Auditions are required for all classes except Regular Chorus, which is for beginner singers who have had little to no experience at all. Although sight reading of the music is not a requirement, Mr. Williams, the choral teacher, makes sure to practice sight reading daily.
Membership is open to students who successfully pass an audition.
The majority of literature is from the Renaissance period but other styles of music will be done also. Music such as Spiritual, Motets, and some Pop music. Most of the music to be learned is written for small performing ensembles and will be sung a cappella. Madrigal students will be required to perform music with concert choir at various times throughout the year. One thing that is very unique is that Walter Johnson is the only Madrigal Chorus in MCPS, that dresses in Renaissance clothing.