This past fall we welcomed 20 new girls to the chorus along with more talent than we knew what to do with! We were delighted to sing alongside the University Singers, Chamber Singers, and Virginia Glee Club at the annual Family Weekend concert in October. We sang Fjellheim’s Night Yoik with esteemed accompanist John D’earth. […]
Dear Alumnae and Friends of the Chorus, My name is Shelby, and I am a third year Biochemistry major from Roanoke, Virginia. I was the 2014 Concert Manager and have been a devoted Alto 1 since I joined the Chorus in the spring of my first year. VWC has been one of the most wonderful […]
When we first met in the summer of 1994 to discuss re-forming the VWC, we wanted, more than anything, a space of our own…a space where we could share our voices, to sing and be heard, where we could fully use our talents for music and leadership, and where we could positively affect the climate […]
Dear Alumnae, My name is Pooja Seth and I have the honor of serving as the new Alumnae Relations Chair for the Virginia Women’s Chorus. It is that time of year again for the Spring Newsletter. You will find information about the Chorus’ plans for the year, triumphs from last semester, and the information you […]
The Women’s Chorus continues to provide a safe and unifying haven for young women at the University. An alumna recently told me that the highlight of her undergraduate years at U.Va. was the Chorus, and the care and compassion that the members gave each other. This is particularly important now, and we are reaching out […]
Happy holidays and seasons greetings to all of our alumnae, parents, and friends! First of all, I am thrilled to announce we have elected our new Managing Board for the 2015 calendar year so this is the last time you’ll be hearing from me! For those of you who tend to quickly skim through your […]
More details forthcoming, but plan to participate in reconnecting with friends, meeting new friends, and singing beautiful music. There will be a reception with heavy hors d’oeuvres followed by rehearsal on Friday night, rehearsal, concert, catered dinner, and slideshow on Saturday, and a brunch on Sunday. We hope to see you there!
The Chorus recently received special news coverage after singing this “Avila” with special accompaniment by Richard Will, Chair of the Department of Music at U.Va. The Chorus chose this song as a tribute to Hannah Graham; it was sung with full hearts and received with gratitude, touching many in the (sold-out) audience. Fall auditions were […]
The Chorus has been selected once again to participate in the National Christmas Tree Program. We hope to reconnect with many of you this year!
Greetings, Alumnae and Friends! The Chorus is excited to present the beautiful Candlelight Concerts in the Chapel. This year we are giving a special afternoon concert Saturday, December 6, at 4 PM, in addition to the Friday evening concert December 5, at 8 PM. We hope you can join us! The concert will feature harp, […]