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Millennial™ Choirs & Orchestras was founded in 2007 with its inaugural locale, OCMCO, now entering its 10th season. Registration for the full 2016-17 season for youth is now open. All OCMCO Singers ages 4-adult are required to participate for both semesters, September-May. Audition sign-ups for the Grand Chorus or Symphony Orchestra are also available. Click the blue box above.
GENERAL DETAILS
To gain a better understanding of MCO, please browse this website, particularly the About MCO section, including the Ensemble Overview and Participation Info pages. We also encourage you to listen to MCO’s four albums on iTunes, three of which landed in the top 3 of Billboard Magazine’s Traditional Classical Chart: To Be American; O Holy Night; Messiah in America; and That Easter Morn.
MCO PARTICIPANT HANDBOOK
For MCO’s general policies, expectations, tuition costs, attire costs, and all other information, please read the MCO Participant Handbook.
2016-2017 SEASON REGISTRATION & AUDITIONS
REGISTRATION: Participation in youth ensembles (ages 4-18) does not require an audition. Simply click on the link above to register.
- “Early Bird” full-season registration (both fall 2016 and spring 2017 semesters), which offers a 10% discount and a ten-payment plan option, is now closed.
- Regular full-season registration is now open and will end at midnight on the Monday following the first rehearsal. A three-payment plan is available. Increased tuition rates apply after this date.
AUDITIONS: Placement in the Grand Chorus (adults) and Symphony Orchestra is by audition only. Click on the link at the top of this page to receive audition information and to sign up for an audition.
FALL SEMESTER CALENDAR
Click here for 2016 Fall Semester Calendar.
IMPORTANT DATES:
First Rehearsal, First Semester:
Grand Chorus Choral Boot Camp: Wednesday, September 7
Regular Grand Chorus rehearsals begin Thursday, September 15
Regular youth choirs rehearsals begin Thursday, September 8
First Semester Auditions for Grand Chorus & Orchestra: By appointment
First Semester Concerts: Thursday, December 8, 2016
Second Semester Concerts: Friday, May 5, 2017
Summer Tour 2017: June 21-25 in Salt Lake City, UT, for the combined five MCO locales
REHEARSAL SCHEDULE
Choral ensembles rehearse weekly on Thursdays throughout each semester. Details and times are below. The Symphony Orchestra rehearses on a few select dates TBD.
3:45 – 4:30 pm Young Singers Chorus Age 4 by the first rehearsal of the semester through 1st Grade
4:20 – 5:20 pm Children’s Chorus Grades 2 – 5 (homeschool at least age 7 by September 1)
5:00 – 6:25 pm Youth Chorus Grades 6 – 8 (homeschool at least age 11 by September 1)
5:00 – 7:05 pm Concert Choir Women Grades 9 – 12 (homeschool at least age 14 by September 1)
6:05 – 7:05 pm Concert Choir Men Grades 9 – 12 (homeschool at least age 14 by September 1)
7:30 – 10:00 pm Grand Chorus Accomplished adult singers 18 & over
REHEARSAL LOCATION
Rehearsals will be held at St. Mark Presbyterian Church, 2200 San Joaquin Hills Rd, Newport Beach, CA 92660
TUITION/FEES PER SEMESTER & ATTIRE COSTS
All OCMCO Singers ages 4-adult are required to participate for both semesters, September-May.
| ENSEMBLE | AGE/GRADE LEVEL | TUITION/FEES | ATTIRE (EST. COST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young Singers Chorus | age 4 – 1st grade | $125 | Girls $26-33, Boys $33-44 |
| Children’s Chorus | 2nd – 5th grade | $145 | Girls $26-33, Boys $35-48 |
| Youth Chorus | 6th – 8th grade | $175 | Girls $58-63, Boys $51 |
| Concert Choir Girls | 9th – 12th grade | $175 | Girls $65-70 |
| Concert Choir Boys | 9th – 12th grade | $145 | Boys $107 |
| Grand Chorus | age 18 and up | $50 | Women $130-138, Men $107 |
| Symphony Orchestra | Accomplished Instrumentalists | $0 | Concert Black (purchase on your own) |
Scholarships are available for those with legitimate financial hardships. Email registration@millennial.org for details. Payment plans are also available and can be arranged as part of the online registration process.
FAQs
Why are OCMCO concerts held at Segerstrom Center for the Arts? One of the trademarks of MCO is that we perform in state-of-the-art concert halls in our communities. The Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, located in Segerstrom Center for the Arts, is a world-class concert hall—one of the finest classical acoustic performance venues in the United States.
How does MCO maintain such a light schedule? Another trademark of MCO is its ability to maintain a light rehearsal and performance schedule while achieving a professional level of education and produce top-notch performances. This allows busy individuals and families the experience of participating in a world-class choir and orchestra without it consuming their lives. This is made possible by the highly effective rehearsals run by MCO’s musical directors, the massive team of volunteers working behind the scenes, and the thousands of participants who are devoted to MCO’s mission and purpose.
How did MCO grow so quickly in such a short period of time? Now in five states (California, Arizona, Utah, Texas, and Idaho), MCO has 3000 participants and is growing steadily. There are three main reasons for this exciting growth: 1) word of mouth, 2) a high-quality, high-energy, inspiring music program that changes lives for good, and 3) an expansive team of volunteers who clearly understand and support the great mission and purpose of MCO.
The general purpose of Millennial™ Choirs & Orchestras is to build and elevate the quality of classical and sacred music in the community. MCO’s music unites, heals, and inspires. This is already happening every week in Arizona, California, Utah, Texas, and Idaho, and the outcome is astounding! We welcome musicians of all faiths and backgrounds and encourage the Orange County community to unite with us in creating an unprecedented music education and performance experience for people of all ages. We remain ever true to MCO’s important motto: All Ages. All Faiths. One Voice.
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