Sing with the Berlin Cathedral Choir

Prospective singers who would like to sing with the Berlin Cathedral Choir should have a good singing voice; ideally, they should also have choral experience and be able to read music.

Along with the Oratorienchor, the Berlin Cathedral Choir is comprised of the Kammerchor, the Motettenchor and other Project Choirs. All choirs sing regularly services and concerts at the Berlin Cathedral and at other locations.

The Choir Director Adrian Büttemeier decides who will be admitted to the Berlin Cathedral Choir. Auditions take place on Mondays in the Sophie-Charlotte-Saal of the Berlin Cathedral. Enter through Portal 2, Lustgarten side, by ringing the bell for the “Pförtner”.

• musical work at a high level
• an open, respectful, and friendly atmosphere
• stylistically diverse programs ranging from the Renaissance to the modern era
• monthly vocal coaching for each voice group
• optional individual vocal coaching

• a well-produced, in-tune voice capable of blending in an ensemble
• willingness to develop musically and vocally
• choral experience or a strong sense of musicality
• sight-reading ability or independent preparation
• committed and reliable participation in rehearsals and performances:

In the Oratorio Choir: weekly rehearsals (Mondays, 7:00–9:30 pm), approx. 2 rehearsal weekends, approx. 6 services, and approx. 3 concert projects

In the Chamber Choir: weekly rehearsals (Tuesdays, 7:00–9:00 pm), approx. 2 rehearsal weekends, approx. 6 services, approx. 3 concert projects, and one concert tour

In the Motet Choir: approx. 2 liturgical projects and approx. 2 concert projects

In the Women’s Choir: approx. 2 liturgical projects

In the Schola: approx. 2 liturgical projects

More detailed information about the choir can be found here or in the Choir Regulations.