Children of the Gospel Choir

Auditions

Choir auditions are held throughout the year. Auditions help us determine current musical skills and vocal divisi recommendations. Come be a part of this 30+ year tradition of music making!

The Men and Women of the Gospel Choir performs traditional gospel standards and contemporary works, dedicated to presenting this American art form at its highest artistic level in venues across the nation’s capital. If you’d like more information about joining the choir, please contact gospelchoirs@washingtonperformingarts.org.

The Children of Gospel Choir (COTG) ensemble seeks singers (ages 9-19). Singers receive dynamic vocal training and performance experience with renowned faculty and guest artists. In-Person Auditions for the 2025/26 season are held September 6, 2025. Online Auditions for the 2025/26 season are reviewed on a rolling basis until August 15, 2025. If you are interested in joining the choir, please follow this link to complete the online application.

Children of the Gospel Choir

COTG Auditions

Calling singers ages 9-19! Be part of the Washington Performing Arts Children of the Gospel Choir (COTG). Participants receive dynamic vocal dance and movement training, musicianship, and performance experience with renowned faculty and guest artists. After review of application materials, an in-person audition will be held.