How to Join or Audition for Sound of the Rockies

To join Sound of the Rockies, start by attending a regular Thursday rehearsal: 7pm–10pm at Bethany Lutheran Church, 4500 E Hampden Ave., Cherry Hills Village, CO 80113. The chorus describes this as the way to get to know the ensemble and learn about its audition process. There is no published online application or scheduled audition date on the site, so the rehearsal visit is the practical first step. The group welcomes singers who "love to entertain and is obsessed with harmony," and says it is always ready to welcome new talent.

What to expect before you go

The site presents the chorus as more than 100 singers strong, a nonprofit men's a cappella group and barbershop chorus based in the Denver area. Rehearsals are the main entry point, and the stated purpose of a visit is twofold: see how the group works and find out how auditions run. Because the site does not publish audition requirements, prepared pieces, or timelines, treat the first visit as informational rather than as a formal audition.

Practical checklist for your first rehearsal

• Confirm the current schedule. The site lists Thursdays, 7pm–10pm. Rehearsal times can change around concerts, so check the website's latest news or contact the chorus before a first visit.
• Arrive a little early. A 7pm start after a workday in Cherry Hills Village leaves little slack; arriving 10–15 minutes early gives you time to find the room and introduce yourself.
• Bring your voice, not a prepared audition. Nothing on the site suggests you need a prepared solo for a first visit. The visit is framed as getting to know the ensemble.
• Ask about the audition process directly. The site says you can "find out about our audition process" at rehearsal, so plan to ask what the steps are, what the group listens for, and what the time commitment is.

Who this is for

The chorus describes itself as a men's a cappella group and barbershop chorus. If you sing and enjoy harmony and performance, the rehearsal visit is the route the organization itself recommends. The group also performs community outreach, concerts, and competitions, so expect a schedule that includes performances beyond weekly rehearsals — worth asking about at your visit if your availability is limited.

Other ways to get involved if you are not ready to sing

• Attend a concert. The chorus produces multiple concerts and productions each year, with tickets available through its events calendar. Hearing the group live is a low-pressure way to judge fit. Upcoming programming highlighted on the site includes "American Poets in Harmony," featuring guest quartet Sunday Night Social, and seasonal events such as "A Barbershop Christmas Carol" and Singing Valentines.
• Book the chorus or a quartet. For conventions, fundraisers, weddings, and parties, the group offers either an award-winning quartet or the full ensemble.
• Support the mission. As a nonprofit, the chorus invites support to sustain its outreach and educational programming.

Common sticking points

• No published audition details. The site mentions an audition process but does not list requirements. Do not assume a specific format; ask at rehearsal.
• Location. Bethany Lutheran Church is in Cherry Hills Village, not central Denver. Plan travel time for a 7pm start.
• Seasonal scheduling. Concerts and holiday programs can affect rehearsal routines, so verify the week you plan to attend.

For current event dates and any updates, use the tickets and events calendar on soundoftherockies.com.