Young Singers' Programme
Nurturing and developing aspiring young singers as part of our SCO Chorus
The SCO Young Singers' Programme is designed to nurture and develop aspiring young singers and is aimed at musicians with a high level of singing/choral experience who wish to further their musicianship and choral technique through singing with a world-class ensemble. Each year we recruit one Young Singer aged 18-23 to each section of the SATB Chorus. Places on the programme are for one season, but members can re-audition each year.
Young Singers will take part in the SCO Chorus’ exciting programme of orchestral and a cappella concerts, as well as receiving dedicated coaching from the Chorus Director, our Vocal Coaches and other specialist tutors . There may also be opportunities to take part in workshops with international soloists visiting the Orchestra, and in occasional special events.
Those selected for the Programme will receive a bursary per project which is intended to support ongoing vocal development e.g. the cost of singing lessons.
My time with the SCO Chorus has been incredible. The opportunity to perform with a chorus of such high quality has been the most wonderful, memorable experience.
How to apply
Applications are invited from singers aged 18-23 who are still in formal education and/or who are studying privately with a view to becoming a professional singer.
To apply, please read the downloadable further information document below and complete this application form by Friday, 17 May 2024. All applicants will be invited to attend for audition on Saturday, 25 May 2024 in Edinburgh.
The 10-minute audition will consist of a short, accompanied piece of the singer’s own choice, sight-reading with aural and vocal exercises.
Please contact Chorus Manager, Susan White, with any questions: susan.white@sco.org.uk.
Kindly supported by
Baird Educational Trust