The Burbank Chorale has been inspiring audiences for nearly a century with electrifying performances of the world's greatest choral music.
MISSION
The Burbank Chorale is a non-profit corporation dedicated to providing opportunities for participation in the creation and enjoyment of fine choral music. It is open to all residents of Burbank and surrounding communities throughout the region.
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The Burbank Chorale accomplishes its mission through the attraction and retention of diverse individuals who have a love of music, dedication to musical improvement, and the drive to provide excellence in performance, musical study, and individual as well as group development. The Burbank Chorale seeks to promote and foster growth in those attending concerts, as well as those performing, by offering a variety of musical styles, composers, and guest performers
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Goals and Values
To continue…
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A policy of inclusion and diversity.
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To be a musical community that supports the less skilled singers, while at the same time challenges the more experienced singers.
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The tradition of providing beautiful concerts within the community.
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To be a caring musical community, singing for the love of singing.
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Inspiring Words by Alice Parker, from the Melodious Accord newsletter, July 2002
"No other art demands so persuasively that we dwell in this moment, right here, where space crosses time, in order to create something fleeting that we cannot make alone. Here is a positive addiction -- one that brings blessings rather than disease, and one that makes us appreciate and value those with whom and for whom we sing. We are most wonderfully human when we sing together."
ABOUT US
The Burbank Chorale is a community chorus founded in 1920, making it the oldest continuously performing arts group in the San Fernando Valley. We require a basic vocal audition to join the Chorale. Once you are a member, you will have the opportunity to audition for solo parts. As a group, our focus is on entertaining the community and inspiring interest in the live performance of choral music. As individual singers, our focus is on musical education, teamwork, and personal growth.
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The Burbank Chorale currently numbers approximately 70 singers, ranging in age from 25 to 80 and representing a variety of backgrounds. Members range from highly experienced professionals to enthusiastic amateurs. The core repertoire encompasses classic masterworks by Handel, Mozart, Bach and Brahms, augmented by the music of Broadway, pop favorites, and music from diverse cultures.
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The Burbank Chorale’s has two semesters per year with our concert season runing from September through April, presenting two concerts per season (one in December, one in April). The Chorale also participates in community events, such as holiday caroling.
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Rehearsals are held Tuesday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Rehearsal Location: St. Matthew's Lutheran Church 1920 W. Glenoaks Blvd., Glendale, CA 91201. Membership dues are $80 per semester.
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The Burbank Chorale has an elected Executive Board that meets once a month. Input is always welcome and everyone in the Chorale is invited to attend. In addition, there are many other opportunities for involvement within the Chorale, such as section leadership and auxiliary committees.
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The Burbank Chorale is a A 501 (C)(3) Non-profit Organization. Financial support for the Burbank Chorale comes from member's dues, individual and business donations, and a grant from the Los Angeles County Arts Commission.