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Four TENOR singers.
Singers should be able to sing at least a top G with confidence.
Music reading skills are desirable.

As well, there are vacancies for three SECOND BASS singers.
Singers should be able to sing at least a bottom D with confidence.
Music reading skills are desirable.
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