Are you interested in singing with Cantigas?

English speakers welcome!

• Perform new and challenging Latino choral repertoires.
• 50% of our singers and audience are English speakers.
• Learn or increase your Spanish vocabulary.
• Enjoy a multicultural experience.
• Meet fellow singers from the US and different Latino countries.

Auditions

Auditions are 15 minutes in length and consist of scales to determine range, a brief song of the applicant's choice, and rhythmic and melodic sight-reading. Auditions are by appointment only and held late August/early September. All new applicants who are interested in singing membership must audition prior to the beginning of the new season. All current singers may be re-auditioned every year as determined by the Artistic Director. For audition appointments or additional informationtion, please  contact us. 

Requirements

The following are required for each singer:

• Previous choral experience
• Basic sight-reading skills
• A good attitude

Rehearsals

• Wednesdays 7:30-10 PM
• September through June
• Choir Room at the Bethesda United Methodist Church, 8300 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD
• Occasional extra rehearsals are scheduled as needed and there are generally two rehearsals the week of each concert.

Fees

There is a membership of $110 per concert season. Singers provide their own concert dress: Black Top/Bottom/Shoes.

Performance Locations

Concert venues are located in Montgomery County, MD, and occasionally in Washington, DC.