San Antonio Chordsmen

The San Antonio Chordsmen is the original San Antonio Barbershop Harmony chorus. Today we are a mixed chorus of all ages, bringing barbershop harmonies in a way that serves our communities. We welcome all visitors and hope to see you at a rehearsal soon

San Antonio Mastersingers

The San Antonio Symphony Mastersingers is the official chorus of the San Antonio Symphony, under the direction of Dr. John Silantien. The chorus is the first symphony chorus to be created in Texas, formed in 1944, and the 2019-2020 season marked its 75th anniversary of performance with the Symphony.

The San Antonio Symphony Mastersingers is a highly acclaimed, 140-voice chorus of volunteers from throughout the San Antonio area and is featured in every area of the Symphony's performance schedule as well as several independent performances to benefit various

charitable causes such as local breast cancer research organizations, the Alzheimer's Association, the Memorial Holocaust Museum and the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower. Every December, the Mastersingers continues the community's tradition of enjoying Handel's Messiah which is also re-broadcast on KPAC, 88.3 FM, on Christmas Eve.

The Mastersingers have a reputation for meticulous preparation and professionalism that has brought the group frequent invitations for tours and guest appearances nationally and internationally. Through the years, the Mastersingers have performed in Carnegie Hall five times, in the Vatican in Rome, at High Mass at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, at the American Cemetery in Normandy and many other distinguished venues. Guest appearances have included performances with notables Beverly Sills and Andrea Bocelli in starring roles.

In 1994 at the 50th anniversary of the chorus, then San Antonio Mayor Nelson Wolff proclaimed the Mastersingers "one of the crown jewels within the San Antonio Arts community." Mayor Ron Nirenberg presented the chorus with a congratulatory proclamation in celebration of the 75th anniversary at the 2019-2020 Symphony season opening event, Mahler's Resurrection Symphony No. 2, which also celebrated the grand opening of the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts five years ago.

San Antonio Vocal Arts Ensemble

SAVAE (San Antonio Vocal Arts Ensemble) is a unique ancient world music ensemble that accompanies ancient vocal music on a diverse collection of early and traditional instruments from the Middle East, Europe, and North and South America.

San Clemente Choral Society

San Clemente Choral Society was created to provide an educational setting in South Orange County for musicians and those who simply love to sing with a passion to study and enjoy choral music. Our mixed voice chorus ranges in age from 18 to 80 and live in our community.

SCCS began in the fall of 2004 as a not-for-profit corporation designed specifically to promote choral music throughout South Orange County. The San Clemente Choral Society is a 501(c)(3) organization (#68-0595100) and your donation, contribution, patronage or gift is tax deductible. Since our inception we have provided singing opportunities for our members in concerts primarily in the cities of San Clemente, Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano. Our members rehearse each week and perform in concerts bringing our audiences a rich variety of choral music ranging from classical to contemporary pieces, performed with professional accompanists and soloists.

San Diego Children's Choir

The San Diego Children's Choir was founded by Polly Campbell and was incorporated as a non-profit public benefit corporation in 1990.

The Choir is open to boys and girls, ages four to 18. Rehearsals and performances of fine music literature form the foundation of instruction

San Diego Chinese Choral Society

The San Diego Chinese Choral Society (SDCCS) was formed in 1988 under the auspicious efforts of several friends who enjoyed singing and listening to music together. Over the past twenty years, the SDCCS has grown into a choir of over forty members.

We practice different styles of Western and Chinese (classical and modern) pieces to explore the cultural aspects of music. For the past several years, the SDCCS has held performances in the San Diego community to a wide audience of listeners.

Maintaining cultural ties within the community through music appreciation has always been one of SDCCS's aims. The selection of pieces, from classical, stylized Chinese works to popular Western melodies, reflects our cultural diversity. We have also enjoyed special concerts such as Songs from the Homeland, a performance of the exquisite works of Mr. Jiasheng Zhou at the Escondido Performing Arts Center (2001), and at the First Baptist Church (2006). Co-sponsored concerts with the South Bend Choral Society (1991) and with the Los Angeles Chinese Choral Society (2000) have also provided opportunities to bring larger communities together and to expand our ever-growing repertoire

San Diego Chorus

An a cappella show chorus of women singing 4-part harmony in the barbershop style, the San Diego Chorus is committed to both local entertainment and international competition. Dedicated to musical excellence and education, the San Diego Chorus holds a multitude of regional championship titles.

San Diego Fesitival Chorus

The non-audition chorus is open to all who enjoy the challenge of learning and performing choral classics and masterworks. The chorus rehearses every Monday evening from 7:00 to 9:15 p.m. We perform two concerts each year, as well as outreach concerts and travel tours. Performances include instrumental ensembles and feature vocal solo artists from the greater San Diego area as well as selected members from the chorus.

San Diego Gay Men's Chorus

Our Mission: To create a positive musical experience through exciting performances which engage our audiences, build community support and provide a dynamic force for social change.

San Diego Jewish Community Choir

The San Diego Jewish Community Choir was established in July of 2018. We are exploring a wide variety of Jewish music including liturgical prayers, Israeli favorites, musical theater by Jewish composers and much more. No audition or prior choral experience is required. Anyone who is interested in enjoying a Jewish musical, artistic and cultural experience is welcome to join us.

San Diego Jewish Men's Choir

The San Diego Jewish Men's Choir (SDJMC) has been performing for over 16 years. The choir has more than 25 members who share a common goal - the preservation and promotion of Jewish choral music. They fulfill this mission through concerts, recordings, community outreach events, and appearances at festivals. The choir is affiliated with the Center for Jewish Culture and Creativity in Los Angeles, a non-profit organization sharing similar goals.

Under the musical direction of Ruth Weber, the men's choir performs over 30 concerts a year throughout the Southern California area. They have been featured on the Chabad Telethon, on the documentary, Forever Strong, releasing in July 2015, and as back up singers for the Grammy nominated children's artist Mr. G. They perform music of all styles including, liturgical, pop, folk, gospel and musical theater, and sing in Hebrew, English, Yiddish, and Ladino.

San Diego Mannskor

San Diego Master Chorale

Widely recognized for its exciting, inspiring, and comforting performances, the SD Master Chorale is San Diego's premier choral ensemble, showcasing more than 100 of the region's finest singers. The Chorale was founded in 1961, and today continues its artistic ascent under the leadership of Music Director Dr. John K. Russell.

Dedicated to performing the finest choral repertoire, the SD Master Chorale embraces classical masterworks, new music by contemporary composers, film scores, and diverse works of many genres to unite audiences and musicians of all cultures, religions, and generations. Each year the Chorale appeals to thousands of San Diego residents and visitors, and is heard outside the concert hall with the San Diego Symphony via broadcasts on KPBS, San Diego's NPR station. The Chorale is also a regular participant in the San Diego Symphony's summer series on the Embarcadero.

San Diego North Coast Singers

SDNCS is recognized throughout Southern California for its exceptional artistic quality and the joyous and spirited performance of songs from diverse cultures. National and international tours as well as collaborations with professional musicians are regularly available to the advanced choirs.The young singers have appeared with the La Jolla Symphony and Chorus and the San Diego Symphony, performing such major works as Bernstein's Mass, Orff's Carmina Burana, and Stravinsky's Persephone.

In 2008, SDNCS commissioned and premiered a one-act children's opera, Mice and Beans: The Opera, based on the book by award winning author, Pam Munoz Ryan. SDNCS celebrated their 20th anniversary in 2013 by hosting The Youth Creating Harmony Children's Choral Festival, hosting five California youth choruses. In 2014 SDNCS' second annual Youth Creating Harmony Festival brought renowned Venezuelan conductor Maria Guinand to present a workshop on Latin American Music. In 2015, NCS hosted a high school choral festival including choirs from San Diego and Los Angeles, and in 2019 the Youth Creating Harmony festival united intermediate choirs from South Bay, Los Angeles, San Diego, and Tijuana, Mexico.

The youth have performed at numerous festivals and conferences and toured to New York City, Los Angeles, Denver, West Virginia, Italy, Austria and the Czech Republic. In 2016, members of North Coast Singers represented San Diego during a musical and cultural tour to Cuba.

San Diego Pro Arte Voices

he San Diego Pro Arte Voices is a non-profit 501c3 arts organization dedicated to presenting innovative performances as an individual professional chamber choir and as a larger collaborative partner with organizations such as art galleries, museums, universities, dancers, and instrumental musicians. Established in 2013, the San Diego Pro Arte Voices enjoys presenting traditional and non-traditional events in diverse venues bringing the arts and the artistic process to as many people as possible. The organization provides performing opportunities and career options for students and professionals in San Diego, California.

The San Diego Pro Arte Voices Chamber Choir is Choir-in-Residence at the annual San Diego Summer Choral Festival. Artists are incredibly passionate and dedicated to their own art forms. It is their life's work and yet, there are many people in the world who are not aware that artists make a living making art. The San Diego Pro Arte Voices encourages artists to explore collaborative opportunities outside their own discipline that could foster a change in audiences' understanding of how artists create art.

San Diego Women's Chorus

The San Diego Women's Chorus (SDWC) is a lesbian-identified, feminist sisterhood of musicians that welcomes members and volunteers from the vastly diverse LGBTQ and straight-ally communities. Founded in 1987 by community activist Cynthia Lawrence-Wallace, SDWC has grown from a group of 14 lesbians gathered around a piano in a private home to a thriving community with over 150 members who believe in the power of music and the power of women. For over 30 years, SDWC has provided a safe space that encourages women's creativity, celebrates diversity, and inspires social action.

San Diego Women's Chorus is a non-profit community chorus that strives to entertain and inspire audiences with music that speaks to issues as diverse as human rights, love, world peace, religious freedom, environmental harmony, inclusion and cultural diversity. SDWC supports and affirms the music of women, as well as lesbian and gay composers and arrangers.

San Fernando Valley Youth Chorus

The SFVYC presents an educational and enriching experience for the young singers as well as their audiences. Our music education includes singing, moving, listening, creating and performing. Additionally, community outreach is a component of our curriculum, bringing choral music to schools, senior citizen centers, churches and temples. The Chorus also offers Art & Song summer day camp, in partnership with Canoga Park Youth Arts Center. Tuition remains as low as possible, dependent upon outside support. At our rehearsals the children learn sight singing, music theory, voice control, and performance poise. The repertoire ranges from Renaissance to Broadway and appeals to a broad audience of both old and young.

San Francisco Bach Choir

The San Francisco Bach Choir is an auditioned volunteer choir providing the Bay Area with exceptional concerts, singing music of all periods but focused particularly on the music of J.S. Bach, his contemporaries, and predecessors. Founded in 1937, it is one of the oldest continuously performing community choirs in the western United States. The Choir uses a historically informed approach, period instruments, and professional instrumentalists and soloists.

San Francisco Bay Area Chamber Choir

The San Francisco Bay Area Chamber Choir was founded in 1978 and sings under the direction of Anthony Pasqua, who was named the choir's new Music DIrector in May 2011. Since its origin, the choir has been highly acclaimed for its sensitive and exciting performances of extremely varied and demanding literature. The choir continues to specialize in a cappella works of masters of the past and significant modern composers. The group has also performed large-scale works with orchestra and a variety of lighter works including American folk songs and spirituals.

San Francisco Boys Chorus

The Grammy award winning San Francisco Boys Chorus (SFBC) was founded by Gaetano Merola and Madi Bacon in 1948 to provide trained boy singers for the San Francisco Opera, and is today led by Artistic Director, Ian Robertson.

Maestro Robertson, who also serves as Chorus Director for the San Francisco Opera, has since 1996 built SFBC to over 220 singers from 50 Bay Area cities and more than 120 schools at campuses in San Francisco, Oakland, and San Rafael in California.

The SFBC recently performed at the inauguration of President Barack Obama in Washington, D.C., and has performed for His Majesty King Gustav of Sweden; HRH Queen Elizabeth II of England; HRH Prince of Wales and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall; Mikhail Gorbachev, President of the former Soviet Union; the late Pope John Paul II; General Colin Powell; Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi; Senator Dianne Feinstein; Senator Barbara Boxer; Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger; and San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom.\

San Francisco Chamber Singers

Established in 1989, the San Francisco Choral Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the performance of beautiful, inspiring choral music. To date, we have shared our joy and enthusiasm for choral music with more than 60,000 concertgoers.

San Francisco Choral Artists

San Francisco Choral Artists (SFCA) are a Bay Area chamber choir with a mission to foster new American choral music and to present eclectic, imaginative programs consisting of both new works and repertoire spanning 600 years in performances of uncompromisingly high quality.

San Francisco Choral Society

Inspired by the joy of singing and hearing choral music, the San Francisco Choral Society strives to be a premier symphonic chorus through the outstanding performance of choral masterpieces and new commissioned works. Infused with a commitment to excellence and education, our professional artistic and administrative staff, soloists, and orchestras work collaboratively with our all-volunteer auditioned singers to foster a vibrant, diverse, and interactive choral community, educate our singers and audiences, and extend our reach to youth.

San Francisco City Chorus

The San Francisco City Chorus is a self-supported, non-profit community arts and education organization that reflects the wonderful diversity of the Bay Area. We are an intergenerational group of 50-60 singers from various ethnic, economic and musical backgrounds that share a love for music, for singing and for our community. We are led by esteemed Bay Area musician Larry Marietta and accompanied by acclaimed organist John R. S. Walko.

San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus

During the fall of 1978, a call went out to men in and around the Castro who liked to sing inviting them to a gathering with the purpose of possibly creating a chorus. The driving force was Jon Sims, the conductor of the Freedom Band. October 30 was chosen as the date of the first "rehearsal" to be held at Everett Middle School. The word went out, flyers posted around the neighborhood. Interest mounted leading up to that first gathering held at Everett Middle School. Around 100 men showed up on the first night. The atmosphere of excitement was described as palpable. The men sang "If They Could See Me Now" and "Stouthearted Men"! Little did the men who gathered those 35 years ago know they were actually giving birth to a world-wide LGBT Choral phenomenon that now boasts hundreds of choruses around the globe.

San Francisco Girls Chorus

For more than 30 years, the San Francisco Girls Chorus has been recognized as one of the world's most respected vocal ensembles. Its level of training, performance, quality, range, and leadership in commissioning music for treble voices are lauded by musicians, critics, and audiences. San Francisco Symphony Music Director Michael Tilson Thomas says, "The San Francisco Girls Chorus is a treasure. Their training, musicality, and vibrant spirit are evident whenever they perform. I have enjoyed our long association and look forward to many years of collaboration."

San Francisco Lyric Chorus

San Francisco Lyric Chorus is an auditioned, medium-sized, mixed-voice chorus that performs a diverse repertoire with an emphasis on classical choral music and rarely performed works. We are an inclusive and welcoming community of singers, committed to excellent musicianship and creative programming.

San Francisco Lyric Opera Chorus

Opera is one of the oldest entertainment arts. It's an art form that involves a dramatic work in which singers and musicians perform a performance with the combination of texts and musical score, usually in a theatre. The art includes many of the regular contemporary theatrical works, including acting, scenery, costumes, and even including dance sometimes. Opera exhibitions and performances usually take place in a large, covered arena called an opera house. An orchestra accompanies performances.

San Francisco Opera Chorus

San Francisco Renaissance Voices

San Francisco Renaissance Voices made their debut in 2004 with a "standing room only" performance of Victoria's Requiem and quickly became a favorite of Bay Area Early Music audiences. We have consistently earned praise for our "gossamer sound ... a sound something akin to spiritual levitation" as well as recognition for our imaginative programming and christened the Bay Area's "hipper than thou" Early Music ensemble by San Francisco Classical Voice. We are dedicated to performing and exploring the a cappella choral music of the Renaissance particularly lesser-known and rarely-performed works, as well as exploring music from this period outside of the traditional European canon.

San Francisco State University Choirs

San Francisco Symphony Chorus

San Jose Pop Up Choir

This group is for those among us that like to sing, in the shower, on the road, in line at the store and in their own head during meetings. If you ever hummed or sang long to Lion King, Hamilton, Newsies, Annie, Schoolhouse Rock, Hr Puff N Stuff, the theme to the Beverly Hillbillies or quite frankly any music that touches you, then this might be the perfect place for you.

NO, you do not have to sing well. YES, you do have to enjoy singing.

Just about any kind of song will work, but here is the kicker, it would be nice if you were also interested in the possibility of performing in public. From spontaneous concerts in downtown San Jose, to caroling during the holidays and more. We will start with practice, individual songs to karaoke tracks and a cappella group songs, to solos, duos and themed singing for special projects.

Be great to hear your voice, come join in the fun.

San Jose State University Choirs

San Jose Symphonic Choir

Sandblasters

The Sandblaster Chorus was chartered in 1978 as the Coachella Valley Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. Over the years, the Chorus has grown both its membership and repertoire. The Sandblasters appear in public performances during the Coachella Valley Winter Season, including our Annual Show every March.

With nearly 40 active members, the Sandblaster Chorus sings barbershop-style, four-part a cappella close harmony under the direction of Betsy Flanagan. The Chorus rehearses year-round on Tuesdays and is the Coachella Valley's premier practitioner of the barbershop style. Whether you're a Tenor, Lead, Baritone or Bass, your interest in a cappella singing will be your ticket to musical enjoyment. If you love to sing and would like to experience barbershop harmony and the fellowship of other male singers, please drop in any Tuesday night and visit us.

Sandlapper Singers

The Sandlapper Singers is an auditioned chamber choir based in Columbia, South Carolina. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Dustin Ousley, the group is dedicated to celebrating American choral music and advancing the art of ensemble singing through performance, education, and outreach.

Sangerchor Boston

Saengerchor Boston is a mixed-voice German-American chorus whose members come from various communities throughout Massachusetts.

Sangre De Cristo Chorale

Sangre de Cristo Chorale (SDCC) is among the longest continually performing independent chorales in New Mexico. Formed by its members in 1978, this is a self-governing chorale of adult auditioned singers led by a distinguished director. The Chorale performs diverse choral music in northern New Mexico for the educational and artistic enrichment of the audience, the community, and its members.

Santa Barbara Choral Society

The Santa Barbara Choral Society is a nonprofit community-based music organization, serving the public by performing classic and modern choral music at the highest level, and fostering musical development and appreciation. Founded 1948.

Santa Barbara's premier chorus of 80 semi-professional annually auditioned singers performing classic and modern works at the highest artistic level.

Santa Barbara Master Chorale

Your community choir since 1984. Our Artistic Director and Conductor, Dr. Steve Hodson and Associate Conductor Erin Bonski-Evans direct the choir to present a variety of major choral masterpieces and lighter choral music four times a year.

Santa Clara Chorale

The Santa Clara Chorale is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) arts organization dedicated to enhancing the skills of choral singers and extending the knowledge and appreciation of choral singing and its tradition to new singers and audiences.

The Chorale brings together knowledgeable, amateur singers from a range of ages and backgrounds to study, rehearse and perform major choral works.

We strive for a quality of performance that challenges the chorus, attracts outstanding soloists and develops an appreciative audience.

Santa Clarita Master Chorale

The Santa Clarita Master Chorale promotes fine choral music through an annual concert series of outstanding quality, educational enrichment programs and involvement in community-based arts efforts. Under the direction of Allan Robert Petker, Artistic Director, the Chorale performs works selected from all periods of the choral repertoire.

Santa Cruz Chorale

The Santa Cruz Chorale, a non-profit organization founded in 1983, performs a wide-ranging repertory including works from the 15th century through music of our time. It was founded and initially directed by Mary Lynn Place Badarak, Lecturer for the Department of Music at UC Santa Cruz, as a community based volunteer adult chorus, as it continues today. In addition, the Chorale has made two international tours: the first to Northern Italy and Croatia, and the second to Spain, both under the leadership of Paul Vorwerk.

Santa Cruz Peace Chorale

Our chorus is made up of folks just about like you. We support our activities and expenses with season-long pledges. Dues are on a sliding scale; no one is turned away due to finances or experience. We are a non-auditioned mixed-voice community chorus of peace and justice activists. People who have trouble hearing/matching pitch may be asked to do extra work or confer with the director for determination of appropriate learning tools/environment.

Santa Fe Desert Chorale

Founded in 1982 by Lawrence Bandfield, the Santa Fe Desert Chorale is one of the longest-running professional music organizations in New Mexico, as well as one of the most distinguished.

The ensemble performs at historical sites in Santa Fe such as the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi and Cristo Rey Catholic Church, as well as other venues throughout the Southwest and across the nation. The Desert Chorale prides itself on its strong relationships within the community of Northern New Mexico, and enjoys collaborations with the Center for Contemporary Arts, Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, The Jewish Film Festival, Museum of International Folk Art, and galleries throughout Santa Fe, among others.

Santa Fe Harmonizers

The Santa Fe Harmonizers is an a cappella chorus open to anyone (high school and up) who enjoys singing and can carry a tune. Our citywide program is typically the last weekend of October in Los Alamos and Santa Fe.

Santa Fe Men's Camerata

Santa Fe Women's Ensemble

The Santa Fe Women's Ensemble performs choral music from many centuries and cultures in innovative and inspiring concerts. The Ensemble promotes the recognition, appreciation and creation of women's choral repertoire through performance, recording and commissioning new music, and furthers its community involvement through outreach and education. With an ongoing commitment to excellence, singers hone their musical skills with constant self-monitoring and evaluation by the director.

Santa Monica Chorus

The Santa Monica Chorus is an award-winning chapter of Sweet Adelines International, the oldest chapter west of the Rockies. We are an extraordinary group of women who gather together in celebration of the art form known as Barbershop, a uniquely American folk art with its traditional close, 4-part harmonies, ringing chords a cappella.