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Audition for The Chapel Singers

Trinity College's oldest student organization, founded 1825.

Fall 2025: there are openings for all voice parts. First-years and sophomores are especially encouraged to audition, but all class years will be considered. Meet in the Chapel south cloister (facing the quad) at any of these times. No appointment necessary.

Friday, August 29, 1:00–2:30 p.m.
Sunday, August 31, 4:30–6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 2, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 2, 7:00–8:00 p.m.

About us: About two dozen Trinity students who love to sing challenging choral music. The only requirement for membership is some previous experience reading sheet music. Our members hold a variety of religious and spiritual beliefs, and all are welcome.

Commitment: We sing at a variety of Chapel services throughout the academic year (including most Sundays during the semester, 3:00–5:00 p.m., and Choral Evensong on some Wednesdays), and perform concerts and make recordings. We sing at the popular Christmas Festival of Lessons and Carols as well as at several major college events. Our weekly rehearsals are on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30–6:00 p.m. We are paid student-employees of the Chapel and membership is a significant responsibility. This student job is eligible for work-study. It may also fulfill a Wellness Requirement.

Click here to listen to our latest recording on Spotify, “The Bicentennial Album.”

About the audition: We encourage you to arrive warmed-up and ready to sing. Our director will lead you through singing some scales, then ask you to sightread a few bars of music (it’s everyone’s least favorite part, just try your best!). Lastly, a few current singers will teach you a short piece.

Any questions: Please feel free to reach out to our president, Zarina Stone ’26 or our director, Prof. Christopher Houlihan ’09.

Information for high school students:

High school singers interested in choral music opportunities at Trinity College are encouraged to contact Prof. Christopher Houlihan (College organist, director of Chapel music, and Artist-in-Residence ) for more information. If you’re visiting campus, please arrange a time to say hello!