Stanford Cello Choir

The Stanford Cello Choir explores the rich sonorities of works for multiple cellos. The group, founded and directed by Stanford Department of Music faculty member Christopher Costanza, studies, rehearses, and performs repertoire spanning centuries, including a wide range of works composed specifically for cello ensemble as well as creative arrangements of well-known pieces. The Cello Choir’s personnel share in a single goal: participating in an inspiring ensemble highlighting the vast range of colors the cello has to offer. Going forward, the group aims to expand cello ensemble repertoire through commissions and new arrangements. Rehearsals take place each Tuesday and Friday, 4:30-6:20 pm, and the group presents formal concert programs each quarter as well as informal performances across campus and in the community. Informal auditions will be held during the first class meeting each quarter. Register for MUSIC 166A, Stanford Cello Choir; this is a one-unit course, with the possibility of zero unit permission at the discretion of the director.

Auditions:

Stanford Cello Choir auditions will take place during the first scheduled rehearsal period of fall quarter: Tuesday, September 23rd, 4:30-6:30 in Dinkelspiel Auditorium. Cellists should plan to play one short solo piece of their choosing, representative of their playing level. Auditions will be short and informal, designed to provide the Director with a basis for part assignments in the quarter’s chosen repertoire.

Please cvccello [at] stanford.edu (email Christopher Costanza) with any questions.