Our Ensembles
Forte
Forte means strong...
Open to treble singers in grades 2-4, Forte is an ensemble for singers looking to strengthen their voices in an encouraging and supportive environment. Singers in Forte are music lovers who may have some previous choral experience, or may never have sung in a choir before! In weekly rehearsals, Forte singers work on healthy vocal production, basic music theory and literacy skills, and a strong sense of ensemble and collaboration. Forte singers begin to sing in unison, and build vocal independence to perform songs in 2- and 3-part harmony. In Forte, singers learn how strong their voices can be, both individually and together.
No audition is required for Forte singers - simply click the link to the left to register. Singers should come on the first day prepared to play singing games to determine their voice’s most comfortable range.
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Eligibility Requirements:
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Treble Voice
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Love of Music
Ragazze
Ragazze means sisterhood ...
Open to Treble singers in grades 5 – 8, Ragazze is an auditioned ensemble for singers looking for a fun and challenging choral experience in a safe and welcoming setting. Singers in Ragazze know that their voices are stronger together than apart, and work weekly on ensemble-building skills to strengthen not only their own voices, but their ability to collaborate with others. Singing in a variety of languages and musical styles, Ragazze singers develop strong choral artistry, vocal technique, and performance skills while creating lifelong friendships.
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Ragazze rehearsals include weekly elective classes designed to strengthen singers’ musicianship. Singers begin with multi-level theory training, and continue to study vocal technique, composition, songwriting, conducting and more.
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Eligibility Requirements:
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Treble Voice
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Excellent Intonation
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Collaborative Spirit
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Ragazze Rehearsals
Epiphany Evangelical Lutheran Church
314 W. Vallette St.
Elmhurst
Tuesdays 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Open Door Rehearsals
Interested singers are welcome to visit a Ragazze rehearsal at any point during the semester until 2 weeks before the winter and spring concerts. This is a wonderful way to see our singers in action, meet the conductor, and experience what a real Spirito rehearsal is like! Please reach out to Carling FitzSimmons (cfitzsimmons@spiritosingers.org) no later than 2 days before the rehearsal to let us know you’re planning to attend.
Bravura
Bravura means boldness ...
Bravura Rehearsals
Epiphany Evangelical Lutheran Church
314 W. Vallette St.
Elmhurst
Sundays 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Open Door Rehearsals
Interested singers are welcome to visit a Bravura rehearsal at any point during the semester until 2 weeks before the winter and spring concerts. This is a wonderful way to see our singers in action, meet the conductor, and experience what a real Spirito rehearsal is like! Please reach out to Carling FitzSimmons (cfitzsimmons@spiritosingers.org) no later than 2 days before the rehearsal to let us know you’re planning to attend.
Open to Treble singers in grades 9-12, Bravura is an elite auditioned ensemble for singers dedicated to the highest caliber of musical excellence. Bravura singers are confident creators and enthusiastic collaborators, able to sing in a wide range of languages and musical styles. Vocal independence is highly emphasized in Bravura, as repertoire can expand to include as many as 8 harmony parts, and solo opportunities are available for interested singers. Bravura singers are focused, energized, and disciplined, and are eager to take artistic risks and try new things, knowing that beauty can only grow when we break new ground.
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In addition to participating in an elite choral ensemble, Bravura singers have the option to further develop their musicianship through weekly elective classes. Electives meet outside of regular Bravura rehearsals, and cover subjects including vocal technique, songwriting, composition, music technology, conducting, and more.​
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Eligibility Requirements:
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Treble Voice
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Excellent intonation and purity of tone
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Strong Musical Ear
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Knowledge of fundamental music theory
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(or enrollment in Bravura Theory)

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Music Literacy
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Collaborative Spirit​
