Attire for Winter and Spring Concert Performances
The purpose of this dress code for singers is to present a uniform and professional look during the concert. The focus of the audience should be on the music we are singing, not on the attire of individuals who do not match the rest of the group.
Men: All black attire. Black long-sleeve shirt with black buttons (undershirt should also be black), black dress pants and belt, black socks and black shoes. No tie.
Women: All black attire.
Top – Plain black top with crew neck and at least 3/4″ length sleeves, or the Choral Society provided blouse. Choral Society blouses may be borrowed from the group and returned after the concert. Please note: No scoop necks, V-necks, turtlenecks nor sequins, buttons, pockets, patterns or textures.
Bottom
Option 1 – Black skirt tea length or longer, preferably ankle/floor length. Please note: No short skirts or skirts with slits. No skirts that have buttons or designs or that are too fitted (you want to make sure you can breathe).
Option 2 – Wide leg palazzo pants that look like a skirt. Please no slacks.
Shoes
Black closed-toe shoes with black hosiery/tights. Remember, you’ll be standing a long time, so make sure you have shoes that allow you to do that.
Jewelry
Women must wear the pearl necklace provided by the Choral Society to give a uniform appearance. Please wear stud earrings; no dangle or large earrings as they can be a distraction. No other necklaces should be worn with the pearls.
Please do not wear bracelets that can be noisy or distracting. Watches are acceptable.
Necklaces are provided at the concert and are returned after the performances.
Attire for the Celebrate America! Concert
Men: Navy blue or black pants, red suspenders, white short sleeve shirt, no tie, black or navy socks, black shoes.
Women: Navy blue or black knee-length skirt (or navy blue or black long slacks), white short sleeve blouse, navy or black closed-toe shoes, navy, black or neutral hose (optional). No necklaces. Red carnations are provided.
Please do not wear perfume or after-shave lotion to rehearsals or concerts. This can irritate the breathing of some singers with respiratory difficulties. Thank you.