The University Singers are the premier performing ensemble at York University.
Members are required to meet a rigid rehearsal schedule and to maintain a minimum
GPA. Each year they travel 3,000 – 4,000 miles representing York University. They
have performed all across the United States, as well as Canada and Japan.
The choir is comprised of all grade levels and majors, and is highly recognized for
their level of choral artistry. The University Singers are under the direction of
Dr. Clark Roush, Professor of Music and Endowed Chair for the Performing Arts.
Dr. Roush is in his 37th year as conductor of this group. Dr. Roush is active as a guest clinician,
conductor, and adjudicator, and is a published author. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree
at Harding University, his masters from the University of Iowa, and his Doctoral degree
from the University of Nebraska. Dr. Roush also is a motivational speaker and presenter
on leadership, time management, group dynamics, problem solving, and worship renewal.
University Singers
The premier performing ensemble at York University.
The University Singers are under the direction of Dr. Clark Roush,
Professor of Music and Endowed Chair for the Performing Arts.
45Average Ensemble Size
MusicSacred A Cappella & Secular
5Rehearsal Days a Week
Concert Recordings
2022-23 Performance Schedule
- Oct. 22 – 9:30 a.m. – Homecoming Chapel – East Hill church of Christ
- Nov. 13 – 3:45 p.m. – Hastings church of Christ, Hastings, NE
- Dec. 7 – 9:45 a.m. – Perform in Chapel at East Hill church of Christ
- Jan. 3 – 9 – WINTER TOUR
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Feb. 11 - 4 p.m.-7 p.m. --University Singers Fundraiser Appearance - Grand Central Foods, York, NE (Cancelled)
- Feb. 12 – Heartlands Church, Lincoln, NE
- March 14 or 15 – TBD
- April 8 – 1:00 p.m. – Panther Days Concert – Bartholomew Performing Arts Center
- April 23 – 7:00 p.m. – Spring Works Dress Rehearsal – Bartholomew Performing Arts Center
- April 24 – 7:30 p.m. – Spring Works – Bartholomew Performing Arts Center
- April 29 – 9:30 a.m. - Graduation -- Campbell Center
Contact
Dr. Clark Roush
Endowed Chair for the Performing Arts
Director of the York University Singers
Professor of Music
University Singers Audition Form