The Bayreuth Festival Chorus is inviting applications from talented singers in all voice sections to join the chorus for the 2027 Festival season.
Rehearsal and performance period
Rehearsals: 19 June – 24 July 2027
Performances: 25 July – 24 August 2027
Auditions in the USA
Auditions will take place in Boston, Massachusetts, on the following dates:
- 19 January 2027
- 20 January 2027
- 21 January 2027
Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred audition date in their application. Candidates selected for an audition will receive an invitation following an initial review of their application.
Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- A completed university degree in singing or an equivalent qualification
- A good command of German
- Experience as an opera or broadcast chorus singer is desirable
- The ability to learn the 2027 repertoire by heart before the start of the rehearsal period
How to apply
Please submit the following documents by email:
- Your CV in PDF format
- A recent audio or video recording
Email: vorsingenchor@bayreuther-festspiele.de
Application deadline: 28. November 2026
We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming new voices to the Bayreuth Festival Chorus.