Join us for a joyful singing experience

Our next semester starts in September 2022. If you're interested in finding out more about joining the Chorale, please fill out this contact form. 

Check out our program from the Spring 2022 semester.

We followed these COVID protocols for the Spring 2022 semester. These protocols will likely be modified for our Fall 2022 semester as public health conditions change:
  • Staff, singers, and guests must show proof of primary vaccination series and be up to date with boosters for all events.
  • Through Sunday, April 10, singers will enter the rehearsal space wearing a KN95 or N95 mask, and will keep the mask on throughout.
  • The Music Director will be unmasked in order to be heard.
  • From April 17 onward, masks are optional. The intent is to perform on April 23 without masks, but singers may remain masked if they wish.
  • Guests at the April 23 performance will wear a mask in addition to showing proof of vaccination. The concert will run about an hour with no intermission. 
  • Rehearsals will be 90 minutes with no break (7:00 to 8:30 pm).
  • Singers will be seated 3 feet apart during rehearsal.
  • No food or beverages, except water, will be permitted in the rehearsal hall.
  • Singers will not attend rehearsals or the concert if exposed to COVID or feeling ill, and will inform the Chorale if they contract COVID after having attended an event.
*These protocols may be modified as public health conditions change.

General information about the Chorale:

Please note: ​Some of the details below have changed temporarily due to Covid protocols. The details for the latest semester are shown in red. Also, please check the home page for the latest plans.
WHO are we?   We are people who love to sing together. We enjoy the challenge of learning traditional choral music, show tunes and new arrangements. Fellowship and friendship are fundamental. Our rehearsals are fun!
WHAT do we sing? We perform two concerts the first weekend in December, and two concerts in late April.   In winter we sing holiday music, both sacred and seasonal.  In spring we tackle something lighter and different. We often engage instrumentalists or soloists who add richness to our musical experience. 
​WHAT is the approach?   Dedicated, disciplined, and light-hearted. We care about our music, and we want everyone to feel included, comfortable and at-home. We are motivated by positive reinforcement.
WHAT level of expertise do I need?  We are seeking singers with previous choral experience. The ability to read music is a plus. There is no audition, but new members will sing briefly for our director on the first night so she can place you appropriately. Tenors and basses are especially welcome.
WHERE do we sing?
  • Rehearsals  We rehearse in spacious Pilgrim Hall at the Magnolia United Church of Christ, 3555 W McGraw St, Seattle, WA 98199 
  • Performances  We perform at the beautiful Magnolia Lutheran Church, 2414 31st Ave W, Seattle. Other venues are also possible
​WHEN do we sing?  We rehearse on Sunday nights from 7:00 to 9:15 pm-- the perfect time. No competing obligations, invigorating and relaxing after the weekend.  [For spring 2022 semester rehearsal time changed to 7:00 to 8:30 pm.] 
WHEN do we perform? We hold two concerts each on the first weekend in December and in late April or early May. [In spring 2022 we performed just one concert on Saturday April 23 at 7:30.]
WHAT are the dues?   
Choir members pay $130 dues per semester to cover:
  • Music instruction
  • Accompanist and special performers at concerts
  • Rental of rehearsal and performance venues
  • Use of sheet music
  • Marketing
  • Insurance and other administrative costs
  • 5 performance tickets** that may be sold, thereby recouping some expense. [Our spring 2022 concert was free and open to the public. Free will offerings were welcome and appreciated.] ​
 Dues are payable at the beginning of the semester and may be paid in two installments. If you drop out, refunds will be made during the first month (less an administrative fee). No refunds are given later. Fee waivers are available for members with fiscal limitations – just talk with any board member.  
 
STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS  We offer scholarships to students who would like to sing with us.  Read more.

SOUNDS GREAT. HOW CAN I JOIN? Send an email using the form at right for more details.  We look forward to hearing from you! 

Magnolia Chorale meets at Magnolia United Church of Christ, 3555 W. McGraw St., Seattle, WA 98199. We are an independent organization and are not affiliated with the church, its programs, or mission.

For additional details see:

    Rehearsal Contact Form