:20 AM.
For questions and more information, email Director Bill Griffel.