Choral
ISU Women’s Glee Club
This women’s choir is an ensemble that emphasizes fundamental choral training based through a broad range of repertoire. This popular ensemble is open to all women on campus who desire to continue singing at Illinois State. They perform two major concerts per semester; no audition is required. Dr. Sarah Graham, Director.
ISU Men’s Glee Club
This ensemble has returned to the curriculum of the ISU Choral Department. It is open to all men on campus. They perform two major concerts on campus per semester. The MGC is also active in representing ISU off-campus in a variety of venues. They perform a wide range of repertoire. No audition is required. Dr. Timothy Fredstrom, Director.
Concert Choir
For nearly half a century the Concert Choir, whose membership totals
between forty and fifty singers, has maintained the highest standards of
choral art, and has received acclaim throughout Illinois and the Midwest.
The Concert Choir performs often during the academic year in
addition to touring regularly and performing at state and regional music
and education conferences. Its repertoire encompasses the entire spectrum
of choral literature. Primarily for sophomores and above, a high level of music literacy is required. Auditions are held at the beginning of each semester; membership for the academic year is highly encouraged. Dr. Karyl Carlson, Director.
Belle Voix
The advanced women’s choir maintains the highest standards of performances and repertoire. The membership of forty-five singers performs at least two major concerts each semester. Belle Voix performs advanced treble music, often by contemporary composers. Auditions are held at the beginning of each semester Dr. Sarah Graham, Director.
Civic Chorale
The ISU Civic Chorale has emerged from a long and rich musical tradition
that has been a part of the Bloomington-Normal community for more than a
century. Established as a town and gown organization, the Civic Chorale,
numbering 125 singers, is a vibrant choral organization which has presented
a repertoire of choral-orchestral literature that includes most of the
major oratorios and concert masses. All students are invited to sing. No
auditions are held. Dr. Karyl Carlson, Director.
Madrigal Singers
This 16-voice ensemble is the focus of a 54-year tradition of Madrigal Dinners at the end of each fall semester. They are highly-acclaimed, touring regularly and they represent Illinois State at numerous events. Primarily for sophomores and above, the Madrigal Singers are auditioned each fall semester; membership for the academic year is expected. Dr. Karyl Carlson, Director.
