Auditions!
Are you the next Blender?For auditions, please prepare a song that shows off your vocal abilities. We want to hear what you can do and how your sound could Blend with us! All prospective members are invited to an open rehearsal, usually held the weekend before auditions.
Who can audition for the Blend? ANYONE of any gender and voice part who is currently attending Wheaton College (Massachusetts) can audition for the Blend! How often do you hold auditions for the Blend? We hold auditions at the beginning of every semester. You won't be able to miss the flyers around campus! If you auditioned for the Blend before and didn’t make it, we encourage you to try out again. |
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Do I sign up for an audition?
Nope! There will be flyers around campus that will let you know where the auditions will be held. There will be an activity fair that takes place at the beginning of each semester. You’ll get a chance to learn about the different acappella groups at Wheaton, hear them sing at WheaPerform, and get a chance to ask us any questions about our group.
Do I need any singing experience?
While prior experience like singing in a choir or acappella group is very valuable, it’s not required. In fact, you also aren't required to know how to read sheet music.
What is the audition process?
When you arrive at your audition, you'll get to fill out a nifty form we've prepared and then sing your prepared short solo in front of the group. Pick something that you're comfortable with and best shows off your voice. Make sure to warm up and be comfortable with your song before your audition so that we hear the best of your voice! It’s very relaxed, and the whole process only takes a few minutes. Callbacks are held later in the week. Don’t worry, it’s pretty painless.
How many new Blenders do you take each year/semester?
We have no quota to fill so there's no telling how many people we'll take. We simply look for the best voices that fit the group & fill the voice parts we need.
If I didn’t get in this time, can I try out again?
Of course! We hope you do. If you don't get in your first audition, take some time and practice and definitely come back for another try.
What if I have more questions about auditions?
Feel free to contact us with any questions we haven't answered here.
More questions? Take a look at this article for great a cappella audition advice.
Nope! There will be flyers around campus that will let you know where the auditions will be held. There will be an activity fair that takes place at the beginning of each semester. You’ll get a chance to learn about the different acappella groups at Wheaton, hear them sing at WheaPerform, and get a chance to ask us any questions about our group.
Do I need any singing experience?
While prior experience like singing in a choir or acappella group is very valuable, it’s not required. In fact, you also aren't required to know how to read sheet music.
What is the audition process?
When you arrive at your audition, you'll get to fill out a nifty form we've prepared and then sing your prepared short solo in front of the group. Pick something that you're comfortable with and best shows off your voice. Make sure to warm up and be comfortable with your song before your audition so that we hear the best of your voice! It’s very relaxed, and the whole process only takes a few minutes. Callbacks are held later in the week. Don’t worry, it’s pretty painless.
How many new Blenders do you take each year/semester?
We have no quota to fill so there's no telling how many people we'll take. We simply look for the best voices that fit the group & fill the voice parts we need.
If I didn’t get in this time, can I try out again?
Of course! We hope you do. If you don't get in your first audition, take some time and practice and definitely come back for another try.
What if I have more questions about auditions?
Feel free to contact us with any questions we haven't answered here.
More questions? Take a look at this article for great a cappella audition advice.
