MEMBERSHIP

STRIKE THE HARP AND JOIN THE CHORUS!

The Vallee de Croix is a chapter of Sweet Adelines International, a worldwide organization of singers that continues to positively impact women’s lives – developing voices, building confidence and creating a lifelong support system of sisterhood and friendship. With a wide range of musical training and backgrounds, our chorus is committed to fostering an environment of learning, professionalism, respect and unity.

If you didn’t know this already, the benefits of singing in a chorus are well documented! SINGING increases poise, self-esteem and presentation skills. Singing develops the lungs and releases endorphins – those natural mood-altering chemicals of the brain. PERFORMING with a chorus broadens expressive communication and challenges members to reach beyond their comfort zones. BELONGING to a chorus builds a sense of community, relevance and happiness. In effect, singing is the perfect fix for the stresses of daily life.

HOW DO I BECOME A MEMBER?

Vallee de Croix is committed to a standard of excellence in singing. While we welcome all women, we strive for good vocal health, a strong sense of pitch and rhythm, the ability to blend well with other voices and a commitment to learning and willingness to work outside of rehearsal time. A friendly, courteous demeanor and sense of humor is also appreciated. Rehearsal recordings and learning tracks are available to help you learn outside of rehearsals. After visiting the chorus eight times, a guest may audition (easier than it sounds) for her section leader. We do also require modest membership dues upon joining the chorus to help cover expenses. Fundraising options are available to help members pay dues.

VISIT US AT REHEARSAL

If this sounds like something you would enjoy, please visit us at rehearsal. We rehearse Monday evenings from 7-9 pm at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Stillwater (1616 West Olive Street). Please send us an email so we know to expect you or to ensure rehearsal times or location haven’t changed for that week. We look forward to seeing YOU on the risers soon!