THE PROCESS:
There is no "formal" audition, however we do ask that you come to the first rehearsal with an open mind. We also ask that you call (269) 965-3931 ext. 2566 to schedule a vocal assesment with our director, Gerald Blanchard.

In order to be considered for membership with the choir, you must do the following:

1. Be accepted by the director for membership.
2. Register for membership through Kellogg Community College. If you are in Coldwater area, please contact the Grahl Center of KCC for registration information: (517) 278-3300 or visit GRAHL CENTER The registration fee is now reduced to $50 per season. You may be elgible for a performing arts grant at the end of the Spring season, providing you met all qualifications.
3. Be able to read music at a basic level.
4. Be able to sing in tune and hold pitch independently.
5. Most importantly: Have a love for music.

No prior professional experience or formal musical training is necessary.

Branch County Community Chorus Guiding Principles

1. Performance of a wide variety of choral repertoire
2. Build public interest in the choral arts
3. Create new opportunities for performance by community members
4. Inspire, Motivate and Celebrate musical fellowship among singers

Rehearsal location: Church of Jesus Christ, 284 W. State Street, Coldwater, MI

Rehearsal Time: 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. every Tuesday (Sept. thru May)

BCCC is a member organization of the Vocal/Choral Division of Kellogg Community College.
The choir consists of 22+ singers of all abilities, from the beginner to the professional. They are all united in their love of singing.

The chorus accepts new singers, normally at the beginning of preparations for a new concert. If you are interested in joining, please call the director Mr. Gerald J. Blanchard (269)965-3931 Ext. 2566 to learn more about the Chorus and to schedule a vocal placement interview.

Any singer willing to commit to a weekly rehearsal schedule is welcome to join. The Choir rehearses Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. Church of Jesus Christ, 284 W. State Street, Coldwater, MI.

Attendance Policy

Please sign in on your section attendance sheet at each rehearsal (Kellogg Community College students please sign in at the end of rehearsal). Please call (269.965.3931 ext. 2566) or email (blanchardg@kellogg.edu) as soon as you know that you will miss a rehearsal. Missing more than 5 rehearsals will require the Director's permission to continue. If you often need to arrive late or leave early, please discuss your situation with the Director.

Need to Know Information 1. Rehearsals start at 6:30 p.m. sharp. Please arrive on time, with your score and pencil ready. 2. We only have a short time to prepare for our concerts, therefore there is limited talking during rehearsal. A 10 min. break will be given for the opportunity for you to fellowship. Also remember, 6:00pm-6:30pm is a social period. 3. We have a 5 minute vocal warm-up, and a 10 minute break. Members are provided with practice mp3 links via our members only section of the web page - you are expected to practice outside of rehearsals to learn your part. If you cannot attend a rehearsal, please call us (269-965-3931 ext. 2566), or send us an email at blanchardg@kellogg.edu or bccc@bcvarts.org.