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THE DON THOMPSON CHORALE
The Don Thompson Chorale is committed to making beautiful music and sharing it with as many people as possible. We have a passion for excellence and a strong spirit of camaraderie. We hope that you will enjoy our concerts and recordings, and if you are musically inclined that you will audition to sing with our group.
HERITAGE SINGERS OF JACKSONVILLE
The Heritage Singers of Jacksonville (HSJ) is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization of gifted singers who are dedicated to experiencing and fostering a sense of community through the preparation and performance of high quality choral music. It is our goal, through both our repertoire and organizational structure, to be of the people, by the people, and for the people. The guiding word is in our very name: Heritage.
JACKSONVILLE CHILDREN'S CHORUS
The mission of the Jacksonville Children's Chorus is to provide a high-quality choral music education for children of diverse backgrounds, fostering teamwork, self-discipline, accomplishment and pride while filling an important cultural need in the community and sharing the beauty of the choral art form through artistically excellent performances.
JACKSONVILLE HARMONY CHORUS
Jacksonville Harmony, affectionately know as Jax Harmony, is a member of Sweet Adelines International, a non-profit (501c3) women’s organization with approximately 30,000 members worldwide in choruses and quartets. Our mission is to entertain, educate, and continue the tradition of a cappella barbershop harmony. Jax Harmony has been fulfilling this mission for over 50 years.
JACKSONVILLE MASTERWORKS CHORALE
Now in its 26th year and under the direction of Ted Munn, the JMC is comprised of choral enthusiasts who love rehearsing and performing masterpieces of choral literature.
JACKSONVILLE SYMPHONY CHORUS
With some of the First Coast area’s finest voices, Jacksonville Symphony Chorus members come from all walks of life who share the spirit of singing great choral music. With a three-decade tradition of making great music with the Jacksonville Symphony, the roster also includes many professional musicians, skilled amateur performers and students.
JAX TREBLEMAKERS
Jax Treblemakers is a volunteer auditioned A Capella group comprised of some of Jacksonville’s most talented singers.
The group maintains an eclectic repertoire, consisting of contemporary, jazz, pop, musical theater, oldies, and other genres of music. As a nomadic group, JT aims to perform at a variety of venues around the city, cultivating talent and culture in Jacksonville. Click here to find us on Facebook.
THE ORANGE PARK CHORALE
The mission of The Orange Park Chorale is to provide opportunities for community participation in the area of choral music. Key areas of focus for The Orange Park Chorale include: providing excellence in the choral arts; performing the works of living American composers; and enhancing the cultural life of communities in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.
RITZ VOICES
Ritz Voices all-city community chorus founded in 2002 by returning Artistic Director Deborah McDuffie. While the program's emphasis is on American musical art forms, the group has an extensive repertoire which includes classical music, patriotic music and music of other cultures.
AND DON'T FORGET THE HOUSE OF WORSHIP CHOIRS!
SINGING OPPORTUNITIES
IN JACKSONVILLE
"The only thing better than singing is more singing."
–ELLA FITZGERALD
“If I cannot fly, let me sing.”
–STEPHEN SONDHEIM
"Over the past ten years significant research on the physiological, neurological
and emotional benefits of singing in general have been undertaken by major universities and research institutions. This research reveals that regular singing can help to elevate mood, increase immunity and provide a first rate cognitive workout among other benefits."
–IMPACT STUDY "How Children, Adults, and Communities Benefit from Choruses"
"Choral singing continues to be the most popular form of participation in the performing arts."
"All I have to say is basically if performing, singing, acting, and dancing is what you want to do, then you just have to do it —
no matter where it is."
–ARIANA GRANDE
There are many options to share your gift of song through praise and worship. Check with your community church to get involved!