The Oratorio Society of 

Charlottesville-Albemarle The Oratorio Society of 

Charlottesville-Albemarle

Concert Attire

Concert dress os formal and conservative.  We aim for a high degree of uniformity so that the audience sees one choral body, not a collection of individual fashion statements. If you have questions about the suitability of items you plan to wear, ask your section leader; he or she will answer your questions or arrange to have someone help you.  The standards of dress for ladies and gentlemen follow.

Ladies

  • Black concert dresses purchased through the Oratiorio Society
  • Black stockings and comfortable black shoes with closed toe
  • 16-18 inch pearl-like necklace
  • No reflective jewelry and only pearl stud-style earrings are permitted
  • No perfume or hair spray as many people are sensitive or have allergies

Gentlemen

  • White (paper white) tuxedo shirt, plain studs and no ruffles
  • Black tuxedo, black tie, and black cummerbund
  • Black socks and black shoes
  • No jewelry
  • No cologne or aftershave as many people are sensitive or have allergies