Dedicated to performing excellence in the choral art, the choral program at SMU has a rich tradition dating back more than 40 years. Throughout this period, members of SMU choral ensembles have gone on to successful careers as vocalists, conductors, music educators and church music leaders, some achieving national and international acclaim in their field. The tradition continues this year with concerts by our outstanding mixed choirs, the Meadows Chorale and the Meadows Chamber Singers, and our superb treble ensemble, Concordia (formerly Diva Dolce), all under the direction of Pamela Elrod Huffman, Director of Choral Activities. Students of all ages and academic concentrations may audition for any of the SMU choirs. For more information about the choral program, contact Dr. Huffman at pelrod@smu.edu.
SMU Choral Department 2022-2023
Meadows Chamber Singers (PERE 5114)
A select vocal ensemble comprised of the most advanced vocal talent in the university; open through audition to all undergraduate and graduate students, regardless of major. Meadows Chamber Singers fulfills major ensemble requirements for SMU degree programs.
- Rehearsals: MWF 12:00 – 12:50 pm
Meadows Chorale (PERE 5113)
This large mixed choir is open through audition to all undergraduate and graduate students, regardless of major. Meadows Chorale fulfills major ensemble requirements for SMU degree programs.
- Rehearsals: MWF 3:00 – 3:50 pm
Concordia (PERE 5116)
A treble choir that performs an eclectic mix of repertoire from chamber works to opera excerpts to standard choral works. Concordia is open to all undergraduate and graduate students (regardless of major) through audition. This choir fulfills major ensemble requirements for SMU degree programs.
- Rehearsals: TTH 12:30 – 1:50 pm
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FALL 2022 CHOIR PLACEMENT AUDITIONS
Saturday, August 20
- 3:00 – 4:30 pm (Choral Hall OFAC 1180)
Monday, August 22
- 12:00 pm – 12:50 pm (Choral Hall OFAC 1180)
- 3:00 pm – 3:50 pm (Choral Hall OFAC 1180
- 4:00 – 6:00 pm (OFAC 2020)
Tuesday, August 23
- 12:30 pm – 1:50 pm (Choral Hall OFAC 1180)
(Please note: if the above times do not work for you, contact Dr. Pamela Elrod Huffman at pelrod@smu.edu and an audition time will be arranged.)
The audition will consist of vocalization, sight-reading, and the performance of a prepared solo from the standard classical vocal repertoire, such as an art song or aria
SMU Choral Department
2022 – 2023 Concert Season
Thursday, October 6, 2022
- “Beyond the Veil”
- Meadows Chorale, Meadows Chamber Singers, Concordia
- 7:30 pm
- Caruth Auditorium
In this first concert of the 2022-2023 season, the Meadows choirs will invite the audience into a circle of music that explores our visions of eternity. Included on the program will be “Triptych,” an exciting and powerful work by British composer, Tarik O’Regan. Joining the choirs will be the superb Meadows Percussion Ensemble.
Friday, November 11, 2022 (7:30 pm)
Sunday, November 13, 2022 (2:30 pm
- “The Planets” with Meadows Symphony Orchestra
- Treble voices only
- Caruth Auditorium
Sunday, November 20, 2022
- “A Cloak of Gratitude”
- Meadows Chorale, Meadows Chamber Singers, Concordia
- 2:30 pm
- Caruth Auditorium
The poet, Rumi, wrote: “Wear gratitude like a cloak, and it will feed every corner of your life.” Join the Meadows choirs for an afternoon of music that celebrates the approaching season of thankfulness.
Thursday, December 1, 2022
- Board of Trustees Holiday Dinner
- Chamber Singers
- 7:00 pm
- Location TBD
Sunday, March 5, 2023
- “When Light is Put Away”
- Meadows Chorale, Meadows Chamber Singers, Concordia
- 2:30 pm
- Caruth Auditorium
“We grow accustomed to the dark, when light is put away…” Emily Dickinson’s poem, “We Grow Accustomed to the Dark,” provides the inspiration for our concert – an exploration of the nighttime journeys of the mind and the imagination.
Sunday, April 23, 2023
- “Songs of the Heart”
- Meadows Chorale, Meadows Chamber Singers, Concordia
- 7:30 pm
- Caruth Auditorium
In the final concert of the season, the Meadows choirs offer a glimpse into the stories of the heart. Featured on the program will be American composer John Corigliano’s poignant setting of “Fern Hill,” Dylan Thomas’ hymn to the wonder and grace of childhood and the pain of its eventual loss.
