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The Mount Chorus

The treble choral ensemble at 国产传媒, The Mount Chorus welcomes students who love to sing from all disciplines across the campus. The Mount Chorus performs an eclectic repertoire written specifically for treble voices. Concerts encompass a wide spectrum of literature and styles, including Hildegard von Bingen’s chant of the 12th century, classical women’s choral repertoire, musical theatre, jazz and world/folk music. The ensemble performs for campus events and at least once each semester in Mary Chapel on the Chalon Campus as well as in the Pompeian Room of the Doheny Mansion.  

The Mount Chorus has participated in collaborative performances with choirs including the Trinity University Chorus, San Antonio, Texas; St. Catherine’s University, St. Paul, Minnesota; Tesserae Baroque Ensemble; and the Women’s Ensemble Capella Artemisia from Bologna, Italy. The Mount Chorus is dedicated to sharing music beyond campus, believing that power resides in our collective song. 

• Rehearsal schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 4:40 p.m. - 6:10 p.m., Mary Chapel 
• Placement hearings required for new members 
• Students must register for MUS 19/119 0-1 
• Contact Therese Fassnacht, DMA, conductor 

Check out our performances on our YouTube Channel.

The Mount Singers 

This four-to-six-member, auditioned a cappella ensemble performs with The Mount Chorus and are also called on to perform for special University events. The Singers perform a variety of styles of music, from Renaissance to vocal jazz. Singers are required to demonstrate vocal independence and strong musicianship. Students from all disciplines are welcome to audition each semester. Selection requires that you are a member of The Mount Chorus. 

• Rehearsal times are based on schedules of selected singers 
• Auditions required for new members 
• Students must register for MUS 21-121 0-1 
• Contact Therese Fassnacht, DMA, conductor 

The Chamber Music Ensemble 

Chamber music ensembles are unconducted groups of three or more players, one person per part. Groups and rehearsal times vary each semester. Small group collaborations establish essential foundations in musical communication and listening skills while providing rewarding music-making opportunities. The Chamber Music Ensemble offers course credit towards undergraduate degree requirements. 

• Rehearsal times vary each semester 
• Auditions required 
• Students must register for MUS 23/123 0-1 
• Contact Xiao Chen, DMA, chamber music instructor  

Check out our performances on our YouTube Channel. 

The Mount Bridge Orchestra 

Mount Bridge Orchestra is an innovative ensemble led by Derrick Skye and James Waterman. The orchestra takes an inclusive, cross-cultural approach to music, giving students a solid foundation in Western classical music as well as incorporating a variety of musical traditions from around the world, such as West African drumming and classical Indian tabla repertoire. The ensemble also often performs the works of contemporary living composers. The orchestra is open to all instruments, and students are encouraged to bring their own unique perspectives and musical experiences to the group. Students will have opportunities to perform with and be mentored by the 国产传媒’s Ensemble-in-Residence, . Mount Bridge Orchestra is a vibrant and dynamic ensemble that will provide an enriching experience for students looking to explore the wide world of music. 

• Rehearsal Schedule: Thursday, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m., Humanities 506
• Placement hearings required for new members
• Students must register for MUS 60/160 0-1
• Contact Derrick Skye or James Waterman

Check out our performances on our YouTube Channel.