How to Join the Arundel Vocal Arts Society Chorus

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The Arundel Vocal Arts Society (AVAS) is a community-based, nonprofit choral group in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, and its membership is open to adults. If you love to sing choral music, the stated path to joining is simple: come to a Wednesday evening rehearsal and check the group out. Rehearsals run from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 461 College Pkwy, Arnold, MD 21012. For more information, the site directs visitors to the About Us page or to contact AVAS / join the mailing list.

What AVAS Is

AVAS describes itself as a community-based, nonprofit choral group dedicated to performing varied, mixed-voice music for the benefit, education, and enjoyment of its members and surrounding communities. It has been giving performances of diverse choral music since 1983, with programming that includes contemporary choral works, classical masterworks, operetta, pops, folk music, lighter favorites, and Broadway. The chorus presents an annual series of two concerts and collaborates with other local musical groups.

Its stated vision is to be Anne Arundel County's premier vocal chamber ensemble, cultivating excellent choral ability and creative expression in its singers. Its motto: "All Voices Are Significant."

Who Can Join

  • Adults. Membership is open to adults.
  • Anyone who loves choral music. The site's own invitation is: "If you love to sing choral music, come and check us out."
  • People who value diversity. AVAS states that it is the intent of the chorus membership to reflect the cultural diversity of the communities it serves.

The site does not list an audition requirement, dues, or a formal application process, so the practical first step is to attend a rehearsal or reach out through the contact/mailing list options.

Rehearsal Details

Item Detail
Day Wednesday evenings
Time 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 461 College Pkwy, Arnold, MD 21012
Room The Sanctuary

How to Take the Next Step

  1. Go to a Wednesday rehearsal. Arrive at the Sanctuary at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church between 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. and introduce yourself as someone interested in singing with AVAS.
  2. Check the About Us page. The site points to the About Us page for more information on the group.
  3. Contact AVAS or join the mailing list. The site offers a contact option and a mailing list sign-up.
  4. Subscribe to the newsletter (optional). AVAS is launching a new email newsletter for singers, supporters, and concert-goers. Every other month it includes upcoming performance dates and ticket information, highlights from recent programs, features on musicians, and occasional special announcements. The site says "no spam, ever."

What to Expect as a Member

  • Two concerts a year. The chorus presents an annual series of two concerts.
  • Collaboration. AVAS seeks to collaborate frequently with other local groups to attract a wider audience and provide more varied, high-level programs.
  • A range of repertoire. Expect mixed-voice music spanning contemporary works, classical masterworks, operetta, pops, folk, lighter favorites, and Broadway.

Common Questions

Do I need to audition? The site does not mention an audition. Its invitation is to come and check the group out.

Is there a fee? The site does not state membership dues or fees.

Can I just attend concerts instead? Yes. Concert dates and ticket information are shared through the newsletter, and the site has a Concerts page for upcoming and past concerts. There is also a Purchase Tickets page under the 2026–2027 concert season.

Where can I get updates? Sign up for the AVAS newsletter or join the mailing list through the site's contact page.