| The Music Association of Minnetonka (MAM) is seeking vocalists and instrumentalists of all ages and talents to join its nine ensembles. Membership in all of the ensembles requires paying dues and a dedication to weekly rehearsals throughout the year. Approximately 50 performances are held in total by the ensembles at venues throughout the Twin Cities.
"We're always looking for talented individuals who like to perform and participate in our ensembles," said Dr. Roger Hoel, music director and founder of MAM. "Our musicians share a true camaraderie with fellow music lovers and enjoy performing for the community."
Musicians and vocalists from the Music Association of Minnetonka have been performing for over 35 years in the western metropolitan area, as well as around the world. Each ensemble has a specific focus and occasionally the groups come together for joint performances.
- Minnetonka Senior Chorale - for mature singers performing one concert per month at local senior residences and community events
- Minnetonka Symphony Chorus -an auditioned choir performing 4-5 concerts per year in and around the Twin Cities
- Minnetonka Civic Orchestra - a non-auditioned reading orchestra performing at local senior residences, in churches and outdoor pavilions.
- Minnetonka Symphony Orchestra - an auditioned orchestra performing 11 concerts per year around the Twin Cities and at City of Minnetonka events.
- Minnetonka Chamber Orchestra - comprised of members of the Symphony Orchestra performing at special musical events such as the Messiah.
- Minnetonka Concert Band - a band that performs two concerts per year in early fall and early spring at the Arts Center on 7. They rehearse 4-5 weeks leading up to their performance.
- Choral Reflections of Minnetonka - an auditioned ensemble performing a varied and eclectic repertoire for local audiences at special events.
- Minnetonka Chamber Choir - an auditioned choir for young women in grades 9-12 performing approximately 10 concerts throughout the Twin Cities and during church services. Each summer the choir participates in a choral festival either internationally or nationally.
- Minnetonka Concert Choir - an auditioned preparatory choir ensemble for young women in grades 6-9 performing approximately eight concerts per year throughout the Twin Cities. Each summer the choir participates in a choral fesitval within the USA.
- Minnetonka Cappella Choir - a choir for children in grades 3-5 performing at approximately seven concerts per year. The choir performs primarily at senior residences and three times with the Chamber and Concert Choirs during the concert season.
- Minnetonka Choristers Choir - an introductory choir for children in grades K-2 performing with the other Youth Choirs in an annual spring concert.
For further information, please call 952-401-5954.
|
