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The Lira Singers
LUCYNA MIGALA is artistic director, general manager, and narrator of the Lira Ensemble.
AUDITIONS are held several times a year by appointment. All singers employed by Lira are classically trained; nearly all hold degrees, often masters degrees, in music. Many are teachers of music and several are highly respected in the field of traditional American music. Trained singers are invited to audition, particularly those with ensemble experience. Some dance experience is required. Those auditioning will be asked to perform simple dance movements as well as perform an aria and an art song or show tune. THE LIRA ENSEMBLE PERFORMS MUSIC IN THE POLISH LANGUAGE. Prior knowledge of Polish is preferred, but not required. Ensemble members receive coaching in Polish pronunciation. (If you sing in French or German, you can sing in Polish.) Auditions are open to singers of all races and ethnic groups. The ensemble is truly an American company and is proud to be able to attract highly talented Americans of diverse ethnic backgrounds, including African Americans, Latinos, and Asian Americans. Members of the Lira Ensemble are offered many solo opportunities, recordings, radio and television appearances, and press exposure. Singers are also offered occasional all-expense paid travel in the United States and in Europe. The Lira Singers have made five concert tours of Poland in cooperation with the State Department and a sixth tour of Poland. The Lira Ensemble has performed throughout the United States. REHEARSALS are held on Wednesday evenings at a north side of Chicago location, with weekend rehearsals and performances scheduled as necessary. Singers should call 773-508-7040 to schedule an audition.
The Lira Ensemble, 6525 North Sheridan Road #CH-LL, Chicago, Illinois 60626 773-508-7040 or email lira@liraensemble.com
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THE LIRA SINGERS, the female ensemble which is the core of the company, is made up of eight to fourteen young women, and is one of the few professional, fine arts female vocal groups in the Midwest. The Singers perform in authentic, colorful folk garb from various regions of Poland, in period gowns, or in traditional concert dress, depending on the music performed.
