Gainesville Youth Chorus to hold auditions on August 14 & 21 for the 2025-2026 Season

Press release from Gainesville Youth Chorus

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The Gainesville Youth Chorus (GYC), now in its 32nd year, is holding auditions for youth ages 7-18 for the 2025-2026 Season.

Audition dates are Thursdays, August 14 & 21, 4-6 p.m. at Santa Fe College.

Visit www.gainesvilleyouthchorus.com to sign up for an audition slot. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to learn and a love of singing!

The Gainesville Youth Chorus has a highly accomplished artistic staff, including Mitch Rorick, Deborah DesForges, Annie Johnson, Myrtle Schreffler, and Amy Longtin. GYC has two principal performing groups: the Concertina Choir and the Concert Choir. The chorus offers vocal and musicianship programs, individual and group coaching, and unique performance experiences. Need-based scholarships are available.

The first concert of the season will be Friday, November 14, as part of the Santa Fe College Songs of the Season. In December, GYC presents their fall concert and performs for the City of Gainesville Holiday Lights Celebration at the Thomas Center. In January, members will partner with local organizations for Oceans Voyage: Immersive Concert III. A highlight of the spring is GYC’s “A Sweet Taste of Broadway,” featuring solo, small ensemble, and group numbers from some of the great Broadway musicals. Other performing opportunities include the GYC Spring Concert, Summer Camp, and singing the national anthem at sporting events.

Established in 1994, the Gainesville Youth Chorus is a not-for-profit, regionally based chorus for singers ages 7-18 that performs locally, regionally, and internationally. We strive to create an atmosphere in which children can develop and advance their musical talent, demonstrate personal and artistic growth, experience true joy and passion for singing through choral performances, and serve as cultural ambassadors for Gainesville, Florida, USA.