Membership is based on auditions occurring at the beginning of fall term.
The Aires travel extensively throughout the Northeast, singing with various other college and university groups. Other endeavors include a CD made every two years and a possible trip over the Winter break to the Caribbean. The Dartmouth Cords are an all male a capella group. Its repertoire is varied, featuring a smooth mix of jazz, doo-wop, barbershop and modern rock. Membership is determined by audition and availability of space.