Community Chorus

Based in Chestertown, MD

Since its founding in 1999, the Chester River Chorale (CRC) has evolved into an all-volunteer, eighty-five-voice community chorus. The CRC, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, includes members from several counties on the Upper Eastern Shore, with a range of experience from those with graduate music training to church choir members to "shower-stall singers."

While some experience in choral singing is desirable, there is no requirement either for an audition or the ability to read music. Members range in age from teenagers to octogenarians and come together because they love to sing, to learn new music, and to enhance their skills.

The CRC's repertoire features classical masterworks and other sacred and contemporary music, including Broadway show tunes, spirituals, folk, pop and contemporary classical. The concert schedule includes A Chester River Holiday, a spring concert, and "Independence Forever" to kick off the annual Chestertown Tea Party Festival. The season also includes participation in the National Music Festival.

Founded - 1999.   Non Audition.

Audition Policy - While some experience in choral singing is desirable, there is no requirement either for an audition or the ability to read music.

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