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Location: Gordon Commons Proceed to Gordon Commons for breakfast.

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Location: Martel Recital Hall, Skinner Hall of Music Come and learn about the piano lesson program at Vassar. For any questions, please contact Tom Sauer.

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Location: Gordon Commons Proceed to Gordon Commons for lunch.

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Location: Martel Recital Hall, Skinner Hall of Music The Vassar College Orchestra is a full symphony orchestra of about 60 students. The group meets twice a week and gives two or three concerts per semester, performing masterworks of the symphonic repertoire. Participation is open to all students by audition, regardless of their chosen majors. The Vassar College Chamber Music program offers students opportunities to participate in string quartets, piano trios, wind quintets, and other less traditional formations, depending on the repertoire. The groups perform once each semester in the recital hall and several times in other venues on and off campus. Participation is open to all students by audition and may be taken for credit. For the audition, you will be asked to play two short contrasting excerpts (fast/slow) of your choice, and there will also be some simple sight-reading. If you have any questions, please email our Orchestra Director, Eduardo Navega. Please fill out a Google form to sign up for an audition. The forms will open on Monday, August 24, 2026.

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Location: Skinner Hall, Room 400 Please sign up in advance on the Choral Audition Google Form. The form will open on Monday, August 24, 2026. Join the Vassar College Choir (mixed), Treble Chorus, and Chamber Singers. The choral ensembles perform a range of music from early to contemporary, a cappella, and with orchestra. Students are encouraged to prepare one vocal piece in any language, preferably memorized. Choose a selection that shows your vocal range, diction, dynamic control, and intonation. Please bring a copy of the music with piano accompaniment, as an accompanist will be provided. You may also sing unaccompanied. Students who do not have a classical piece prepared may also present selections from musical theater or other music genres. If you have any questions, please contact the Director of Choral Activities, Christine Howlett.

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Location: Chapel Learn about the organ lesson program at Vassar. For questions about organ or harpsichord lessons, please contact Gail Archer.

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Location: VSA Office / College Center Room 207 VSA Open House: The VSA is the student government of Vassar College and all students are members of the VSA! Come meet your representatives on the VSA Executive Board and VSA Senate. Additionally, you will have the chance to learn about the positions available for members in your class year. Light refreshments will be available.’

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All are welcome to these religious services and spiritual practices. For more information, contact rsl@vassar.edu. 4:30–5:30 p.m. in the Chapel: Episcopal Church at Vassar College (ECVC) Protestant Christian Worship service. 4:30–5:30 p.m. at Chapel Tower Foyer: Vassar Catholic Community (VCC) Catholic Mass. 7:30–8:15 p.m. at Pratt House: Buddhist Sangha Sitting Meditation

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Location: Martel Recital Hall, Skinner Hall of Music All are welcome to participate in the Convocation Choir rehearsals in preparation for Convocation on Wednesday, September 3 at 3:30 p.m. Students auditioning for the Choirs are especially encouraged to join us! Please attend a minimum of two of three rehearsals on Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday from 5:15-6:30 p.m. For questions, please contact Christine Howlett, Director of Choral Activities.

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Location: Commencement Hill. Walk with your fellow group to commencement hill to take a picture with your entire class!

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Location: Gordon Commons Meet up with your Fellow Group and join them for dinner at the Gordon Commons.

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Location: Martel Recital Hall Presented by members of the music department faculty.

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Location: Noyes Circle. Serenading is one of Vassar’s oldest traditions. It is an opportunity for VC’s sophomores, juniors, and seniors to welcome the Class of 2028 and new transfers to the college via a song or two. Various acapella groups will be performing in honor of the incoming class. New students will also have an opportunity to perform for their peers.

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Location: Gordon Commons. Grab a quick late-night snack at the Grill and Coffee n Sweets!