Duquesne University Tamburitzans Hold Auditions for 2007-2008

January 18, 2007
Media Advisory

WHAT: The Duquesne University Tamburitzans will be hosting auditions for talent for the 2007-2008 performing season. Graduating high school seniors and current college undergraduates with dance, vocal or musical talent may audition for a spot in the ensemble, which performs the music, songs and dances of Eastern Europe and neighboring cultures.

Experienced dancers (folk, ballet, jazz, tap, classic), singers (folk, classical, musical theatre) and instrumentalists (clarinet, flute, violin, string bass, accordion, folk guitar, folk instruments, tamburitza, bandura, bayan, etc.) are needed to fill positions for next season’s production. Prior folk arts experience is desired, but not necessary.

For more information or to schedule an audition, call 412.396.5185, e-mail tamburitzans@duq.edu or visit www.tamburitzans.duq.edu for application and guidelines. Deadline for submissions is Feb. 6.

WHERE: The Tamburitzans Administration Building, 1801 Boulevard of the Allies

WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 7 and Thursday, Feb. 8

Duquesne University Tamburitzans
The Duquesne University Tamburitzans are dedicated to preserving and perpetuating cultural heritages through performance, while awarding scholarships to talented and deserving student performers. This year, they are celebrating their 70th anniversary as America’s longest-running multicultural song and dance company. The Tamburitzans perform from coast to coast, averaging approximately 80 shows per season.

Duquesne University
Duquesne is a private, coeducational university with nearly 10,000 students.  An extensive selection of undergraduate and graduate degree programs is offered across 10 schools of study. Duquesne is consistently ranked among the nation's top Catholic universities for its award-winning faculty and 128-year tradition of academic excellence.

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