Audition information 7th and 8th grade:
All-State Chorus auditions will need to be prepared primarily at home, independently. This is intentional, as it reflects how students must prepare for the actual All-State experience. I will provide some guidance and instruction in class to help you get started, but the majority of preparation will take place on your own.
Students should prepare and audition on the voice part they are most interested in singing. Please be aware that I may assign a different part if I believe it will give you the strongest chance for success.
You will choose one audition song which reflects the chorus you prefer:
Mixed Chorus or
Treble Chorus
Please keep in mind that you may or may not be placed in your first choice.
Audition Requirements:
Choose one song to record and send to Mrs. Bishton
Mixed Chorus (SATB – Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass)
• Prepare the first 5 pages of F Sanctus, ending on measure 33
Treble Chorus (Soprano & Alto)
• Prepare the first 2 pages of Jong Jong Inai
Once prepared, please complete a recording of your audition and email it to Mrs. Bishton. The audition is due by January 26th and strongly recommended to turn in earlier.
A video recording is optional — a voice memo/audio recording is acceptable
It may be easiest to upload your recording to Google Drive and share the file with me through that
If you have any questions during the preparation process, please don’t hesitate to ask. I am excited to support you through this opportunity.
Audition information 6th grade:
All-State Chorus auditions will need to be prepared primarily at home, independently. This is intentional, as it reflects how students must prepare for the actual All-State experience. I will provide some guidance and instruction in class to help you get started, but the majority of preparation will take place on your own.
Students should prepare and audition on the voice part they are most interested in singing. Please be aware that I may assign a different part if I believe it will give you the strongest chance for success.
Audition Requirements:
Record yourself singing these 2 sections of music and send to Mrs. Bishton
Gifts - Pages 6-7
Homeward Bound - Measure 1-18
Once prepared, please complete a recording of your audition and email it to Mrs. Bishton. The audition is due by January 26th and strongly recommended to turn in earlier.
A video recording is optional — a voice memo/audio recording is acceptable
It may be easiest to upload your recording to Google Drive and share the file with me through that
If you have any questions during the preparation process, please don’t hesitate to ask. I am excited to support you through this opportunity.
Information given to interested students:
Subject: North Carolina All-State Chorus – Parent Information, Expectations, and Acknowledgment
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Your child has expressed interest in auditioning for the North Carolina All-State Chorus. This is a very prestigious honor and an exciting opportunity for advanced choral students across the state to rehearse and perform under the direction of professional clinicians.
Dates: March 13–14, 2026
Location: Elberson Fine Arts Center at Salem College
Address:
Salem College
601 S. Church Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
As the teacher, it is my responsibility to select the most advanced students in a balanced manner. This means I cannot bring all students singing the same vocal part; I must include both high and low voices to ensure proper ensemble balance.
Thank you to the families who have participated in fundraising. Fundraised funds will be used to cover student registration fees. You will only be responsible for paying for your own NC All State T-shirt which is $15.
Students are expected to fully learn their music before arriving at All-State. You can find rehearsal recordings on my website.
Event rehearsals are designed to polish music and add musicality, not to learn notes.
There will be a walk-through to confirm that students know their assigned parts.
Students who are not prepared may be asked to leave the event.
All music must be learned before March 13, 2026.
All students will wear:
Official All-State shirt (no modifications allowed) $15
Black pants
Black shoes
Accessories should be kept to a minimum. All choirs must appear uniform from head to toe.
I will register selected students by January 28.
Please note that families are fully responsible for all travel arrangements and overnight accommodations.
By allowing your child to participate in the NC All-State Chorus, you acknowledge that:
You understand the practice and preparation expectations
You are responsible for transportation and lodging
You understand that students must arrive fully prepared or risk dismissal from the event
If you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to contact me:
Parent Name:_________________________________
Email: ____________________________________
Phone: ___________________________________
Thank you for your continued support of our choral program and your child’s musical growth.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Bishton
Chorus Director