What is ECCO?
Ecco is an auditioned chamber chorus (SATB) under the umbrella of the Choral Society. We perform more advanced works from a variety of genres, from 15th century part songs to vocal jazz to improvisations we come up with on the spot. We perform in most if not all Choral Society concerts, and have been asked to perform as part of various benefits and group concerts in the Baltimore area.
Vocal Improvisation? Are you kidding?
Yeah, we thought it was weird, too... until we tried it.
Who Directs?
Ecco is directed by Dr. Mark Hardy, the director for the Choral Society.
How Can I Join?
Auditions are held yearly, or by semester at the discretion of the Director. Fall auditions are held typically after the first Choral Society practice. We will probably run you through some basic exercises and ask you to sight-read something, or try you with a call and response exercise. You do not have to prepare any music.