Application Deadline: August 31, 2025 Are you a choral singer or classical soloist looking for new performance opportunities? The Washington Conservatory of Music is now accepting applications for our 2025–26 season auditions. This year, selected vocalists will perform in: A Holiday Concert on December 6, featuring excerpts from Handel’s Messiah A Spring performance of Fauré’s Requiem (date TBD) Additional engagements with our ensembles throughout the season Ensembles Include: Washington Conservatory Orchestra Accord Symphony Orchestra Washington Conservatory Players What to Prepare: Two contrasting arias Soloists: Bring excerpts from Messiah and/or Requiem Upload PDFs of all music with your application Bring a 3-ring binder with double-sided music copies for the pianist (provided) Apply now at: washingtonconservatory.org/apply2sing For questions, contact Esther Tonea at etonea@washingtonconservatory.org. We look forward to hearing your voice! (fb)

A Standing Ovation at the Embassy of China! Congratulations to Executive Director Andrew Lee and Conductor Jovan Zivkovic on an outstanding performance at the Embassy of China! Our ensemble was honored to be the featured orchestra for the Washington International Piano Artists Competition, performing for Ambassador Xie Feng and a distinguished audience of international dignitaries. A heartfelt thank you to WCM faculty members Becky Johnson, Denis Malloy, Tobias Werner, Kevin Jang, Cleveland Chandler, Noah Perkins, and Esther Tonea for lending their talents and joining the orchestra on stage. Bravo to all! (fb)