Wellesley Choral Society

The Wellesley Choral Society was founded in 1947 after several choruses in the town of Wellesley joined forces for a holiday festival, and the Wellesley Community Chorus, as it was called until 1966, was born. The first conductor of the Chorus was Amy Young Burns.

Currently the Society has roughly 55 members. Our purpose remains the same: to study and perform the world's great choral music, both sacred and secular.

Wellspring Ensemble

n 2013, Evan Norberg was approached by music colleagues to form a choir because of his known, deep commitment to creating great choral music. Evan began selection among music majors, music educators, and musicians from his long experience of singing throughout Western and Central Washington; pieces were selected and rehearsals began.

Since then, Wellspring Ensemble has quickly stationed itself firmly in the Seattle choral scene. As a group, Wellspring Ensemble quickly realized that they were so much more than singers with outstanding musicianship; its members are carpenters, lawyers, web and graphic designers, and more.

Their multifaceted talents were the pieces Wellspring Ensemble needed to grow to more than the sum of its parts. A font of knowledge, a shared love for bringing excellence in choral music to life, and a familial connection to one another give Wellspring Ensemble a dynamic all its own; you will truly enjoy this unique, connected experience!

Wendell P. Whalum Community Chorus

The Atlanta University Center Community Chorus (AUCCC) was founded in 1966 to provide concert and commencement music for the Atlanta University Summer School. A notice from the late Dr. Wendell P. Whalum, the founding director of the Chorus, to a few experienced singers in the community brought an overwhelming response and they assembled each week for rehearsals.

During future summers, the group developed into one that included not only the graduates of the Atlanta University, but all the

undergraduate colleges in the Atlanta University Center as well as persons who had graduated from other institutions outside the Atlanta area. The initial number of twenty (20) singers has grown to as many as sixty (60), with an ongoing enrollment of fifty (50).

Wescustago Youth Chorale

Ann Dillon founded The Wescustago Youth Chorale in 1998. Ann had a vision for a community-based, non-sectarian youth choir that would not only strive for musical excellence, but also promote mutual respect and inclusivity. For the past 22 years, singers have helped Ann bring that dream to reality! WYC began with one group of 24 voices in grades 6 - 12; we now have three groups of over 50 voices in grades 3 - 12.

WYC has performed with Portland Symphony Orchestra in their production of Magic of Christmas, Maine State Ballet's Nutcracker, with Natalie McMaster with Portland Ovations, York County Concert Association, Harlem School of the Arts in NYC, Maine State House, several festivals and retirement centers, many Community Fundraisers such as Make a Wish, Lions Club, Maine Council for Child Abuse and Domestic Violence, area Churches and Community Tree Lightings. WYC has also enjoyed collaborations with several other choral groups. They have also sung the National Anthem at several venues, including at Fenway Park for the Boston Red Sox, Hadlock Field for the Sea Dogs, the Portland Expo Building for the Red Claws, and at the Cumberland Center Civic for the Portland Pirates.

West Bay Chorale

The West Bay Chorale began its life as the Warwick Ecumenical Choir in 1979. Prominent members of local churches got together to begin the effort. Membership grew, and the first name change occurred when the choir became the Warwick Civic Chorale. As part of the Warwick Consortium of the Arts, the Chorale sang for many civic events. It received its first grant from the "Arts in the Park" program. When members of the Chorale began coming from all over the West Bay, the name was changed to again reflect new scope within the group. The Chorale was incorporated in the State of Rhode Island in 1995 and received IRS 501(c)(3) status in 1996.

West Branch Chorus

West Central Connection

The West Central Connection Chorus is a men's a cappella chorus located in Willmar, Minnesota and serves the west central part of the state. The West Central Connection Chorus is a member of the Barbershop Harmony Society. We rehearse at the Willmar Community Center on Monday evenings at 7:00 pm. Our director is Todd Mattison and we invite any men interested in singing to join us.

West Chester Area Community Chorus

The West Chester Area Community Chorus is an all volunteer group of over 160 men and women from not only West Chester, PA but many communities in Chester, Montgomery and Delaware counties, as well as nearby Wilmington, DE.

Our organization offers an opportunity for people to sing in a no-pressure chorus. We ask that you enjoy singing and have fun but do not require auditions and therefore welcome singers of all voice parts and skill levels. New members are encouraged to join during the first two months of each season.

We meet for rehearsal at East High School in West Chester, PA almost every Monday evening during the school year. We typically perform two concerts, in January and May, and also perform at other community events throughout the year. These venues have included the Philadelphia Phillies, Wilmington Blue Rocks, The West Chester Old-Fashioned Christmas and a variety of other community activities.

West Coast Singers

Founded in 1983, the West Coast Singers is the third oldest Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Straight Ally, mixed chorus in the nation. In that more difficult time, the original intent was to provide a safe place for Gay men and Lesbians to come together and sing. Now, in our 35th year, our membership and musicianship have both grown. With more than 80 active singers, we believe that the West Coast Singers is one of the premier LGBTQ choruses in the world, offering the rich, full-bodied sound that can only come from a mixed chorus of voices.

Diverse voices uniting to inspire positive change. In this vision statement, it perfectly describes who we are, the LGBTQ+ Chorus of Los Angeles.

With a broader definition made clear in our mission statement: Our quality musicianship, engaging choral performances, and inclusive environment unite LGBTQ and Ally singers to celebrate diversity, inspire equality, and build a community of acceptance.

As a community chorus, we seek to embrace the wide diversity of experience from all walks of life in Los Angeles. Members of West Coast Singers are gay and straight, young and old, and from various countries, cultures and histories who have joined together because of a shared love of singing and choral music. In the process, we demonstrate a positive example of diverse elements working together in harmony. In addition, we seek to educate and facilitate mutual respect between the LGBTQ community and the community at large. We also strive to be an active and giving member of our community...performing for many social and charitable organizations.

As a community chorus, we sing to our fullest potential, making the best music that can be made. Our membership is comprised of singers with a wide range of skill levels. Some are professional musicians, while others sing simply for the joy and camaraderie that comes from being with others who are also inspired by music. The result is a group that has created choral performances of the highest possible caliber.

West Hartford Women's Chorale

The mission of the West Hartford Women's Chorale is to enrich the cultural life of the community by performing a broad repertoire of vocal music and to provide music and music education for the benefit of the community. The Chorale takes pride in performing challenging, diverse music in a broad range of innovative and entertaining styles. Open to any woman who wants to sing, the Chorale provides a supportive learning environment for its singers regardless of prior music experience.

The Chorale provides young artists with opportunities to perform with the group and also supports an annual scholarship for music students. Besides two yearly concerts, the Chorale hosts an annual Festival of Women's Voices and regularly performs for the benefit of other charitable organizations.

West Lynn Community Chorus

We are a non-auditioned chorus made up of singers of all levels from West Linn and surrounding communities. The chorus is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization run by a volunteer board of directors. The board's monthly meetings are open to all members.

West Marin Choir

Common Voice is the Community Choir of West Marin, singing uplifting group harmony songs and chants from around the world. All voices are welcome, and absolutely no music or singing experience is required. Common Voice is a nonprofit program of Sound Orchard.

West Michigan Gay Men's Chorus

in 2008, a group gathered around one idea: creating change one voice at a time. Since then, the West Michigan Gay Men's Chorus has welcomed all voices-male, female, nonbinary, gay and straight-to join in song as we celebrate music that connects us all.

The WMGM Chorus performs at a variety of events throughout the season, including a Holiday concert, a spring concert, and community events such as Festival of the Arts and Grand Rapids Pride celebrations.

West Shore Chorale

The West Shore Chorale is a non-profit arts organization, dedicated to enriching lives through the beauty and power of choral music. Committed to the highest performance standards, the Chorale presents a varied selection of repertoire, from traditional to rarely-heard compositions. By offering affordable ticket prices and highly accessible venues, the Chorale strives to share these great choral works with the widest possible range of audiences. A list of large works performed by the chorale can be seen at "Past Performances."

The Chorale regularly collaborates with local schools and other performance groups to showcase the talents of musicians from all walks of life. The group has performed on radio and television, with the Canton Symphony Orchestra, Cleveland Philharmonic, Lakeside Orchestra, Cleveland Women's Orchestra and Opera Circle; for the Ohio Choral Director's Association, and the Ohio Music Education Association and with many schools including Avon Lake High School, Learwood Middle School, Lakewood High School and Riverside Children's Choir. They have also collaborated with various community choirs including TrueNorth, Southwest Chorus, Good Company, the Oberlin Singers, The Ashtabula Community Chorus, Madison Chorale, Lakeland Civic Chorus, and the Wade Raridon Singers and the bell choirs from Rocky River United Methodist and Westlake United Methodist Churches.

West Shore Chorus

We are a community a cappella group specializing in women's barbershop singing. Our affiliate organization is Sweet Adelines International.

West Side 5

West Side 5, an award-winning vocal jazz ensemble based in New York City, is known for its refined sound and sophisticated approach to jazz. Inspired by greats like Manhattan Transfer, New York Voices, and The Real Group, WS5 has crafted its own unique sound, characterized by highly original arrangements, complex harmonies, and outstanding musicianship.

The group formed in the summer of 2009, bringing together five old college friends on the west side of Manhattan. They immediately garnered acclaim, winning the Mid-Atlantic Harmony Sweepstakes while being voted Audience Favorite and winning Best Arrangement for "Pure Imagination". They went on to be featured artists at the SingStrong A Cappella Festival, and have performed alongside groups including Blue Jupiter, Streetcorner Symphony, and The Bobs, as well as for Mayor Michael Bloomberg at Gracie Mansion in New York.

West Sound Chorus

West Sound Chorus is the performing chorus of the local chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society , formerly called the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America (SPEBSQSA), Inc.

The Chapter organized in 1978 with a goal of becoming one of the best men's singing groups in the area. In keeping with that goal, the chorus has been a very strong contender at the division and district competition level.

The Chorus has an active singing schedule. In addition to preparing for competitions, they present a Summer Show, which features top World Class Quartet talent, a Christmas Show, which highlights more local talent, appear at seasonal festivals, perform for corporate functions, and are available to support other organization's charitable programs. Several active quartets are also available and are called on to entertain the public for special occasions. They are especially busy around Valentines Day providing singing valentines and at Christmas time singing Christmas carols throughout the community.

West Towns Chorus

We love to sing and want you to come hear us! We perform throughout the Chicago Metro area.

West Valley Chorale

West Valley Chorus

Fan Page of the West Valley Chorus. A Barbershop Chorus with members in the Vacaville, Davis, Dixon, Winters, Fairfield, Suisun and Rio Vista communities in Northern California

WestBeat

WestBeat is comprised of the most incredible professional vocal talent in Southern California. The singers have accomplished a wide variety of work from releasing their own albums, contestants on American Idol, Broadway and Broadway tours, voiceover and session work, lead singers at several local theme parks, performing all over the world, cruise ships, award winning competition singers, and television! WestBeat performs all over Southern California and has also been seen performing at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, NV. They can also have been seen performing throughout the year at the Disneyland Resort!

The repertoire consists of top 40 hits from the 1930's all the way to what you are listening to on the radio today and performed with their own unique flair. We also have a large Disney repertoire and a vast holiday repertoire for everything from Halloween to Christmas. The wide variety of music and styles are sure to please guests of all ages.

Westchester Choral Society

Winner of the coveted Arts Organization Award of Arts Westchester, the Westchester Choral Society was founded by Sarah Stewart Bowne in 1942 to perform Bach's B Minor Mass with 15 singers. Today we are 60 singers performing works from Baroque to contemporary, presenting two concerts per season to audiences in Westchester and nearby communities. The Westchester Choral Society is a proud member of Chorus America, the Vocal Area Network, and Arts Westchester, which honored us in 2000 with its Arts Organization Award.

Westchester Chordsmen

The Westchester Chordsmen is a renowned a cappella chorus based in Westchester, New York. We perform throughout the year so come see one of our shows. Or visit us at one of our rehearsals every Monday evening at 7pm in White Plains. We're also available for hire for private events and all kind of celebrations. Just send us a message!

Western Colorado Chorale

In 1984, Dr. Monte Atkinson organized the Western Colorado Chorale, a group of approximately 40 singers. The Chorale's mission was to perform choral repertoire of the highest quality in the Grand Valley community. Our passion for this mission is what drives us today.

The Chorale has performed such masterworks as Bach's B minor Mass, Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, Durufle's Requiem, and Haydn's Creation, among many others. The Chorale's concerts also highlight more modern literature and explore hidden gems of choral music in their Fall and Holiday concerts. Members of the Chorale have also traveled to sing in Carnegie Hall several times.

The Western Colorado Chorale is a complementary organization to the Grand Junction Musical Arts Association and co-sponsored by Colorado Mesa University. It is managed by a Board of Directors.

Western Continentals

A funny thing happened to the Western Continentals on their way to the 1968 International championship. In 1965, only a year after they first got together, Dr. Curt Kimball, Ted Bradshaw, Paul Graham and Terry Diedrich placed eighth in the International competition.v

Then Curt, the tenor, was called to service in Vietnam and was replaced by Al Mau. They dropped to 21st in '66. They went to Los Angeles in '67, not only with Al but with a new bass, Phil Foote, replacing Terry. They won the silver medals. The next year, in Cincinnati, they captured the gold.

Western Reserve Chorale

The Western Reserve Chorale, based in Northeast Ohio, uses the power of a diverse range of choral music, often with orchestral accompaniment, to enrich the lives of its audience with free public performances. WRC also provides an engaging opportunity for members to experience the camaraderie and joy of high quality ensemble singing.

Western Wind

Since 1969, the internationally acclaimed vocal sextet, The Western Wind, has devoted itself to the special beauty and variety of a cappella music. The Ensemble's repertoire reveals its diverse background - from Renaissance motets to Fifties rock 'n' roll, from medieval carols to Duke Ellington, from complex works by avant-garde composers to the simplest folk melodies.

In addition to maintaining a demanding performance schedule, which has included such venues as Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, Kennedy Center, ArtPark, The Ordway Theater, The Metropolitan Museum, The Frick Museum, The Jewish Museum, Folger Shakespeare Library, Library of Congress, and the Cleveland Museum of Art, The Western Wind regularly conducts Workshops in Ensemble Singing. The workshops, attended by vocalists ranging from novice to professional, address the particular challenges of singing in small, largely un-conducted ensembles.

Westford Chorus

Since its founding in 1983, the chorus has transcended the bounds of a community chorus by performing diverse and challenging music from sacred to secular, classical to contemporary. Past performances include works by Bach, Brahms, Faure Requiem, Ralph Vaughn Williams, Samuel Barber, Randall Thompson, Aaron Copland, Eric Whitacre, and music from Broadway. Performances are often accompanied by small orchestra ensembles - or even Flamenco dancers!

The Chorus has performed with a full orchestra, a swing band, a Bluegrass band and eclectic groups such as Urban Myth. The season may also include a Pops concert complete with cabaret-style seating. The Westford Chorus also brings music to the residents in area nursing homes and participates in community singing events.

Westminster Choir

Setting the standard for choral excellence for 90 years, the Westminster Choir is composed of students at Westminster Choir College, a division of Rider University's Westminster College of the Arts, in Princeton, N.J. It has been the chorus-in-residence for the Spoleto Festival USA since 1977, performing both in concert and as the opera chorus. The ensemble's 2010-2011 season includes a concert tour of Florida, performances at its home in Princeton, a broadcast of Westminster's annual An Evening of Readings and Carols holiday concert and its annual residency at the Spoleto Festival USA.

Its second recording with Maestro Miller, Noel, was released in September. A collection of French Christmas music and sacred works, the recording also features Westminster alumna Jennifer Larmore, the most recorded mezzo-soprano of our era, and organist Ken Cowan, a member of Westminster's faculty. The recording is also the centerpiece of the PRI Radio broadcast Noel - A Christmas from Paris, hosted by Bill McGlaughlin.

Westminster Chorus

Under the direction of Justin Miller, The Westminster Chorus is the 2009 'Choir of the World' Pavarotti Trophy winner and the International Chorus Gold Medalist of the Barbershop Harmony Society for 2010 & 2007. Uniquely composed of young and committed singers, the chorus in its current formation has been in existence for seven years. Motivated by the joy of joining with other young brothers in harmonious song, the chorus is truly grateful for the recent recognition it has earned and thrilled for the new performances and competitions to soon come.

Westosha Lakes Chorus

Westosha Lakes Chorus is a dynamic group of energetic women who are united by the joy of singing four-part acapella harmony (in the barbershop style), the quest of performing with musical excellence, and the friendships that naturally develop.

Westside Singers

The Westside Singers have been performing in Portland and beyond for over 70 years. Originally begun in 1945, the all-male chorus was known as the Forest Grove Gleemen. When women joined the chorus in the 1960s, the Forest Grove Gleemen became the Forest Grove Gleemen and Girls. As time passed, the chorus grew in size, drawing singers throughout Washington and Oregon. The focus changed to singing jazz standards and show tunes, and the name changed one more time to the Westside Singers.

Today Westside Singers is a jazz chorus of 30 singers, ranging in age from early thirties to the 70's. We boast three members with over 40 years experience with the Westside Singers.

The Westside Singers have performed at all kinds of local venues, including civic clubs, retirement homes, and private parties. We had the honor of singing the National Anthem at PGE Park and Memorial Coliseum. Internationally, the Westside Singers conducted a tour of Europe in the 1970s and held a command performance for Princess Grace of Monaco. The Westside Singers had the privilege of performing at the 1986 World's Fair in Vancouver, B.C.

One constant throughout the 60+ year history of Westside Singers and that is providing toe-tapping, finger-snapping, hand-holding musical entertainment throughout the Portland metropolitan area and beyond. That's what makes us "Oregon's Ambassadors of Song".

Whatcom Chorale

Whatcom Chorale brings our community a rich heritage of music in a variety of presentations. Our purpose is to present both accompanied and a cappella choral music which includes sacred, classical and contemporary styles in a variety of languages. We believe that the universal voice, which speaks through these works, aids in restoring a healthy balance and a sense of connectedness in our community at deeply personal, spiritual and intellectual levels. We seek to carry forth the tradition of creative musical human experience that has existed for centuries. We provide opportunity for people in our community to participate in music that inspires them, that they enjoy, and that offers creative growth. We seek to provide experiences for those with choral talent to sing with the most skilled and trained people among us.

Wheatland Chorale

Wheelhouse

Wheelhouse officially formed in January 2002 and consist of four die-hard barbershoppers. Yes, these are the men you've seen wandering aimlessly about, in search of three other willing souls to help ring just one precious barbershop chord. We are the "tag hogs", "lobby rats", and "chord worshippers" your parents warned you about. One thing is for sure, and that's our love and dedication to creating the most beautiful, vocal music possible.

Whiffenpoofs

Every year, 14 senior Yale men are selected to be in the Whiffenpoofs, the world's oldest and best-known collegiate a cappella group. Founded in 1909, the "Whiffs" began as a senior quartet that met for weekly concerts at Mory's Temple Bar, the famous Yale tavern. Today, the group has become one of Yale's most celebrated traditions.

More than 100 years ago, on a frosty January night in New Haven, Connecticut, five of the Yale Glee Club's best singers convened at Mory's Temple Bar to escape the cold. Louis Linder, the tavern's barkeep and a music aficionado, welcomed them in, beginning an institution that survives to this day.

Of those original five singers, four were members of the Glee Club's prestigious Varsity Quartet, a group that sang together regularly at various alumni events. Unwilling to restrict themselves to performances at public functions, the group began to meet on a weekly basis at Mory's, where they improvised harmonies to the songs they loved so well. These weekly meetings soon became a hallowed tradition amongst the singers.

White River Sound Chorus

White River Sound is a chorus of women full of warmth and congeniality, joining together to present wonderful music. We join our voices weekly in rehearsals, and offer our harmony to the community at special events or by invitation. Our style of a capella singing remains dedicated to the American Art of Barbershop Harmony. This unique art of singing style, chord structure, and strict blend of voices gives a heartwarming and pleasing ring of chords and a moving communication of music. We work diligently to perfect the elements of the style, add interest and expression to the performance, all the while making a fun and enjoyable atmosphere for our members. We surround each other with music and love, always striving to project those emotions to our audience.

White Rose Chorus

The White Rose Chorus is the York, PA chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. The chapter was founded in 1945 as the York Chapter, SPEBSQSA, Inc. and is one of over 750 chapters in North America.

The chorus performs around the community in senior care facilities. We have performed festivals including Wingstock and Christmas Magic, appeared on the Culture and Main television show, and sang the National Anthem for the York Revolution from 2013 to 2018. We compete in the Central Division of the Mid-Atlantic District in regional contests against other chapters. The Chorus won the "Most Improved Chorus" Award in 2018 and advanced to the "AA" plateau for the first time. The plateau system was established in 2006.

Who's Your Daddy

"Who's Your Daddy!": A Playlist For Today's Rock & Roll Fathers

For better or worse, we've come a long way from the days when rock & roll was an entirely pure form of generational rebellion. Even in my lifetime, I've seen fathers go from older dudes who yelled, "Turn that racket down!" to roving bands of aging dads in jeans and t-shirts who are more likely to ask the kids if they can sit in and jam with their emo bands. Where I live, when a dad tells you that he's taking his kid hunting, he generally means record hunting at Amoeba Music.

Wichita Chamber Chorale

In the early months of 1978, the Wichita Chamber Chorale was founded by Philip Coleman, Michael Pohlenz, Nolen Pridemore and Howard Webb, who had studied music education together and been members of the Singing Quakers at Friends University in Wichita, Kansas. Dr Pohlenz and his friends envisioned an auditioned community choir for adult singers in south central Kansas, and later that spring the Wichita Chamber Chorale presented their premiere concert with an ensemble of 30 of the region's best singers. Dr Pohlenz conducted and Dr John Leavitt accompanied the Chorale before a large and appreciative audience at East Heights United Methodist Church on April 23, 1978.

Wichita Chorus

The Wichita Chorus is part of Sweet Adelines International, an amazing group of women, singing real harmony, and having real fun today! Our Chorus invites women to enrich their lives by realizing their full singing potential. You'll be amazed by the unlimited experiences and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities you'll find as a member.

Wicker Park Choral Singers

"Choral music is a perfect example that something can equal more than the sum of its parts. By working together, we can do amazing things. In a time of divided ideologies, global uncertainty, and in a place like Chicago where entire neighborhoods can be overcome by violence and hopelessness, what better antidote than choral music to bring people together and make them a bit happier?" - Mark Tomasino, Founder & Artistic Director

Wild Rose Chorale

The Wild Rose Chorale is celebrating twenty years of great a cappella music. Though our membership has changed over the years, our goals have not: we strive to bring the highest quality vocal music to audiences of all ages Our repertoire includes lush jazz arrangements, traditional and show tunes and the occasional novelty number. If "a cappella" is our first name, "entertainment" is our second name.. Audiences come back again and again because they have so much fun watching us have fun! Wild Rose is a diverse group of singers whose interests and careers include computer consultant, health professional, dental hygienist, band director, newspaper writer, piano teacher, biofeedback specialist, minister, golfer, parent and grandparent. All share a love of a cappella pop and jazz vocal music.

Wilderness Road Chorus

Wilderness Road Chorus presents barbershop-style musical harmony throughout the New River Valley. If you are a woman, 16 years of age or older, and enjoy singing harmony, join Wilderness Road Chorus. The Chorus is a community organization of women singers dedicated to music education, quality musical performance, and promotion of unity and fellowship for the advancement and enjoyment of the art form of four-part a cappella singing known as barbershop harmony.

Willamette Master Chorus

The WMC promotes choral excellence through musical collaboration, education, and performance.

William Ferris Chorale

The William Ferris Chorale brings Chicago audiences new and unexpected choral music in programs highlighting music written by living composers.

Williamsburg Choral Guild

Established in 1975, the Williamsburg Choral Guild is a mixed voice SATB all-volunteer chorus that presents four major concerts each season. The Guild enjoys the enthusiastic support of the community as it fulfills its mission to bring magnificent choral music to the Greater Williamsburg destination. The Guild's Artistic Director is Brian J. Isaac.

Williamsport Civic Chorus

The Williamsport Civic Chorus is an open community of singers dedicated to making fine music accessible to all through education, participation and inspiration.

Music for the people - by the people" has been the motto of the Williamsport Civic Chorus/Choir since 1944; the objectives are still the same: to study and perform choral works that will promote our individual and collective growth as well as that of our audience.

Willis Patterson Our Own Thing Chorale

The Willis C.Patterson Our Own Thing Chorale, established in 1969, is named for its founder and director Willis C. Patterson, an Ann Arbor native and U-M Professor Emeritus. The Chorale has performed extensively in the greater Ann Arbor area, and throughout Michigan and beyond. With a culturally diverse membership with individuals from the greater Ann Arbor area, representing varied careers and a wide range of musical experience, the Chorale is committed to the preservation and performance of traditional Negro spirituals as well as contemporary choral compositions written and/or arranged by African American composers and musicians. The Chorale also works to raise funds for the Our Own Thing Instructional Program (OOTIP). These instructional offerings take place in the Community Church of God in Ypsilanti.

Wilmington Children's Chorus

The Wilmington Children's Chorus name has become synonymous with excellence: excellence in singing, excellence in performance, and excellence in education. A multi-cultural children's choir, WCC gives youth the opportunity and tools to excel while enriching the community with the unique sound and spirit of children's voices. WCC involves over 300 singers, ages 5-18, in five different performing ensembles and three Neighborhood Choirs in collaboration with OperaDelaware. They regularly collaborate with the region's top arts organizations and engage in international exchanges with young musicians from Wilmington's Sister Cities. Since 2002, WCC has provided this high-quality educational program for youth without the burden of tuition or membership fees.