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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.