Chorus Information
Valley Concert Chorale
John Emory Bush, Artistic Director & Conductor
Information last updated: 2008-06-01
Status:
Current
Basic Information
| Description: | This is a volunteer, community chorus, open to the general public by audition. |
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| Web Address: | http://www.valleyconcertchorale.org |
| Year Estab: | 1963 |
| Mission: | To learn and perform choral music which meets high standards of musical composition and is mutually enjoyed by performers and audiences. |
| Emphasis: | Emphasis is classical art music of all periods, but repertory also includes a wide range of more popular genres, including show tunes, folk song arrangements, spirituals. |
| Size: | 45 |
| Concerts/Year: | 8-10. The chorus typically sings three or four pro |
| Auditions: | Auditions are held in Livermore year round. Auditions require sight-reading from music selected by the Artistic Director. |
| Dues: | $165 per year. |
| Dress: | Men: tuxedo; Women: custom floor-length black outfit. May require other costumes. |
| Rehearsals: | Monday (and other rehearsals as indicated), 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 4th and L Streets, Livermore |
Categories
| Type of Music: | Classical Contemporary Early Music Musicals/Theater Popular Ethnic/Folk |
Type of Chorus: | Mixed Adult |
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| Rehearse City: | Livermore | ||
| Region: | Alameda County East | ||
| Audition Req'd: | Y | ||
Chorus Contact Information
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 286, Livermore, 94551-0286 |
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| Phone: | (925) 866-4003 (voice mail) |
Other Information
| Related Groups: | Outreach Group: Music in the Schools, Senior Homes. Small groups selected for pre-concert performances. |
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| Discography: | None |
| Comments: | Valley Choral Society took a performance tour of Great Britain in June 1997. |