Formed In 1950, the Grammy-nominated Indiana University Singing Hoosiers enjoy a long and storied tradition of excellence in the choral arts. With roots in the music of The Great American Songbook, the ensemble’s repertoire has grown to encompass a variety of American popular and choral styles.
As Indiana University's ambassadors of song, The Singing Hoosiers have entertained audiences across the United States and in more than 25 countries spanning Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Caribbean. The ensemble has enjoyed collaborations with Duke Ellington, Mel Torme, Sandi Patty, Sylvia McNair, Tim Noble, the Indianapolis Symphony, and the Cincinnati Pops under the direction of Erich Kunzel.
Under the direction of Dr. Chris Albanese, the Singing Hoosiers are comprised of over ninety student singers and instrumentalists from the IU Jacobs School of Music along with students representing over twenty-five majors at Indiana University. Previous directors include George Krieger, Robert Stoll, Michael Schwartzkopf, Steve Zegree, and Ly Wilder.
This year, all Singing Hoosiers rehearsals will be held in "Matlock", located at 1209 E. Matlock Rd.
The full ensemble rehearses MTWRF 4:35-5:35 PM
Varsity Dancers hold additional rehearsals every SUN 1-3 PM + MW 5:50-7 PM
Parking is available at the rehearsal facility. No additional permit is required.
A shuttle to rehearsal is available and will depart each day from in front of the main entrance to the Musical Arts Center at 4:15 and return to the same location following rehearsals.
In limited circumstances, students with a non-negotiable class conflict in their major field of study are permitted to "contract," allowing them to miss 1 rehearsal or a portion of one rehearsal per week. Missed material will be made up via a regular part check with the director.
No! The Singing Hoosiers is open to any Indiana University student by audition. For non-music majors, it is an elective course. You must register, but it is a FREE credit. For music majors, the Singing Hoosiers will count towards your concert choir credit.
