At Northwestern Oklahoma State University, choral and vocal students have all of the opportunities that can be found at a major university combined with the friendliness and warmth of a small college. Each year choristers and vocalists participate in many performance opportunities including concerts by the University Chorale, Concert Choir and the University Singers. Vocal students at Northwestern also perform regularly as soloists on both departmental and student recitals. In addition, students regularly have the opportunity to perform as soloists with one or more of the NWOSU Choral Ensembles. Of course, there are many opportunities for off-campus performances as well. The NWOSU Choirs perform regularly at our campuses in Enid and Woodward. Additionally, the Chorale and the University Singers tour both regionally and nationally. Previous tours by the University Chorale have included Santa Fe, NM, Washington D.C. and St. Louis, MO.
The choral ensembles are open to all students regardless of major. Participation scholarships are available to every choral student. Whether you plan to major in music or if you simply want to continue singing during your university years, you’ll find participating in the program of choral and vocal studies at Northwestern Oklahoma State University to be an exciting and rewarding experience.
The NWOSU Concert Choir is a large mixed chorus, which performs a varied selection of sacred and secular choral literature from all historical periods. Membership is by audition, but is open to all who wish to sing.
The University Singers is the University’s elite small vocal ensemble. Consisting of 16-20 of the best singers at Northwestern, the University Singers specialize in a wide range of vocal chamber music from all historical periods. Membership in this select group is by audition. Participation in University Chorale is a co-requisite.
The University Chorale is Northwestern’s most advanced large choral ensemble. Consisting of approximately 25 to 30 of the most skilled singers at the University, the Chorale performs a diverse repertoire of accompanied and a cappella literature. Membership in the Chorale is open to any student regardless of major, but is by audition only.
