Rise Up Children’s Choir is now holding open auditions until
for the 2026-2027 season.

Sing. Perform. Inspire.
 

We are casting passionate young performers from diverse backgrounds who love to sing, perform, and inspire others through music. 

 

Rise Up Children’s Choir is more than a choir—it’s a professional, multi-disciplinary performance program where young artists create, record, and perform at the highest level while growing as musicians, collaborators, and storytellers

 

Whether your child is just starting out or highly experienced, what matters most is 

• A love of music

• A positive attitude

• A willingness to grow

• A commitment to excellence
  
   

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OUR ENSEMBLES

 

• Ignite is our beginning-level ensemble for children ages 6 to 12. No audition required. Open enrollment begins on April 15, 2026. 
   

• Rise is our premier performing ensemble for youth ages 8 to 18. Audition and callback required for placement.
   

• Amplify is our elite, award-winning a cappella ensemble for youth ages 13 to 18. Audition and callback required for placement.

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IMPORTANT DATES
 

• Video Audition Submission Deadline for Rise and Amplify is April 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM MDT. Late submissions will not be accepted.

• Callback Invitations Sent: Early May 2026

• In-Person Callbacks (by invitation only): Saturday, May 9, 2026

• New Student Orientation (Mandatory): Saturday May 16, 2026.
   

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AUDITION REQUIREMENTS FOR RISE AND AMPLIFY
 

Record Two Videos (Be sure to follow the Audition Video Guidelines Below)

 

1. Sing a 16 to 32 bar cut of a pop, musical theater or contemporary inspirational song with live accompaniment (not in frame) or to an instrumental track (someone else starts/stops it).
    

2. Sing scales from the bottom of the child’s range to the top. Videos with instructions for the scales can be found at the two links below. Choose the scales video that best suits you. We only need ONE scales video. 
    

   1. Treble voices (for all girls and boys whose voices have not yet changed) https://youtu.be/KK8bxDLhzX8
       

   2. Changed voices (for boys whose vocal range have matured and shifted lower) https://youtu.be/G9yrl0kmyjk

 

UPLOAD YOUR VIDEO

Upload your video to YouTube or Google Drive by the requisite due date.

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Videos submitted via YouTube must be set to UNLISTED as those set to “private” cannot be viewed and will not be considered. Videos submitted via Google Drive must be set to be seen by anyone with the link as videos set to “restricted” cannot be viewed and will not be considered.

 

Complete the audition form below and include the links to your audition videos.

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SET YOURSELF UP FOR SUCCESS: AUDITION VIDEO GUIDELINES

 

Before You Sing (Slate)

 

At the beginning of your video, clearly state:

 

• Name

• Age

• Song title

 

Song Selection

 

• Age-appropriate pop, musical theatre or contemporary inspirational song

• Showcases range, tone, and musicality

• Must be memorized. 

 

Filming Guidelines

 

• Record horizontally (landscape)

• Frame from mid-thigh or waist up

• Use a tripod or stable surface

• Sing against a plain background with good lighting

• Record in a quiet space (no background noise)

 

Performance Rules

 

• Your performance must be 100% live 

• No vocal editing, tuning or effects

• No microphone

• No earbuds

 

Before Submitting

 

• Watch your full video (check for glitches/audio issues)

• Confirm video and sound are working properly

• Test your submission link
   

 

Last, but not least, please review the “Commitment and Participation Requirements” page so that you have a clear understanding of the expectations and level of involvement required for the program.

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QUESTIONS?
 

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Amy Oakeson at amyo@riseupchildren.com.