Tampa Campus - CRN provided upon acceptance 

• M/W, 2:00-4:15pm

• Class meets in MUS 119 (Choral Rehearsal Hall)

Our jazz and contemporary music ensemble performs original arrangements of jazz standards, funk/soul classics and contemporary favorites. Singers develop authentic style through an aural-oral learning process and required listening. Admission is by invitation based on audition and/or participation in other ensembles, as well as potential as a jazz performer. No previous jazz experience required. Open to both music majors and non-majors.

AUDITIONS: Contemporary Commercial Music students (voice focus) are automatically accepted. Auditions are required for all other students (including music majors). The audition consists of an individual audition to assess vocal technique, followed by a group audition to assess ensemble skills. Both components are required.

Questions? Email Prof. Jones at allyssaj@usf.edu.

Spring 2026 Auditions:

• • November 24-25 (early decision)

    • • Individual auditions by appointment Mon 11/24 & Tue 11/25

        • • After signing up to audition, you will receive a link to schedule an appointment.

            • • Appointments are available from 10:00am - 5:00pm (15-min blocks)

          • Auditions are in the Music Building, room 310 (3rd floor)

      • Decisions via email by Wed 12/3

      • If accepted, register for the course from December 3-10 (permits provided as needed)

  • January 12-14 (regular auditions)

    • • Individual auditions by appointment. 2:00pm - 5:00pm

        • • After signing up to audition, you will receive a link to schedule an appointment.

      • Auditions are in the Music Building, room 310 (3rd floor)

      • Decisions via email by Wed 1/14

      • If accepted, register for the course by Friday, January 16th (permits provided as needed)

What to prepare:

• • •  Prepare a song you love to sing that makes you sound great. Choose one of the following options:

      • • A jazz or blues standard

        • A musical theatre piece

        • A verse and chorus of a contemporary commercial song (R&B/soul, pop, rock, country, roots/Americana)

        • A gospel song or hymn

        • A cultural folk song 

What to expect:

• • • During your audition, you will:

      • • Perform your prepared piece 

        • Match pitches and patterns with the piano

        • Show off your vocal technique and range

        • Sight read (don't worry, this won't factor into the decision. It's just to know how best to support you if you are accepted).

    • During your audition, we will:

      • • Ask questions

        • Listen for vocal technique (breath management, tone placement, tone quality, intonation)

        • Look for teachability, confidence and willingness to take risks.

Tampa Campus - CRN provided upon acceptance 

• T/R, 2:00-3:45pm

• Class meets in MUS 119 (Choral Rehearsal Hall)

The USF Chamber Singers performs a wide variety of advanced concert music spanning a wide variety of historical periods and cultures. Open by audition to music majors and non-majors, this ensemble demands the highest level of skill and commitment from its members. The Chamber Singers serve as ambassadors for USF and the School of Music, touring regionally, nationally and internationally.

AUDITIONS: Voice Performance (classical) and Vocal Music Education students are automatically accepted. Auditions are required for all other students (including music majors). The audition consists of an individual audition to assess vocal technique, followed by a group audition to assess ensemble skills. Both components are required.

Questions? Email Prof. Jones at allyssaj@usf.edu.

Spring 2026 Auditions:

• • November 24-25 (early decision)

    • • Individual auditions by appointment Mon 11/24 & Tue 11/25

        • • After signing up to audition, you will receive a link to schedule an appointment.

            • • Appointments are available from 10:00am - 5:00pm (15-min blocks)

          • Auditions are in the Music Building, room 310 (3rd floor)

      • Decisions via email by Wed 12/3

      • If accepted, register for the course from December 3-10 (permits provided as needed)

  • January 12-14 (regular auditions)

    • • Individual auditions by appointment. 2:00pm - 5:00pm

        • • After signing up to audition, you will receive a link to schedule an appointment.

      • Auditions are in the Music Building, room 310 (3rd floor)

      • Decisions via email by Wed 1/14

      • If accepted, register for the course by Friday, January 16th (permits provided as needed)

What to prepare:

• • •  Prepare a song you love to sing that makes you sound great. Choose one of the following options:

      • • An aria or art song

        • A musical theatre piece

        • A verse and chorus of a contemporary commercial song (R&B/soul, pop, rock, country, roots/Americana)

        • A cultural folk song 

What to expect:

• • • During your audition, you will:

      • • Perform your prepared piece 

        • Match pitches and patterns with the piano

        • Show off your vocal technique and range

        • Sight read (don't worry, this won't factor into the decision. It's just to know how best to support you if you are accepted).

    • During your audition, we will:

      • • Ask questions

        • Listen for vocal technique (breath management, tone placement, tone quality, intonation)

        • Look for teachability, confidence and willingness to take risks.

Tampa Campus  - CRN: 80193 (undergrad), 80370 (grad)

• W, 5-6:15pm

• Open to undergrad and grad students

• USF faculty and staff are welcome to join!

• Class meets in MUS 119 (Choral Rehearsal Hall)

The largest SoM vocal ensemble performs repertoire representing a wide range of cultures, styles and more. Open to all USF students, any major, all experience levels. Membership is for one semester- no audition or permit required.

NO AUDITION OR PERMIT REQUIRED. Simply register using the appropriate CRN above. Questions? Email Prof. McCormick-Hutchinson at lamccorm@usf.edu.