DEAR CLASS OF 2028,
Welcome to Yale! We know your first semester of Yale is a busy and weird time. You have extracurricular bazaars to attend, dinner plans to organize, and classes to shop — all in addition to this thing called a cappella rush. Don’t worry, though — we’re here to help! Auditioning is a great way to get to know upperclassmen and learn about the myriad opportunities available to you at Yale.
RUSH IN 5 EASY STEPS
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During the first weeks of the semester, there are several opportunities to meet members of Magevet, hear us perform, and sign up for an audition.
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Auditions start the first full week of classes, but don’t worry — they’re a fun, laid-back way for us to get to know you as a singer.
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Rush meals are a chance for us to get to know you as a person (and vice versa). At some point after auditions, you may be invited to meet with one or two members of Magevet to grab a meal and chat; feel free to ask us about anything.
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Singing Dessert is Magevet’s rush concert, where you’ll have a chance to hear a full-length set, jam out with us, and talk to group members.
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Last but not least is Tap Night, when we whisk off our new members for an evening of celebration!
Feel free to get in touch with Sophie (sophie.schonberger@yale.edu) for any rush-related questions!
AUDITIONS
The audition is your first step in the Rush process; it’s your chance to show us what you can do! Magevet has laid-back auditions. We’ll start you off with some warm-ups to test your range and hear your tone. Then, we’ll teach you a short line from one of our pieces. Finally, you’ll perform a short solo of your choice. The solo you sing is completely up to you: rock, pop, jazz, classical — the style doesn't really matter; just be sure to pick a song that you like and that you're comfortable singing.
More info on signing up for an audition to come.
2024 RUSH SCHEDULE
Slifka Shabbat Dinner Mini- Concert
8/30/2023
7:15 PM (right before Shabbat dinner)
Slifka Center
Auditions
9/1 - 9/3/2024
Sign up here: (link to come!)
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More detail to come!