Vocal & Acting Talent Auditions for Diverse Performance Opportunities
Traverse City Philharmonic
United States, Traverse City
Posted on: Apr. 09, 2026
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Description:
AUDITIONS FOR AVAILABLE POSITIONS TRAVERSE CITY PHILHARMONIC VOCALIST AUDITIONS – MONDAY MAY 18, 2026
Singers & Actors of All Kinds—We Want to Meet You!
The Traverse City Philharmonic invites talented singers, singing actors, and actors from across the region to audition for upcoming seasons filled with diverse and exciting performance opportunities. Artistic Director Kevin Rhodes is eager to discover new local talent—especially those not yet on our radar—to showcase in our upcoming seasons. Since these are informational auditions instead of an audition for a specific production or show, candidates have great freedom to choose material with which they are comfortable and feel shows them in their best light.
Details:
Monday, May 18, 2026
Traverse City Philharmonic Center, in the Cherryland Mall (map)
Beginning at 6:00 pm , a more detailed schedule will be sent out after May 11
May 11 is the deadline to register! ( form here )
No audition deposit!
Bring music with you for the TC Phil provided accompanist
Use this Online Registration Form to apply by May 11.
Direct questions to Angela Lickiss Aleo at [email protected]
WHO IS INVITED TO AUDITION?
Classical singers: Professional-level experience expected
Broadway & contemporary performers: Must be an experienced performer – amateur or professional
Actors & singing actors: Experienced, especially interested in those with strong comedic timing
Note: Not seeking child performers unless highly experienced
WHAT TO PREPARE
Bring at least three selections (more encouraged!) that best showcase your abilities. These are informational auditions , so choose material that highlights your strengths. Full details available here .
Classical Vocalists: Opera/oratorio arias, plus optional classic Broadway
Broadway/Contemporary: At least one up-tempo , one ballad , and one comedic selection
Singers Who Act: Optional monologue or short scene (comedic encouraged, serious welcome)
Jazz/Pop/Lounge: Varied selections; recorded accompaniment allowed (bring your own device/speaker)
Actors (non-singers): Monologue, scene, poem, or Shakespeare, demonstrating range
Get the detailed audition descriptions here
IMPORTANT NOTES
Bring sheet music in your preferred key (no transposing on site)
Performers may present additional material if desired
Comedic material is especially encouraged across all categories
Direct questions to Angela Lickiss Aleo: [email protected]
THE ORCHESTRA – The TC Phil is the largest and oldest professional symphony orchestra in Northern Michigan. Having been in existence for over 70 years, it has grown from a community ensemble to a fully professional orchestra with principal players who have played in some of the finest orchestras in the US and around the world. Maestro Kevin Rhodes is celebrating his 24th season. With a CV that includes 25 years at the Vienna State Opera, 12 years at the Paris Opera, 20 at La Scala of Milan and many other opera houses and orchestras around the world, Rhodes has had a vision of steadily building the orchestra into the finest ensemble possible. Soloists with the orchestra are of the highest caliber and visiting guest artists this season include some of the best on the concert circuit in the US today. Supported by the very generous community of the region, the TC Phil artistically far outranks what one might expect for the size of the population. The orchestra has during the regular season a traditional symphonic series, a pops series of the newly formed Jazz Orchestra and a guest recital series. A summer concert series has also become a regular offering since 2022. Repertoire over the past years has included: Mahler Symphonies Nr. 1 & 2 Beethoven Symphonies 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9, Piano Concertos, 1,2,3,4,5 Brahms Symphonies 1,2,3,4, Violin Concerto, Piano Concertos 1,2, Requiem Berg Violin Concerto Amram Flute Concerto – Creatures of the Night Copland Clarinet Concerto, Appalachian Spring Poulenc Gloria, Organ Concerto Ravel Alborada del Gracioso, Bolero, Piano Concerto Bartok Concerto for Orchestra Nielsen Symphony Nr. 4 Wagner – Excerpts from Götterdämmerung and Tristan und Isolde with international Wagnerian Soprano, Othalie Graham Berlioz Symphonie Fantastique Tchaikovsky Symphonies 4,5, Piano Concerto 1, Violin Concerto, Romeo and Juliet Ov., Francesca da Rimini Respighi Pines of Rome, Church Windows Verdi Requiem, Selections from Aida, Forza del Destino etc. The TSO has taken part in many commissions of new music and is committed to presenting newly composed works to our audiences.
THE FUTURE – The administrative team of Executive Director Dr. Kedrik Merwin (a decades-long experienced music administrator and professional musician) and Maestro Rhodes are fully supported by a visionary and engaged Board of Directors who along with community leaders wish to grow the TC Phil in very exciting ways over the coming years. Both Dr. Merwin and Maestro Rhodes are under contract with the TC Phil with long-term agreements in place. The number of performance and employment opportunities are expected to increase significantly in the next seasons. Furthermore, we hope to be able to provide teaching and coaching opportunities for our leading musicians in the years ahead. The administrative team of the orchestra boasts among its ranks, two doctorates in Music and a deeply experienced support team.
THE AUDIENCE AND SUPPORTERS – The audience of the TC Phil is made up of a very high percentage of musically sophisticated and knowledgeable listeners. Many of the region’s residents have moved to the area from much larger cities such as Detroit, Chicago, Cleveland, and Milwaukee, as well as ever-increasing numbers from both coasts of the United States. We also have an unusually high number of residents with music degrees. All of this leads to an outsize and reliable base of interest and support.
THE REGION – The Traverse City region is nationwide noted as one of the most beautiful in the country with an incredible amount of unspoiled natural beauty. This is accompanied by some of the best restaurants in the state of Michigan, along with a vibrant winery, craft brewery, and distillery industry. The shopping is also of a much higher caliber than one might expect in literally hundreds of privately owned businesses that give a personal touch to the purchasing experience. Musicians who come to play in the TC Phil traditionally try to make time to enjoy some of the wonderful things the area has to offer. Many musicians come up with their families for a long weekend and may even have a better time on vacation for the weekend than the family member who is working!
Interested candidates, please contact Angela Lickiss Aleo: [email protected]
Application Deadline:
May 11, 2026
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job Category:
Performing
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United States,
Traverse City
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