Comprised of 50-60 female students representing a variety of academic majors, the central goal of the Women's Chorale is to worship God through musical offerings, to uplift audiences through shared ministry, and to enrich the college experience for ensemble members.
Wheaton College Women's Chorale
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Interested in Joining Women's Chorale? Learn more!
Performances
The Women's Chorale, directed by Lydia Vermeesch, maintains a busy concert schedule on the Wheaton College campus and beyond, singing for enthusiastic audiences around the United States, Europe, and the British Isles. The public concert experiences are undergirded by a rigorous rehearsal schedule and social activities which strengthen the bonds of friendship and fellowship in Jesus Christ. In addition to ministry in churches around the nation and campus appearances, the Women's Chorale has performed at both regional and national conventions of the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA). Listeners far and wide have praised the ensemble for its superb music-making and Christian witness.
Time Commitment and Cost
Rehearsals are twice a week, on Mondays and Wednesday's from 4:30 - 6:00 pm.
Two concerts per semester, including dress rehearsals. Fall semester includes all Christmas Festival performances and dress rehearsals.
There is no fee to participate in Women's Chorale except for the purchase of concert dress and attire. Tour years may present additional costs, but there are often scholarships and fundraising opportunities available. If cost is a concern, talk with Dr. Hopper about sponsorship and scholarship opportunities.
Events
Women's Chorale seeks to build strong friendships and a sense of community within the choir. To foster this sense of community the Chorale’s leadership cabinet, comprised of elected choir members, plans several fun extra-choral events. These events include a Fall Tea party, a Christmas party, and a Spring Banquet.
Audition Information
The Women's Chorale is open to all undergraduate women at Wheaton, and there is no music major or minor requirement to participate. Auditions will take place during the first week of school. Come prepared with a song that shows off your voice and a prepared solo, hymn, or favorite song.
Let us know if you are interested in joining the Women's Chorale by filling out the Ensemble Auditions Form.
If you have questions, please email music@wheaton.edu
2024-2025 Concert Series
Homecoming Concert
Friday, October 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Edman Chapel
Family Weekend Concert: Choral Showcase
Saturday, November 2 at 7:30 p.m.
Armerding Concert Hall
Wheaton College Christmas Festival
Friday & Saturday, December 6 & 7, at 7:30 p.m. with a Saturday matinee at 4:00 p.m.
Edman Chapel
Spring Concert
Saturday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m.
Armerding Concert Hall
Commencement Celebration Concert
Friday, May 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Edman Chapel