Elisabeth Marshall, Director
The Vocal Studies Program, open by audition to undergraduate and graduate students at the University, provides structured, formal study and performance opportunities for singers’ musical growth and involvement in Department-sponsored musical events, both through solo lessons and performance opportunities and in support of the four major choral ensembles. The Vocal Studies Program administers both individual lessons and group coaching opportunities, as well as master classes and workshops on various topics related to vocal performance, throughout the academic year. Solo performance opportunities include the Vocal Studies “Tea Time” Concerts, showcase concerts, and a variety of special programs on campus and in the Hyde Park neighborhood. Vocal Studies singers also may have opportunities to work with instrumentalists from the Chamber Music and Piano Programs, and to collaborate with Department of Music student composers on new works. Student singers interested in taking voice lessons but not performing in public may work privately with affiliated teachers outside of the formal structure of the program. . All prospective vocal students are auditioned by the Director of Vocal Studies.
Performances & Events
Vocalists work with and are nominated by their voice teacher to participate in workshops, master classes, and performances on the Tea Time Concert Series, vocal recitals, and at community concerts. See a listing of 2025-26 concert and event dates below.
Tea Time Concerts (all at 4:30 PM):
- Thursday, October 23
- Thursday, February 26
- Thursday, April 30
Montgomery Place Concerts (all at 2:00 PM):
- Sunday, December 7
- Saturday, February 21
- Saturday, April 25
Vocal Master Classes & Workshops
- Sunday, November 16, 3:30-5:30 PM, Fulton Hall, with new Director of Vocal Studies, Elisabeth Marshall
- Sunday, February 8, 5:30-7:30 PM, Fulton Hall, with Jeffrey Ray, baritone
- Monday, April 13, with Ensemble-in-Residence Trio Mediæval
- Sunday, April 26, 5-7 PM, Fulton Hall, with Kristina Bachrach, soprano
Auditions
Students interested in participating in the Vocal Studies Program must audition at the beginning of the autumn quarter. Please visit the Auditions page for complete information, including audition requirements.