Sing with the TCS
The TCS Choir offers a friendly, supportive atmosphere in which committed and enthusiastic choristers can expand their musical repertoire and become better singers. Membership is open to anyone in the Greater Toronto Area who wants to sing, is interested in learning, is able to attend rehearsals regularly and is willing to be an active participant in choir events. There are no auditions, but some previous choral experience is expected.
Becoming a Member:
New members are accepted in September and January provided space is available. Currently the choir is welcoming new tenors and basses, but the soprano and alto sections are presently filled to capacity.
Prospective bass and tenor members are invited to contact TCS by e-mail (info@torontochoralsociety.org) or telephone (416-410-3509) to learn more about how to join the choir.
Prospective soprano and alto members should add their name to the wait list. If you add your name to the waitlist you will be contacted by a member of the TCS Board of Directors when spaces become availabe in your section.
Click here for the SOPRANO and ALTO WAITLIST
Fees
Choir members pay annual fees which go toward expenses such as venue rental, payment of artistic staff, music and administrative costs. Membership fees are $225 per year or $150 per fall or spring season. Fees may be paid in person by cash or cheque.
Rehearsals:
The TCS choir rehearses Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Eastminster United Church , 310 Danforth Avenue (one block West of the Chester subway station).
Sectional rehearsals offer additional practice on difficult passages. They are held for an hour before the regular rehearsal, on alternate weeks for male and female voices.
Concerts:
The TCS Choir presents at least two major ticketed concerts every year, usually in December and May. Additional concerts may be offered during the year, either independently or in collaboration with another group. The choir also performs annually at a benefit concert for Street Haven Women’s Choir and at other special community events.
Membership in other TCS Choirs:
In addition to the main TCS Choir, the Toronto Choral Society includes two smaller choirs. Membership in the Street Haven Women’s Choir is open to clients and former clients of Street Haven’s shelter and services for women. North 44 is an auditioned ensemble, with membership at the invitation of the Artistic Director.
