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New chorus needs singers
So you think you can sing? Then the Belleville Area Council for the Arts is looking for you.
The group will host auditions for a new mixed choral group—Belleville Community Chorus—from 6-9 p.m. on July 30, Aug. 13 and Aug. 27 at the Belleville Area Chamberof Commerce. Singers aged 18 and older are encouraged to attend.
“I never thought we’d get to this point, but I’m glad we have and I’m anxious to see how many people will come out,” said Claudia Roullier, coordinator of the chorus. “They don’t have to be from the Belleville area, but we hope to generate a lot of local people. The only requirement is a love for singing.”
Roullier, who has been involved in numerous chorus groups, said this idea has been in the works since she came to Belleville more than 16 years ago.
“I used to travel around to sing in other groups and I thought how I would really love to have a chorus in our own neighborhood. Lo and behold, I met other people who did, too,” she said.
The four-part mixed choral group, made up of men and women, will incorporate community singers and local culture, according to Director Sue Hiser.
“We want people who like to sing and like to work together with other people,” she said. “If you like music take part. I hope to see everybody.”
Voice placements will be done by appointment only. People can bring their own music and sing anything they feel comfortable doing during the 15-minute audition, Roullier said.The first group performance will take place mid December at the First United Methodist Church in Belleville.
“A lot will depend on interest, but we’d like to continue on with two or three concerts a year,” said Roullier.
To make an appointment, contact Roullier at (734) 647-4930 or (734) 697-8235.
