The U.S. Army Chorus
Alto Vocalist
Apply before: January 29, 2026
Audition date(s): April 13, 2026

From its inception in 1956 to the present, The U.S. Army Chorus has established and maintained a reputation of musical excellence. Beyond the traditional military music and patriotic standards, Army Chorus repertoire covers a broad spectrum of genres to include pop, Broadway, folk, and classical music.
Along with performances for presidents, visiting dignitaries and heads of state, the Chorus has appeared in our nation’s most prominent concert halls and music festivals. They have collaborated with such distinguished and diverse musical luminaries as Renee Fleming, Denyce Graves, Sylvia McNair, Christopher Jackson, Kelly Pickler, Kenny Loggins, Lee Greenwood, Lou Rawls, and Miss America Naima Franklin, as well as the National Symphony, Atlanta Symphony, Cincinnati Pops, and Aspen Festival orchestras. Notable alumni include Charles Osgood, George Shirley, Steve Lawrence, Richard Stilwell, Martin Katz, and Alvy Powell.
Main duties include rehearsals and performances with The U.S. Army Chorus as ensemble member and soloist, as well as opportunities to be featured with the Concert Band, Orchestra, Strolling Strings, and other ensembles of The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own”. Members also undertake collateral duties as needed in support of the day-to-day operations of the unit.
Audition Information
Auditions will be held at Brucker Hall, home of The United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own” at 400 McNair Road, Fort Myer, Virginia 22211-1306.
- All candidates must submit a recorded preliminary audition.
- For civilian candidates that advance from a recording into the semi-finals, the U.S. Army will cover travel expenses (pending enlistment qualification and funding approval).
- The semi-final round, and any subsequent rounds, will take place on April 13th, 2026.
Audition Dates
Deadline to Submit Recorded Preliminary Audition
January 29th, 2026
Live Auditions
April 13th, 2026
Recorded Preliminary Repertoire List
Recorded Preliminary Audition Repertoire (.pdf)
Eligibility
All applicants must meet basic enlistment standards for The U.S. Army including:
- Age 17-34 at the time of the audition
- Currently hold U.S. Citizenship
- Meet height/weight standards
- Meet medical, moral, and physical requirements. If you have any preexisting medical conditions, recent surgeries, or criminal history, please consult with your local Army Recruiter prior to applying to confirm enlistment eligibility.
Applications
To apply for this vacancy, candidates must submit the following using the "Apply Now" button below:
- One-page résumé (.pdf) including your current e-mail address, home address, phone number, and birthdate.
- Current military applicants must also include (1) their Soldier Talent Profile or equivalent, (2) a Letter of Intent to Release from their Commander, and (3) their last two NCOERs (if applicable).
Contact an Auditions Coordinator
Applicants with questions or concerns regarding the U.S. ARMY CHORUS ALTO VOCALIST VACANCY may contact Sergeant First Class Matthew Evans.
Benefits
Compensation
The annual starting salary for Staff Sergeant equates to $79,612 without dependents and $86,416 with dependents
Healthcare
Full medical and dental coverage
Paid Leave
30 days paid vacation annually
Retirement
The Blended Retirement System allows you to immediately begin contributing to a retirement account, in addition to being eligible for a pension after 20 years of active duty service.
Education
Earn full tuition for higher education through the Post 9/11 GI Bill. Also, tuition assistance is available for continuing education.
Military Rank
Members of “Pershing’s Own” are given the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) of 42S (forty two sierra), “Special Band Musician”. Personnel are promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant (E-6) two months after completion of Basic Combat Training.
Location
Permanent duty assignment to Fort Myer, VA, located near the heart of Washington, DC
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Eligibility
- All applicants must currently hold U.S. Citizenship
- Civilian applicants must be 34 years of age or younger at the time of the audition
- All applicants must meet the standard requirements for enlistment in the United States Army