San Francisco Girls Chorus Auditions January 9, 2010

Girls ages 7 to 12 will have an opportunity to audition for the three-time Grammy award-winning San Francisco Girls Chorus School's East Bay program (www.sfgirlschorus.org ), The 30-year-old San Francisco Girls Chorus performed for the 2009 Inauguration of President Barack Obama and is dedicated to the advancement of young people through the study of excellence in choral music, which builds self-confidence, teamwork, self-discipline, and fosters an appreciation of music and culture. No musical experience is necessary to audition. Long-standing, senior members of the Chorus will be featured performers at the swearing in of President Barack Oabama on the steps of the US Capitol building on January 20, and performing home seasons in the Bay Area, touring and recording extensively.

To make an audition appointment for the San Francisco Girls Chorus School, call 415-863-1752 ext. 333 or e-mail [email protected]. No walk-ins, please.

Celebrating 30 years of extraordinary music with its 2008-2009 season, the three-time Grammy Award-winning San Francisco Girls Chorus is recognized as one of the world's most respected vocal ensembles. Its level of training, performance, quality and range, passion and leadership in commissioning music for treble voices are lauded by musicians, critics and audiences. Founded in 1978, the San Francisco Girls Chorus has become a regional center for choral music education and performance for girls and young women ages 7-18. More than 300 singers from 160 schools in 44 Bay Area cities participate in this internationally recognized program.

Official Website: http://sfgirlschorus.org