Community Chorus

Based in Warren, NJ

Based in central New Jersey, Caritas Chamber Chorale was founded by BARBARA SANDERMAN in 2005 for the purpose of presenting a series of concerts of a cappella sacred music to raise funds for the Adorno Fathers' St. Francis Caracciolo Mission, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa. Since then, the Chorale has continued to support the African Mission. As of 2011, funds have specifically been dedicated to the the Mission's Gianni Diurni Primary School in Goma, DRC.

The name Caritas Chamber Chorale was chosen to reflect the group's desire to emulate the greatest of the Christian virtues: love. (The Latin term caritas is translated "charity" or "love.") The singers, who come from various communities and faith traditions, are united in their shared love of choral singing and their desire to aid those in need.

The founder and director of the group, Barbara Sanderman, has a long history of supporting the African Mission through music and in other ways. Ms. Sanderman was assisted in developing the Chorale by WAYNE DIETTERICK and STAN SZALEWICZ. Mr. Dietterick also serves as Composer in Residence and Assistant Conductor for Caritas.

Founded - 2005.  

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