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You are not just a Bel Canto Chorus singer, ​​​you are an AVID member

When you join Bel Canto Chorus, you become a member of a talented group of AVID singers from all walks of life. While we have each discovered Bel Canto in our own unique way, the common thread that binds us all is our commitment to the success of the organization and our love of singing.
Be sure to read the "Things to Know" section below and to be aware of these membership requirements:

Attendance - While perfect attendance is always the goal, we ask that singers commit to at least 75% of the rehearsals per concert series, not only to assure adequate preparation but to refine and build Bel Canto’s choral sound.
Attendance at dress rehearsal is required in order to sing the corresponding concert.

Volunteer - Bel Canto offers members a variety of opportunities to share their time and talents in addition to singing.  These include, but are not limited to, administrative office support, canvassing for concerts, cabinet membership, and rehearsal set-up.

Invite - To help fill the concert halls we ask singers to recruit appreciative audiences by selling or buying two tickets to each concert.

Donate - Members can invest in the growth of Bel Canto by making financial gifts to both Bel Canto and UPAF, by soliciting or making items for the annual Gala fundraiser, and by participating in other painless fundraising opportunities (e.g., Amazon Smile and Scrip gift cards).

Things to know:

Bel Canto Chorus is an auditioned group
Auditions are typically held four times per year, typically on a Saturday at Mequon United Methodist Church, a week or two after rehearsals have begun for the corresponding concert. We invite you to attend the first rehearsal or two of a concert series (Try It You'll Like It rehearsals - TIYLI) to make sure Bel Canto is right for you before auditioning. TIYLI rehearsals and audition dates are located on the Season Calendar webpage.

To request an audition and to attend TIYLI rehearsals, please click on the "Contact Us" button at the bottom of this page and provide the requested information.

​There is a fee to join
The annual chorus fee is $150 ($75 if joining after the December concert).  This fee is used to purchase and rent music (members keep non-rental music), and pay for rehearsal-related expenses, including retreats. 
Scholarships are available on a limited basis and are confidential.

Concert Dress 
Members must purchase their own concert attire.

Rehearsals and Concerts:

We typically rehearse on Wednesdays from 7:00pm-9:30pm
In-person rehearsals are held at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 W Walnut, Milwaukee, WI 53212. We are also livestreaming rehearsals if singers are more comfortable rehearsing virtually instead. Each concert rehearsal series also includes a weekend retreat consisting of one rehearsal on Friday night, and two rehearsals on Saturday. Concert weeks also have extra rehearsals.

Concerts:
​Concert dates are listed on the Season Calendar webpage. 

Watch and Listen

Access the YouTube "Bel Canto Concerts" playlist from top left corner of this video.
Mobile users: Click on the video (play) and then use full screen mode (bottom right square).

Locations to Know:

Bel Canto Chorus administrative offices are virtual and our chorus does not have a permanent performance home.  This gives us the unique opportunity to perform in many different venues throughout the season, including the iconic Basilica of St. Josaphat.
Rehearsals are typically held at MYAC, and auditions are typically held at MUMC.

MYAC

325 W Walnut, Milwaukee, 53212

Milwaukee Youth Arts Center

MUMC

​11011 N Oriole Ln, Mequon, 53092

Mequon United Methodist Church

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Interested or ready to join?

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Mailing Address:
9575 Brenwood Park Dr. #320174
​Franklin, WI 53132


Phone & Box Office:
​414-481-8801


info@belcanto.org

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  • About
    • About Us >
      • About Our Organization
      • Bel Canto Chorus
      • Bel Canto Senior Singers
    • Our Mission
    • History
    • Artistic Staff
    • Administrative Staff
    • Board of Directors
  • Performances
    • Current Season Calendar >
      • Season Calendar Print and View
      • October Concert
      • December Concert
      • March Concert
      • May Concert
  • Buy Tickets
    • Single Tickets
  • Support Us
    • Donate
    • Set the Stage Campaign
    • Annual Gala
    • Volunteer
    • Other Ways to Give
    • Current Sponsors
  • Sing With Us
    • Sing With BCC
    • Sing With Senior Singers
  • News and Media
    • Media Kit
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  • Contact Us