The Stairwell Carollers are a charitable a cappella Ottawa choir, who sing sacred and secular renaissance music, as well as settings of traditional and contemporary Christmas carols. Director, Pierre Massie, has composed many original pieces for the ch...  moreThe Stairwell Carollers are a charitable a cappella Ottawa choir, who sing sacred and secular renaissance music, as well as settings of traditional and contemporary Christmas carols. Director, Pierre Massie, has composed many original pieces for the choir, as well as creating lively and contemporary arrangements of traditional carols. The release of their first CD Qui creavit celum, celebrated the Stairwell Carollers' 20th anniversary in 1997. In 2000 they released I Saw a Swete Semly Syght and in 2003 Mourning Dove. Their very first madrigal CD, Audite nova, was released in October of 2006 and their fourth Xmas CD Laudemus cum armonia in 2009. 2012 marked the release of their first CD of sacred songs from the Renaissance, Cantate Domino, Their fifth Xmas CD O magnum mysterium is now available for purchase. Winner of the 2010 OMFA provincial competition, they are ranked amongst the best of Canada's choirs. This charitable group has raised over $117,000 for local Ottawa/Gatineau charities, through t...    less

Kikimasu (pronounced “kee-kee-mahs”) is part of Edmonton's Kokopelli Choir Association. Kikimasu (grades 4-6) offers a focus on thorough and excellent music education, with singers learning about healthy vocal production, the body-voice connection, an...  moreKikimasu (pronounced “kee-kee-mahs”) is part of Edmonton's Kokopelli Choir Association. Kikimasu (grades 4-6) offers a focus on thorough and excellent music education, with singers learning about healthy vocal production, the body-voice connection, and vibrant performance presence, as well as ant emphasis on musical literacy, music theory, and sightsinging skills. As with all our ensembles, Kikimasu provides a secure and accepting social environment where all singers Feel their importance as members of the group. Most importantly, Kikimasu has fun and creates exciting music! Kikimasu means “hear it” in Japanese; you can look forward to hearing the music they make at every concert!  less

The Vancouver Thunderbird Chorus was the first men’s barbershop chorus established in the Vancouver area, formed in 1950. We sing four-part harmony a cappella style, working with a repertoire of generally upbeat songs which are familiar to most people. ...  moreThe Vancouver Thunderbird Chorus was the first men’s barbershop chorus established in the Vancouver area, formed in 1950. We sing four-part harmony a cappella style, working with a repertoire of generally upbeat songs which are familiar to most people. We rehearse at St. Faith's Anglican Church, 7284 Cypress Street (at 57th Ave) every Wednesday evening at 7:30 PM. We encourage men who love to sing to visit. For more information please contact us at 604-357-4767, or visit our website, www.ThunderbirdChorus.ca.  less

Founded in 1992 by their current Artistic Director Gilbert Patenaude, Les Chantres Musiciens is a choir of young men aged 17 to 29 who hail from the celebrated Les Petits Chanteurs du Mont-Royal. Les Chantres Musiciens’ repertoire is both varied and compl...  moreFounded in 1992 by their current Artistic Director Gilbert Patenaude, Les Chantres Musiciens is a choir of young men aged 17 to 29 who hail from the celebrated Les Petits Chanteurs du Mont-Royal. Les Chantres Musiciens’ repertoire is both varied and complex, comprising a range of works from the Romantic period (including Mendelssohn, Schubert, Schumann, and Brahms) to Post-Romantic and modern compositions (including, for example, Schafer, Reger, Schönberg, and Langlais). The ensemble has earned a reputation for excellence, confirmed by prizes at national and international competitions, tours, and several distinguished recordings. Their first tour brought them through Germany and France, garnering critical and public acclaim, particularly at the Festival de Musique de Moselle. In 2007, the choir participated in the International Men’s Voice Festival in Pleyben. During a tour in 2008, Les Chantres Musiciens performed for audiences aboard a cruise ship on the Saint Lawrence River and around the Magdalen Islands. In...    less

Notations Children's Choir is Calgary's newest children's choir for ages 7 - 12 years in the NW of Calgary. Other age group sessions will follow. No auditions, no fundraising and once a week rehearsals to fit busy schedules. ​The choir rehearsals will...  moreNotations Children's Choir is Calgary's newest children's choir for ages 7 - 12 years in the NW of Calgary. Other age group sessions will follow. No auditions, no fundraising and once a week rehearsals to fit busy schedules. ​The choir rehearsals will teach vocal technique, voice production and projection, learning to sing in two part harmony, movement and rhythm, help build confidence, solo singing opportunities, performances and overall to have fun singing!! Repertoire will include popular chart songs, disney, music theatre and other genres.  less

The Sainte-Anne Singers is a chamber ensemble founded in 1987 in Sainte-Anne de Bellevue (30 minutes west of Montreal), with the aim of exploring a wide range of a cappella repertoire.Their concerts generally include Renaissance, pop, jazz and contemporar...  moreThe Sainte-Anne Singers is a chamber ensemble founded in 1987 in Sainte-Anne de Bellevue (30 minutes west of Montreal), with the aim of exploring a wide range of a cappella repertoire.Their concerts generally include Renaissance, pop, jazz and contemporary choral music, with an emphasis on Canadian composers and arrangers. The choir has a high calibre of singers drawn by its demanding musical standard and the opportunity to explore recently created music. Among the group's twenty-four members are piano and voice teachers, soloists, choir directors, organists and others with musical training. The ensemble has previously reached the quarter- and semi-finals of the CBC Radio Competition for Amateur Choirs. In May 2010, they were awarded second place in the chamber choir category of the National Competition for Canadian Amateur Choirs. They have performed twice at Podium, Canada's national choral conference, most recently in May 2014 in Halifax.  less

El Grillo, a secular madrigal from The Stairwell Carollers spring concert, St. Charles church, Ottawa, On., Canada.

Coastal Sound Children’s Choir Diana Clark, artistic director Barry Yamanouchi, accompanist Coastal Sound Children’s Choir aims to inspire each young singer to be their best–as musicians and as contributing engaged citizens–through choral singing...  moreCoastal Sound Children’s Choir Diana Clark, artistic director Barry Yamanouchi, accompanist Coastal Sound Children’s Choir aims to inspire each young singer to be their best–as musicians and as contributing engaged citizens–through choral singing. Under the direction of Diana Clark since 2009, Children’s Choir consists of caring young musicians from diverse cultural heritages, ages 9-15 years old. Storytelling, joy of singing, connection and flexibility of performance are the core values of this group. The choir also loves to work with guest conductors and share with other choirs. They have recently been guest singers with Vancouver Chamber Choir. Since 1989, when Donna Otto founded the group, Coastal Sound Children’s Choir has performed at important cultural events in Greater Vancouver and Whistler, has toured extensively throughout the world, and has co-hosted the Coastal Sound International Choral Festival. coastalsoundmusic.com  less

The SFU Choir rehearses at Simon Fraser University's Burnaby campus (even though ANYONE willing to come up the mountain every week can join). The choir performs concerts each semester and also sings at Remembrance Day ceremonies, convocation ceremonie...  moreThe SFU Choir rehearses at Simon Fraser University's Burnaby campus (even though ANYONE willing to come up the mountain every week can join). The choir performs concerts each semester and also sings at Remembrance Day ceremonies, convocation ceremonies, and other events on campus and in the community. We are a volunteer, non-auditioned group open to all, but choir members are expected to regularly attend rehearsals and the semester retreat, and to practice their parts on their own time. We usually put up practice files under “Resources” (members-only access) so that you can download your part and listen to it on whatever portable music-playing device you own. No musical experience is needed, but the ability to read music is an asset (if you can't read music, we'll help you learn).  less

-- CURRENTLY DORMANT -- Inspira Chamber Choir (formerly part of the Calgary Youth Chorus) is a Calgary-based auditioned youth chamber choir aimed at allowing youth ages 15 to 24 the opportunity to discover and experience choral music in all its forms, da...  more-- CURRENTLY DORMANT -- Inspira Chamber Choir (formerly part of the Calgary Youth Chorus) is a Calgary-based auditioned youth chamber choir aimed at allowing youth ages 15 to 24 the opportunity to discover and experience choral music in all its forms, dance and choreography styles as well as engaging its membership in routine physical activity. Musically, Inspira incorporates a cappella, contemporary and show choir components to expose youth to a wide range of music and performing opportunities locally, nationally as well as internationally. Inspira serves as a community outreach program, which empowers youth to make a difference in their local and international community through a variety of programs, community service, activities and performances. Inspira is an active ambassador of the City of Calgary, its Western Heritage and Hospitality as well as its culture. Inspira is also an educational organization, which provides members with the opportunity to grow and develop from an academic standpoint; f...    less