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Join the NYCP Chorus!

The Choral Arm of the New York Chamber Players Orchestra
Under the Artistic Direction of Giacomo Franci

We are thrilled to announce the formation of the NYCP Chorus — a new volunteer SATB ensemble in New York City, affiliated with the acclaimed New York Chamber Players Orchestra. This is your opportunity to join a high-caliber chorus from its inception, performing alongside a dynamic orchestra under the guidance of seasoned professionals.

Leadership Team

Giacomo Franci – Director of Choral Activities
Markus Kaitila – Assistant Conductor & Rehearsal Pianist

2026 Season Highlights

Two Concert Season Performances:

– Holiday Concert December 13 2026
Featuring Bach’s Christmas Oratorio(Cantatas III, IV, V)

– Spring Concert May 2027
Rossini’s Missa Solemnis

More performances may be scheduled as the chorus grows!

Auditions

Date: Sunday, July 26
Time: 7:00–9:30 PM
Location: Audition will be held in Manhattan – Address will be shared after you reserve your time slot
Openings: 40 skilled singers (10 per section – SATB)

Requirements:

Two contrasting pieces in different languages (one must be in German)
Bring your own sheet music

Sign up for an audition slot: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084FABAF2EA0FEC70-64775513-nycp?useFullSite=true#/

Rehearsals

Weekly Sundays | 5:00–7:00 PM
Start Date: September 2026
Location:
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
275 North 8th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211

Expectations & Incentives

Singer Commitment

$100 Membership fee due by September 23 2026

Guest Admissions

Each singer receives 4 guest admissions
Each admission has a $50 value
Guests may attend as complimentary admissions at the singer’s discretion
Any funds generated through a singer’s guests are fully credited back to that singer

Donations

Each concert features a trackable donation page
Guests attending in support of a singer are required to include the singer’s name in the donation memo
All donations are tracked and attributed per singer

Nonprofit Status

NYCP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
All donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law

Additional Opportunities

Solo opportunities are available for meritorious singers
Concert attire: Black tops and bottoms in your personal, comfortable style

Make the most of this opportunity—and be part of Chorus history!

Questions?

Contact:
Giacomo Franci – giacomo@newyorkchamberplayers.org
Markus Kaitila – markus.kaitila@gmail.com

Be part of something new and extraordinary in NYC’s choral scene.

Join us as we launch the NYCP Chorus

Giacomo Franci is a Master Pianist and the Artistic Director of NYCP. He has been and will return as a guest conductor of great orchestras such as the Beijing Symphony the Czech National Orchestra and the Symphony Orchestra of Grosseto. Maestro Franci is world renowned as the leading interpreter of the music of Aaron Copland and Igor Stravinsky: he published the premiere of the complete piano works by both composers on Fonè Classics. This is a quote of the Stravinsky recording by Silk Road (China) “He has a vast knowledge of music. His high level of piano skill is incomparable”. Recently he signed a contract for Sheva Collection Record Company starting the cycle of Beethoven Piano Works. Franci is a regular soloist of some of the most prestigious international orchestras. He is conducting the New York Chamber Players Orchestra regularly at Weill Hall at Carnegie Hall and soon he will sign a contract to conduct the NYCP Orchestra for a series of commercial recordings under the Sheva Collection Record Label