Volunteer
The Fischoff Competition features 110 remarkable performances over the course of just three days. To be a success, the Competition depends upon the help of approximately 100 dedicated community volunteers.
Volunteers are needed for a variety of shifts:
Green Room Greeter & Monitor – Greet ensembles, monitor room, watch belongings while ensembles are in their warm-up rooms and performing.
Warm-up Supervisor – Walk ensembles from the Green Room to their warm-up room, then backstage prior to their performance.
Stage Manager – Set the stage for each ensemble (set chairs, music stands, and assist staff with piano moving, if needed). Stage diagrams are provided for each ensemble.
Performance Supervisor – Sit near the jury and assist with timing performances.
Registration – On Friday morning, assist Fischoff staff by registering ensembles, distributing packets, and checking IDs.
Important Information:
- Each shift is approximately 3 hours long, training is provided, and no musical ability or musical knowledge is required.
- Attire is business casual, and comfortable shoes are a must!
- Volunteers are needed at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center and O’Neill Hall of Music on the campus of the University of Notre Dame.
- Shifts are available beginning on Friday morning and continuing throughout the rest of the weekend. Friday is the day when we need the most help – from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. If you have the time, we can find a shift for you!
The Fischoff Competition connects two extraordinary sets of people – the musicians who compete and the volunteers who help make the weekend happen. We’d love for you to join us!
How to Volunteer
If you’re interested in volunteering at this year’s Competition or have questions, please email Competition Director Miki Strabley at miki@fischoff.org. Please feel free to include your day and time availability and the type of shift(s) you might prefer.