1. What should I sing at my audition?
Our rushees are expected to prepare a Puccini aria. Just kidding! Sing something with which you feel comfortable, be it your most played on iTunes, your favorite Sinatra tune, or a medley of your high school choir’s greatest hits. Don’t feel pressured to learn a brand new song. In fact, it’s often best to sing something you already know. Your performance is far more important than the song that you choose—we would much rather see you confidently sing a simpler song than fret over a more difficult one. If you have specific questions, feel free to ask the Rush Managers.

2. What about rush meals?
In the weeks following your audition, you will have the chance to get to know Redhot & Blue over delicious dining hall cuisine.  These rush meals are a good opportunity to ask questions about Redhot, Rush, Yale, and life. Just be yourself and have fun: current Redhotties look back with fondness on their first conversations with the group, whether about lectures that will change your life or the frighteningly invasive squirrels on Old Campus.

3. I am a professional singer. Is Redhot right for me?
Redhot is unique among a cappella groups: in addition to our vocal excellence, our arrangements are extremely musically complex, ensuring that even the most seasoned singer will be sufficiently challenged. Redhot consistently places members in Yale’s senior a cappella groups the Whiffenpoofs and Whim ‘n Rhythm (the current musical director of the Whiffs is a Redhot alum), and in recent years no fewer than five former Redhotties have performed on Broadway.

4. I am a professional shower singer. Is Redhot right for me?
Many of Redhot's current members have no previous a cappella experience; some hadn't even begun singing before coming to college. Being in Redhot is a learning experience for everyone, and nobody is ever left behind. Don't feel discouraged if you've never been in musicals or singing groups—some of the most impressive talent is discovered in those with the least experience.

5. How much of a time commitment is Redhot?
Roughly 6-7 hours a week. We have five hours of full-group rehearsal and a one-hour sectional every week, in addition to concerts and tours (see the next question). Other than this, you are not obliged to spend another minute with Redhot. However, most Redhotties make some of their closest friends at Yale through a cappella, and members inevitably end up spending time together outside of rehearsal.

6. What’s this about tours?
One of the highlights of being in the group is travel, both domestic and international. Last year, Redhot toured San Francisco, the American South, and Japan. Next year, Redhot will spend winter break between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles, jet down to St. Louis and Kansas City for spring break, and, finally, explore France after classes end in May. For more information on past and present tours, visit our Tours page.

7. I missed Dwight Sign-up Jam, but I still want to audition. What should I do?
Stop. Do not pass go. Do not collect $200. But seriously, call or email our rush managers as soon as possible, and they will be happy to set you up with an audition time. We can't wait to hear you sing!

8. Apparently my questions aren't asked frequently enough!
If you have questions or just want to chat, call or email our rush managers.