Our chorus is a non-auditioned ensemble that welcomes all singers, regardless of experience or ability to read music.
Recordings of voice parts are provided in addition to sheet music.
We sing SATB choral music in the folk, classical, blues and gospel traditions, as well as songs from a variety of world cultures.
Our focus is on enjoying singing together in harmony and in community.
2027 SCHEDULE
We rehearse on Tuesdays at the Mt. Toby Friends Meeting House, 194 Long Plain Rd. (Rt 63) in Leverett.
One change this year is the addition of an afternoon rehearsal time.
Two rehearsal options will be available weekly, both on Tuesdays, at 2:00-3:30 and 7:00-8:30, starting on March 2, 2027. Chorus members will choose the one rehearsal time they plan to attend.
The afternoon and evening groups will come together for a final dress rehearsal on June 1, and for a concert on June 6.
REHEARSALS
MARCH 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
APRIL 6, 13, 20, 27
MAY 4, 11, 18, 25
JUNE 1
All of these rehearsals will be held at Mt. Toby Friends Meeting House, except for April 27, which will be held at a different location TBD, and the final Tuesday rehearsal on June 1, which will be held at the Jewish Community Center of Amherst at 7:00 pm. It will be a “dress rehearsal” for both afternoon and evening members.
Our SPRING CONCERT will be held at the Jewish Community Center of Amherst on Sunday June 6, 2027 at 4:00.
There will be a final practice time preceding the concert at 2:00 on June 6. It is essential that all members attend both of the pre-concert rehearsals on June 1 and June 6.
REGISTRATION
Registration will open in early January. Those on our mailing list will receive an email with a link to the registration form. The registration link will also be available on this website.
The fee for the Leverett Chorus Spring session is $150 per person, payable by check or in cash at the first rehearsal session. Interested singers can attend out two rehearsals gratis, but must pay by the third session.
Each voice section will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis, so the sooner you respond, the more likely you will be guaranteed a place.
We will confirm with you that you have a chorus spot by the end of January.
HEALTH AND SAFETY PROTOCOL
1. Rehearsals are mask-optional
2. You should not come to rehearsal if you have any flu or cold symptoms. If you get covid or the flu and have recently been at rehearsal, please notify us at leverettchorus@gmail.com. We will alert the chorus that there has been possible exposure, but will not reveal any names, respecting your privacy.
LEVERETT CHORUS STEERING COMMITEE
The steering committee is a group of five singers who have been members from the early days of the Leverett Community Chorus, whom Anne Louise gathered to form a steering committee. She asked for our support in transitioning the Chorus into a group that will be largely community managed, rather than entirely managed by the choral director. This will allow Anne Louise to focus on the music. We have already met several times this fall in order to begin preparing for the winter/spring 2027 chorus season and beyond. We are excited to be bringing our chorus community back together!
SEEKING ADDITIONAL HELP
Besides the tasks undertaken by Steering Committee members, there are several additional ways that help will be needed. Specifically, we are currently seeking members to fill the roles of charitable organization coordinator(s) (1-2 people who will support the charitable donation selection and award for our benefit concert) and the concert management team (2-3 individuals). These roles will be a work exchange opportunity. Click this link in order to learn more. If interested, please send an email to LeverettChorus@gmail.com and put “Coordinator for Concert Proceeds” or “Concert Management Team” in the subject line. Deadline for expressing interest is November 30.
MEMBER RECRUITMENT
In order to ensure a strong chorus, we would like current members to recruit new members of diverse ages. Additionally, we hope to expand the tenor and bass sections of our ensemble. We welcome visitors to rehearsals who are interested in learning more about the chorus. Potential new members can attend two rehearsals before formally joining.