West Michigan Community Chorale is open to all residents of West Michigan who are over the age of 18 and no longer in high school. Anyone interested in joining can attend one of our four Open Rehearsals (held in September and January) to get a sense of the music and how the Chorale works together.
Registration & Dues
Once the open rehearsal period is completed, all new and existing members must register each year and complete a participation form. This ensures that contact information and records are properly maintained, as well as assist with concert and stage planning for the upcoming season.
West Michigan Community Chorale members are requested to contribute annual dues of $70 each. These funds will be used to cover expenses such as the purchase of new music, the accompanist stipend, and other costs of maintaining Chorale operations.
The preferred method of paying WMCC dues is either by cash or a check made payable to WMCC or West Michigan Community Chorale. Please give your check directly to Board Treasurer, Carol Snoek. We request that you pay your dues as soon as possible.
Dues via PayPal are $36.50/semester ($73 per year) to cover transaction fees:
No one will be denied membership in the Chorale due to inability to cover the cost of dues. Any singer who wishes to be a Chorale member but is unable to pay dues should speak with Les Rowsey or Carol Snoek.
Common Questions
Is there an audition?
There is no formal audition, but all interested singers should expect a brief, low-key, informal audition with the Director of Music, Les Rowsey, at the end of our Open Rehearsals, singing a bit of music so that he can correctly place you in the Chorale.
What is the time commitment?
We rehearse every Tuesday from 7-9 pm (from September through early June) and perform 4 to 5 concerts per year. We are committed to having our yearly concert schedule set by October, and we ask members to commit to attending rehearsal weekly and performing in all concerts that are set for the Chorale. Any Chorale member who misses more than 3 rehearsals per semester will need to meet privately with the Director to show mastery of the repertoire.
How do I get in touch with the Chorale?
We can be reached by email on this website or through our Facebook page. During our Open Rehearsals, anyone is welcome to come and sing!
What if I’m not 18 yet or I’m still in high school?
Persons who fall into one of these categories may be accepted into the Chorale upon the recommendation of a Chorale member, with the approval of our Director of Music.