Brooklyn Conservatory Chorale (BCC)

Project Info

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Project Description

Age: Adults (18+)
Type: Vocal Instruction & Ensembles
Term: Fall | Spring | Annual
Term Length: 15 Weeks (Half Season) | 30 Weeks (Full Season)
Schedule: Mondays 7:15 – 9:30pm
Duration: 2.25 Hours
Class Size: 15
Price: $300 (Half Season) | $500 (Full Season)
Prior Experience: By Audition Only
Director: Nick Nicassio
Contact: 718.622.3300, nick.nicassio@bkcm.org

Now in its 17th season, Brooklyn Conservatory Chorale (BCC), is comprised of 50-plus members and performs a rich variety of musical styles, both a cappella and with a variety of instrumental accompaniment. Conducted by Dr. Nicholas Nicassio, this ensemble meets on Monday evenings and performs two to three concerts per season in Brooklyn. Members develop their vocal skills through exciting and stimulating repertoire chosen from the music of the Renaissance to contemporary songs and everything in between. Chorale singers have the opportunity to build essential skills for singing and musical performance including sight-singing, breath support, tone production, vocal range and much more. 

Auditions are required to join BCC. Please email Nick Nicassio at nick.nicassio@bkcm.org to schedule a time. Auditions will be held by appointment only.

Mondays 7:15-9:30

September 11 Auditions (no rehearsal)

September 18 Rehearsal

September 25 NO REHEARSAL BKCM Closed

October 2 Rehearsal

October 9 NO REHEARSAL BKCM Closed

October 16 Rehearsal

October 23 Rehearsal

October 30 Rehearsal

November 6 Rehearsal

November 13 Rehearsal

November 20 Rehearsal

November 27 Rehearsal

December 4 Rehearsal

December 11 Rehearsal

December 18 Rehearsal 

January 8 Rehearsal

January 22 Rehearsal

January 29 Rehearsal

(February 5 – Depending on Concert Date)

Concert and Dress Rehearsal dates TBA 

Spring Semester Dates TBA February to June

Registration Info

Please call 718-622-3300 to speak to one of our registrars who will guide you through the registration process and answer any questions you might have. Financial aid is available for qualifying students. To apply please contact kris.mandapat@bkcm.org and fill out the financial aid application.

For complete information on our registration process and policies please click here

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