Amadeus Choir of Greater Toronto
Natasha Bood
416-446-0188
info@amadeuschoir.com
www.amadeuschoir.com


Welcome to The Canary Pages - The WholeNote’s 24th annual directory of Ontario choirs.
We hope you’ll enjoy browsing these profiles where choirs introduce themselves, in their own words. Are you new to the region, maybe a lapsed chorister looking to sing again? Are you secretly thinking of joining a choir for the very first time? This is the perfect place to start your search. There are choirs that have been around for decades, and groups new to the scene. There are large choruses, small chamber ensembles, children’s and youth choirs, auditioned choirs and those open to all, for every level of skill and commitment. Whether you want to sing or listen, there’s a rich world of choral music just waiting for you to discover and enjoy. Profiles will be added on an ongoing basis, so please check back frequently for additions and updates.
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Natasha Bood
416-446-0188
info@amadeuschoir.com
www.amadeuschoir.com
The award-winning Amadeus Choir of Greater Toronto enlivens the Toronto arts landscape through energetic performances, unexpected programming and artistic collaborations that redefine choral music.
Led by Artistic Director Kathleen Allan, the Choir champions the best of choral music and premieres works of Canadian and international composers through a self-produced Toronto concert series, guest performances, and special events. The Amadeus Choir regularly commissions work from high-profile and emerging Canadian composers and recently established the Choral Creation Lab, a residency for composers and poets to co-create original works.
The Amadeus Choir has received numerous awards and is well-known across Toronto and beyond through tours, festivals, recordings, radio broadcasts, and unique artistic collaborations.
Liz Kochummen
416-431-0790
office@bachchildrenschorus.ca
www.bachchildrenschorus.ca
Founded in 1987, the Bach Children's Chorus (BCC) provides a first-rate choral experience for children, youth and young adults, and has instilled a love of music in generations of singers for 39 years. Led by Artistic Director Meredith Wanstall, the BCC is known for setting a high standard of music education and performance experiences for community choirs through its integrated program of choral vocal technique, ear training, music theory and sight-singing. The BCC consists of seven ensembles, with music education programs for singers in JK/SK to Grade 1, and performance-oriented programs for singers in Grade 2 to post-secondary. The BCC offers a welcoming and inclusive environment and is committed to providing broad access to robust music education and joyful music-making for families in Toronto, York and Durham.
Alexander Cann
416-605-1066
info@bachelgar.ca
www.bachelgar.ca
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The Bach Elgar Choir (BEC), founded in 1905, is one of Canada’s longest-running choral organizations and a cornerstone of Hamilton’s artistic and cultural life. Led by Artistic Director Alexander Cann, BEC presents a four-concert season featuring choral masterworks and innovative programming that engages both longtime audiences and new audiences. The choir regularly collaborates with the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra and leading Canadian artists. BEC has integrated film and newly commissioned scores, including Der Golem (2026), reflecting a rich legacy and a forward-looking vision that continues to shape Hamilton’s cultural landscape.
Cathy Mullen
905-683-6255
belcantoads@gmail.com
www.belcantosingers.ca
Bel Canto Singers is a four-part (SATB) community choir made up of members of all ages and backgrounds who share a love of choral singing. Under the direction of Michael Morgan, the choir meets Tuesday nights at Scarborough Bluffs United Church, 3739 Kingston Rd., to have fun and rehearse a varied program of music in preparation for two formal concerts each year. New members are welcome, especially altos, tenors and basses. For information, see our website or call Cathy, our membership secretary.
Our 2026/27 season features “Peace by Piece”, with the theme of peace on Earth, on December 5, 2026 and “Oui the North”, featuring all-Canadian content, on May 1, 2027. Find tickets on our website.
Ian Davies
519-319-5847
info@celticchoir.ca
www.celticchoir.ca
The Canadian Celtic Choir, founded in 1996 by Dan Surman (BFA, B.Ed), is a London-based SATB choir of about 50 members that has built a solid reputation as one of the most in-demand choirs in SW Ontario. Our artistic director is Paul Grambo, MMus, and we are accompanied by Stephen Holowitz, BMus, BEd. Our repertoire features songs from Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, and the Maritimes. Recipient of the Mayor’s Award from the City of London for our cultural contributions to the city, the CCC won Most Popular Classical Choir at the Forest City London Music Awards in 2015. We toured Newfoundland and Labrador in June 2025, where we performed five concerts. Tours are planned every 3-4 years. Our most recent CD is Winter-Songs of the Season (2025). Other recordings are available on our YouTube channel and website.
Cheryll Chung
416-509-8122
cantabilechambersingers@gmail.com
www.cantabilechambersingers.ca
Cantabile Chamber Singers is a non-profit, Toronto-based chamber choir, formed in 2006 by artistic director Cheryll Chung to raise social awareness through music. We are committed to enlightening audiences and attracting a new generation of Canadians to the resonance and enrichment of choral music through a combination of informed interpretation and innovative programming. We believe in engaging with cultural diversity through our programming and promoting music written by living composers of the present. We have toured across Canada, participated in various festivals and have been featured in The WholeNote magazine, Choirs Ontario and Chorus America 'Voices" publication. We have a CD available on iTunes and Spotify! You can find us on X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram.
Bruce Morrow
905-884-7922
info@chorusyork.ca
www.chorusyork.ca
Chorus York is a mixed-voice choir for adults of all ages, based in Richmond Hill, Ontario. Led by our passion for singing, we strive to inspire the growth and enjoyment of choral music in our community through the performance of a variety of choral music, ranging from Bach to Broadway, to Show Tunes and Classical. We are a sought-after community choir that welcomes diversity in its membership and is recognized for performance excellence and strong community ties. Singers who are interested in joining Chorus York may email for additional information.
Chorus York's current conductor is Dr. John Holland, B.Mus, Art. Dip, M.Mus, PhD, who joined our organization in 2024. He brings inspired leadership and over twenty years of experience as a professional opera singer, choral conductor, and music educator to our choir.
Maureen Pecknold
416-878-1246
chromavocalensemble@gmail.com
www.chromavocalensemble.ca
Chroma Vocal Ensemble is a 24-member mixed choir, formed in 2022 by a group of musicians who share a passion for creating uplifting and exquisite choral music. Chroma aspires to evoke the intensity of infinite colour that its name represents. Under the leadership of founding Artistic Director Mitchell Pady, Chroma celebrates Canadian composers, showcasing music that inspires a love of the choral arts in its audiences. In collaboration with established and emerging composers, Chroma Vocal Ensemble is dedicated to exploring new possibilities for ensemble singing.
Taylor Sullivan
416-222-5417
taylorsullivan@yahoo.com
www.cummeravenueuc.ca
The Cummer Avenue United Church choir has returned to our newly renovated building at the corner of Cummer Ave. and Yonge St. We are a group of volunteer singers, supported by professional section leads, that provide strong musical leadership for Sunday morning worship services throughout the year. We offer a flexible program with a combination of small group ensembles and a full choir. Plans are also in place for concerts and other musical events encompassing a wide range of musical styles.
Sara Martin
519-725-7549
info@dacapochamberchoir.ca
www.dacapochamberchoir.ca
The DaCapo Chamber Choir was founded in 1998 under the direction of Leonard Enns. The choir’s mission is to promote the best of contemporary choral music through public performance, including intentionally championing Canadian music; we have premiered almost 40 new works by Canadian composers, and have commissioned three major choral works. DaCapo has also released 3 CD recordings - Still (ACCC Choral recording of the year), Shadowland (including the Juno-nominated Nocturne), and NewWorks (featuring all Canadian compositions submitted to our national NewWorks choral composition competition). Our 2025-26 programs “give ideas voice” - and this year we focus on an environmental theme, with a season of three concerts: “Cherish”, “Enchant”, and “Preserve”.
Anne Stanley
647-292-9995
info.echo@gmail.com
www.echochoir.ca
Echo is an adult treble-voice, non-auditioned choir which welcomes women, trans and non-binary folks in a strong, inclusive, mutually supportive community in the heart of Toronto.
Ever since its founding as a women’s choir in 1991, Echo has been committed to a unique and eclectic repertoire focusing on social justice, musical excellence and passionate expression. We collaborate frequently with local musicians who enrich our repertoire with music from diverse cultures and in a broad range of genres.
The ability to read music is helpful but not required. We are accessible to all through a sliding scale fee.
We rehearse Tuesday evenings and some Saturdays at Church of the Holy Trinity, Toronto. Our Echo Spring Concert, 35th Anniversary, will take place on May 10 at 3pm.
Echo gratefully acknowledges the support of the Toronto Arts Council.
Esther Farrell
226-384-3100
executivedirector@
www.theedisonsingers.com
Currently in its 7th season, The Edison Singers is a fully professional chamber choir founded and led by Juno & GRAMMY-nominated Artistic Director and Conductor, Dr. Noel Edison. Our vision is to reach out to communities large and small with the finest choral music.
We draw from a pool of 40 professional singers of diverse cultural and work backgrounds. We include choristers of all gender expressions, ethnicities and physical abilities. Please submit audition requests and resumes to Heather Fleming, coordinator@theedisonsingers.
We produce an annual concert series in four Ontario communities: Toronto Area, Niagara Area, Brantford and Wellington County. Additionally, we produce recordings under the international NAXOS label. Our newest release (December 2025) is a compilation of choral music by Canadian Composer, Timothy Corlis.
Janet Fralick
647-545-4263
info@etobicokecentennialchoir.ca
www.etobicokecentennialchoir.ca
The Etobicoke Centennial Choir (ECC) marks its 60th anniversary as a semi-professional community choir dedicated to artistic excellence. Our creative programming of classical masterpieces, contemporary compositions, and original works by acclaimed local artists captures the diverse musical traditions of Toronto and deepens community engagement with the arts.
ECC offers a challenging and supportive choral experience. Rehearsals are held on Tuesdays, September to June, from 7:30pm to 9:45pm at Humber Valley United Church in Etobicoke. New singers are invited to audition. Some choral experience and the ability to read music are required.
Our 2026–27 season features J.S. Bach's "Cantata 140, Sleepers Wake!" and Brahms' German Requiem, both with orchestral accompaniment, plus Night Songs by ECC composers Renglich and Henstra.
Albert Wong
416-392-1509
harbourfrontchorus@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/harbourfrontchorus
Come sing with us as we embark on our 21st season! Harbourfront Chorus is a non-auditioned adult community choir that meets on Tuesday evenings from September through to May. We perform a wide range of music encompassing anything from early Renaissance music to contemporary popular songs. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays from 7:30pm to 9pm at the Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre, located at the southeast corner of Queens Quay W. and Bathurst St.. Choral singing contributes positively to health and well-being. Please contact us for more information.
Dan Locke
519-209-8854
president@harbourtownsound.ca
www.harbourtownsound.ca
Created in 2003, Harbourtown Sound is the Hamilton Chapter of the Ontario District of the Barbershop Harmony Society…but we are so much more!
Beyond traditional barbershop-shop style quartets, Harbourtown Sound offers a wide range of sounds and professional a cappella entertainment styles to bring back fond memories or create new ones. From singing telegrams to large choral performances, Harbourtown Sound delivers memorable a cappella jazz, swing, soft rock, pop, traditional and inspirational music performances for any occasion.
Harbourtown Sound is proud to support local charities while serving, educating and entertaining community, business and charitable organization members, as well as senior citizens and schoolchildren in the greater Halton-Hamilton region.
Pat Keating
416-485-1988
info@jubilatesingers.ca
www.jubilatesingers.ca
The Jubilate Singers is a mixed-voice auditioned choir of 35 voices directed by Isabel Bernaus. The repertoire includes world music in original languages, orchestral works and 20-21C choral pieces. Recent collaborations include the Chilean-American composer, Freddy Vilches, performing with him, the Abya Yala Choral Suite, and secondly, the University of Guelph choir, the University of Toronto Spirit Singers and the composer, Andrew Balfour, performing Canadian Indigenous music. We rehearse on Tuesday nights in Toronto and perform three concerts a year, plus two community appearances. Interested singers may sit in on a rehearsal and book an audition, if desired. Join a welcoming, social and sophisticated choir and perform beautiful music for appreciative audiences.
Matthew Boutda
647-981-3705
matt@leasideuc.com
www.leasideunited.org
Music is central to worship at Leaside United Church, shaping the life of our community through a vibrant choral program. The Chancel Choir, an ensemble of approximately twenty singers, includes a professional core and dedicated volunteers, who provide musical leadership at the weekly Sunday 10:30am service. Rehearsing Thursdays from 7:30–9:30pm, the choir presents a diverse and thoughtfully curated repertoire.
The Junior Choir, directed by Nancy Stewart, nurtures young voices and contributes to worship several times throughout the year. Rehearsals take place on Thursdays from 6:30–7:15pm in a supportive and engaging environment.
Together, these ensembles reflect a strong commitment to musical excellence, education, and meaningful worship.
Ian Davies
519-319-5847
info@londonpromusica.ca
www.londonpromusica.ca
London Pro Musica Choir (LPMC) was founded in 1970 as a chamber choir, organized and run by its members. We were the first, and remain the oldest, unaffiliated concert choir in London with a current membership of over 50 singers. LPMC has been led by some of Canada’s finest conductors, including Brian Jackson, Howard Dyck, Ken Fleet, Dr. Vicki St. Pierre, and Dr. Charlene Pauls. Our current Artistic Director/Conductor is Paul Grambo, M.Mus and our accompanist is Hayoon Kim, M.Mus, M.Ed.
Milestones in our history include winning the CBC Choral Competition, releasing nine CDs, and premiering and performing many new works by Canadian composers such as Andrew Balfour, Gerald Bales, Lydia Adams, Stephanie Martin, and local composers Oliver Whitehead and Rod Culham. In 2024, we won the FCLMA award for Best Classical Choir.
Stacey Sinclair
905-399-9732
info@masterworksofoakville.ca
www.masterworksofoakville.ca
Masterworks of Oakville Chorus & Orchestra is dedicated to performing the great works of the Western Classical choral tradition. Known for its commitment to artistic excellence, the ensemble brings to life both beloved masterpieces and ambitious repertoire with precision, passion, and care.
Masterworks concerts are highly anticipated events in the community, regularly drawing hundreds of attendees and featuring outstanding professional soloists. Each performance offers audiences a rich and engaging musical experience, reflecting the ensemble’s dedication to quality and meaningful presentation.
MenAloud Chorus
(647)-894-3619
info@menaloud.ca
www.menaloud.ca
We have existed as a male choral group since 1949 and know how to do this! Our clear focus is to promote male choral singing and to support young musicians. We entertain at senior care centres, private and public events.
Few hobbies are better than singing, and we promise good times and great guys. Come try some notes with us and feel the joy of creating music together. We like light popular music and are not an auditioned chorus – though it would be helpful if you have some musical experience. “We sing the songs you like to hear”.
If this could be for you, consider yourself invited to a few Tuesday night rehearsals to get to know us. www.menaloud.ca/join-us
Bill McLean
905-875-1730
info@miltonchoristers.com
www.miltonchoristers.com
Milton Choristers are a four-part adult Community choir that has entertained audiences in the Halton Region since 1968. Our season runs from September to May, with two major concerts, often with premium guest soloists and musicians. We sing a wide-ranging repertoire from classical to contemporary. Rehearsals are on Tuesday nights from 7:30pm to 9:30pm at Knox Presbyterian Church (upper hall), 170 Main St. E. in Milton. A love of singing, some sight reading, and a sense of rhythm, as well as a sense of humour are definite assets.
The choir is dedicated to helping expand each person's musical ability. However, members are also encouraged to spend time outside of rehearsal time to learn the music. Electronic MIDI files, by section, are also available for your learning assistance.
Jennifer
647-549-4524
info@mcsingers.ca
www.mcsingers.ca
The Mississauga Chamber Singers bring clarity and intimacy to great choral masterpieces from a wide range of a capella works to timeless works for choir and orchestra.
Led by Artistic Director Mervin William Fick, the choir presents dynamics within a widening scope of the classical choral repertoire.
The Mississauga Chamber Singers performs a diverse season of extensive community engagement events, multi-generational musical education programming and ticketed concerts in a variety of performance spaces within the city.
Helen Coxon
416-420-9660
hcoxon@sympatico.ca
www.orpheuschoirtoronto.com
Orpheus’ vision is to celebrate the power of choral music as an agent of social change and a passionate medium of artistic expression. The 65-voice choir, under artistic director Thomas Burton, champions the new and unusual in choral performance, commissioning and introducing new works and performing overlooked masterpieces. Orpheus supports young emerging vocal talent through its highly respected Sidgwick Scholars Program and its newer Vocal Apprentice Program for high school singers. Winners of the 2018 Choral Canada Award for Outstanding Innovation, Orpheus continues to present an “expect something different" experience for audiences.
Cynthia Hawkins, Executive Director
executivedirector@paxchristichorale.org
www.paxchristichorale.org
Pax Christi Chorale is a 100-voice auditioned choir that attracts a diverse base of passionate singers from across the GTA. We value partnerships and connections to enhance our knowledge, expand our reach, and strengthen relationships within and outside the choral community. Our overarching aim is to create a welcoming space for the development of choral skills and to inspire audiences with thoughtful programming, from grand choral masterworks to contemporary compositions.
Under the artistic direction of Dr. Elaine Choi, Pax Christi Chorale presents five concerts in 2026/27, including "From Darkness to Light" - a collaboration with the Canadian Chamber Orchestra; "Christmas Through the Ages"; Mendelssohn’s Elijah; and the family favourite Children’s Messiah. Concert details will be released in May.
Peg McCracken
705-745-1820
singers@peterboroughsingers.com
www.peterboroughsingers.com
The Peterborough Singers, under the leadership of Conductor Shawn Grenke, is a 130-voice auditioned choir. Each season, the choir presents four concerts, incorporating a blend of repertoire from gospel to sacred, pop to oratorio. World-class, professional Canadian soloists enjoy performing with the choir time and again. The Peterborough Singers also make a point of incorporating young emerging artists each season, giving them a chance to perform alongside some of the experienced performers. Specially commissioned music from Canadian composers is part of the regular repertoire.
The Singers offer weekly music classes, enabling young musicians to develop the skills required for Choral music performance. The Singers appreciate the wonderful support given by the community.
Yolanda Hindle
647-528-4014
yolanda.hindle@yahoo.ca
www.serenatasingers.ca
We are celebrating 50 years of singing! The Serenata Singers, who have sparkled in Toronto as a choral gem since 1976, celebrate their 50th Anniversary this Choral Season, May 2026. Singers, joyfully come together with voices united in song - inspiring generations to follow! This 55-voice adult SATB community choir, ranging in age from 55 - 93, gathers again under accomplished Director, Michael Morgan, to inspire and delight! Performances this year - singing with the Scarborough Philharmonic Orchestra, two local seniors’ residences, culminating with an all-Canadian Program, “Maple Leaf Forever”, on May 7 and 8, 2026 - at Scarborough Bluffs United Church, 3739 Kingston Rd, Scarborough. Our 50th anniversary concerts contain well-known Canadian composers/arrangers to inspire all - call Charlotte at 416-887-1249.
Adeodata Czink
416-971-9754
scola.cantorum@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/StElizabethScolaCantorum
This is the Hungarian choir in Toronto, under the direction of conductor and organist Imre Oláh. Knowledge of Hungarian is necessary; sight-reading abilities are preferred. The 18-voice mixed choir rehearses at St. Elizabeth Church, Bayview/Sheppard, on Tuesdays from 8pm to 10pm, September to May. Scola presents annual spring and Christmas concerts with soloists and instrumentalists; also performs at local Hungarian cultural events throughout the year.
Repertoire from Renaissance to Romantic and Hungarian folk songs and works; a lot of a cappella in Hungarian, English, Latin and German.
We welcome new members; if you would like to join, please set up an audition appointment.
Box Office
416-964–6337
info@tafelmusik.org
www.tafelmusik.org
The Tafelmusik Chamber Choir, specializing in historically informed performances of Baroque and Classical repertoire, was formed in 1981 as a complement to the Tafelmusik Orchestra. Under the direction of its founder, Ivars Taurins, the choir has been praised for its clarity, nuance, and brilliance.
Catherine Ross
365-996-7445
publicity@tempuschoralsociety.com
www.tempuschoralsociety.com
The Tempus Choral Society is a non-auditioned SATB community choir that has entertained west GTA audiences since 1999 with two spring concerts and two Christmas concerts. We sing a wide-ranging repertoire, ranging from contemporary, folk, Broadway, to classical. Rehearsals are Tuesday evenings, 7pm to 8:45pm at Knox Presbyterian Church, 89 Dunn St. In downtown Oakville, from September to May. Our director and founder is the acclaimed Brian Turnbull, accompanied by Christabel Pinto. If you love to sing, have a sense of humour and enjoy being part of a dynamic choral group, this is the choir for you. Assets would be some sight-reading and sense of rhythm, but our members' section of the website provides all audio files so you can practice your part at home.
Vlad Bortnowski
416-839-2058
vbortnowski@gmail.com
www.torontobeachchorale.com
An auditioned concert choir, Toronto Beach Chorale attracts singers who are highly motivated with excellent musical skills. Besides our concert season, we participate in community events, collaborating with other groups and artists to enhance the quality of life in our neighbourhood.
We are a vital musical presence in the Beach, with a reputation for artistic excellence. We are supported by professional orchestras and ensembles, and we engage professional and emerging soloists in principal solo roles.
An accomplished music educator, our Artistic Director, Mervin W Fick, has been transforming choirs, inspiring individuals and raising performance levels of community, church and professional choirs for over 35 years, bringing to performances and to singers under his direction his skill to inspire truly joyful singing.
Lucas Harris
416-546-3312
lucasharris@live.ca
www.torontochamberchoir.ca
Toronto Chamber Choir has held a prominent place in Canada’s early music scene since 1968. An accomplished group of 30-40 auditioned singers, TCC specializes in Renaissance and Baroque repertoire, working with period instrumentalists, but also exploring music from other time periods and cultures. TCC usually gives two evening concerts and two afternoon “Kaffeemusiks” that contextualize our repertoire through narration and a multimedia component.
We rehearse on Wednesday evenings at Church of the Transfiguration on Manor Rd. E, just west of Mount Pleasant Rd., with occasional Saturday “retreats,” often featuring guest presenters. We are currently seeking new members, with auditions anytime by arrangement with the director. We welcome diversity in our membership.
Dominic Eboña
416-932-8666
info@torontochildrenschorus.com
www.torontochildrenschorus.com
The Toronto Children's Chorus (TCC) is a vibrant musical community that has been nurturing young voices for almost 50 years. The Chorus is led by internationally-acclaimed Artistic Director Dr. Zimfira Poloz (2022-present), who follows in the esteemed footsteps of Founder and AD Jean Ashworth Bartle C.M., O.Ont., and AD Elise Bradley, MNZM. TCC consists of a music education program for ages 4-6, and eight choirs for ages 6-18 that provide exceptional music, vocal and performance training. TCC presents an annual concert series and regularly collaborates with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. TCC Chamber, its senior choir, has represented Canada on 33 international tours. In July 2026, they will travel to Hong Kong and Singapore to perform at two prestigious choral festivals.
Neil Macdonald
416-436-2908
info@torontoclassicalsingers.ca
www.torontoclassicalsingers.ca
Toronto Classical Singers is passionately committed to the great choral tradition of the past 300 years. For over 35 years, we have maintained a strong reputation for artistic excellence. We strive to inspire and delight our audiences with a diverse programme of the great masterpieces and less frequently heard works.
Our season runs from September to April, and we rehearse and perform at Yonge and St. Clair under the baton of our dynamic new Artistic Director, Dr. John Holland. Our concerts feature a full orchestra and established soloists. As an auditioned choir, we welcome singers of all backgrounds. Our standards are high, but we offer a supportive environment – and we don’t forget to have fun!
We love the music we sing, and we are proud to keep the choral tradition strong and vital in Toronto’s musical community.
Ridwaan Safi
416-505-3321
info@northernlightschorus.ca
www.northernlightschorus.com
Founded in 1997, the Toronto Northern Lights (also known as TNL) is Ontario’s premier masculine-presenting barbershop chorus, known for dynamic and innovative performances. For decades, TNL has shared its music with audiences across Toronto, throughout Canada, and around the world, including the United States, Europe, and Asia. The chorus has proudly represented Ontario at the Barbershop Harmony Society International Chorus Competition year after year, earning a total of 15 medals.
As an inclusive and supportive community, TNL is committed to artistic excellence while welcoming new members who share a passion for choral singing, a cappella harmony, and the barbershop style. All rehearsals are open to visitors - come on by anytime to listen in or audition!
Sarah Mole
(647) 430-5699
sarah@torontosummermusic.com
www.torontosummermusic.com/the-academy/community-program
The TSM Community Program - Chamber Choir is a chance to refresh vocal skills and study inspiring works of choral literature in the intimacy of a chamber vocal ensemble. Aside from daily choir rehearsals with director Kathleen Allan, you will also enjoy sectionals with various vocal coaches. The week will culminate with a performance on the final day of the Festival.
Spend a week singing and rehearsing exciting works with fellow choral enthusiasts! July 27 to August 1.
Greg Brown
905-436-5797
greg.brown1959@outlook.com
www.torontowelshchoir.com
The Toronto Welsh Male Voice Choir (TWMVC) was established in 1995 by its first president, Gwyn Roberts. The choir continues to grow musically under the direction of William Woloschuk and principal accompanist Matthew Coons. Our blend of traditional and contemporary music, all sung off book in accordance with tradition, appeals to a broad audience.
We typically perform 10 to 12 concerts per season, in the GTA area and further afield in southern Ontario. We have undertaken major tours in Wales, the East Coast, western Canada, and Newfoundland. We remain true to our Welsh tradition; we also include songs in several other languages in our repertoire.
We are always searching for new concert opportunities and for committed singers to join us. We practice every Wednesday; come along to a rehearsal, and see our website for details.
Lesia Komorowsky
416-236-8278
admin@vesnivka.com
www.vesnivka.com
Vesnivka Choir, an award-winning women’s ensemble established in 1965 by artistic director Halyna Kvitka Kondracki, has delighted audiences with its rich repertoire of Ukrainian classical, sacred and traditional folk music. Under the direction of Kondracki and assistant conductor Nazar Lozynskyy, in early January 2027, Vesnivka, together with its partner Toronto Ukrainian Male Chamber Choir (established in 2001), will present its popular Ukrainian Christmas Concert. In spring, the choirs will present a concert of music celebrating the works of Ukrainian poetess Lesia Ukrainka. New singers for both choirs are welcome any time; if interested, please contact us via the website. Regular rehearsals are held each Tuesday at Trident Banquet & Conference Centre, 145 Evans Ave., Toronto, 7pm (7:30pm for TUMCC) to 9pm.
Jenny Crober
416-931-8224
crober.best@gmail.com
www.vocachorus.ca
The VOCA Chorus of Toronto, a dynamic, auditioned ensemble directed by Jenny Crober, performs a wide range of repertoire (including Canadian premieres) in collaboration with superb guest artists. Our wonderful collaborative pianist is Dakota Scott-Digout. VOCA's season consists of concerts, cabaret fundraisers, outreach events and workshops. (Previous workshop clinicians have included Ola Gjeilo, Ivars Taurins and Sarah Quartel.)
Our May 2nd "When Music Sounds" concert at Eglinton St. George's will feature works by Ola Gjeilo, Sarah Quartel, Mark Sirett, Sherryl Sewepagaham, Katharine Petkovski and others, with guests Jason Fowler, guitar; Alex Cheung and Jean-Paul Desaulniers, violin/fiddle; Laurence Schaufele, viola, mandolin; Sybil Shanahan, cello. We rehearse on Mondays at Riverdale Presbyterian (Pape/Danforth).
Taylor Strande
647-388-3604
westtorontocommunitychoir@gmail.com
www.westtorontocommunitychoir.com
West Toronto Community Choir (WTCC) is a joyful gathering of people who genuinely love to sing. Founded in 2016, our choir comes together weekly to make music, connect with one another, and foster a strong sense of community through shared creative expression. We believe in the power of collective singing—not just for the music itself, but for the friendships, laughter, and belonging it cultivates. We are a 135-member, mixed-voice, secular adult choir serving the vibrant communities of Roncesvalles, Parkdale, the Junction, and surrounding areas. Our members include a blend of seasoned choristers and those new to singing—no auditions are required, and all voices are welcome. Our vibe is casual, warm, and community-first, with an emphasis on shared music-making rather than perfection.
Adam Iannetta
(519) 965-0130
windsorclassicchorale@gmail.com
www.windsorclassicchorale.org
Founded in 1977 by director emeritus Richard Householder, the Windsor Classic Chorale has become a core component of the local arts community, dedicated to achieving artistic excellence by maintaining a high level of musicianship with a rich palette of ambitious choral works. The "WCC" considers it a privilege to perform in the Windsor-Essex County community. Their love for choral music is what brings them together.
Sandi Horwitz
416-229-9313
mail@yorkminstrels.com
www.yorkminstrels.com
The Yorkminstrels Show Choir is an SATB choir, founded in 1974 as an arm of The Yorkminstrels musical theatre company. We sing mostly Broadway music, with oldies, contemporary and seasonal songs added to the mix. With our repertoire, costumes and movement, the Show Choir has evolved into a unique group. We take entertainment into the community, doing concerts throughout the season at seniors’ residences, and for condo/church/synagogue and social groups, etc. Rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings at Cummer Lodge in North York, from September through June. A simple audition is required; note-reading is not essential. Led by Ellen Kestenberg, we are a warm and welcoming group, so if you enjoy singing, learning harmony and performing, come join us!