Choir Alberta fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive choral community. Our programs, resources, training, and performance opportunities recognize and celebrate the uniqueness of every voice.

We believe singing together in community and experiencing choral performance are transformational experiences that bridge cultural and personal differences.

Each year, Choir Alberta touches the lives of thousands of Albertans offering them unique and enriching opportunities in the world of choir and group singing.

Mission

We celebrate and champion group singing by empowering Alberta’s choral practitioners. 

Vision

A vibrant and connected choir community across Alberta.

Values & beliefs

VALUES
  • We foster connection and belonging through our work.
  • We create spaces for authenticity and courage.
  • We build on a foundation of inclusiveness and accessibility.
  • We deliver inspiring and uplifting experiences for our singing communities.
  • We encourage exploration and innovation in all that we do.

BELIEFS
  • Group singing is fundamental to our well-being.
  • There is power in all group singing.
  • Lifelong learning is integral to the group singing experience.
  • The past has paved the way to the present – we are grateful for, and honour the work and knowledge of our choral predecessors.

Diversity statement

Choir Alberta is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all, regardless of background, identity, or experience. We actively seek to create an atmosphere in which everyone feels valued, respected, and heard, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that may prevent anyone from participating in or enjoying choral activities. Our dedication to learning in equity, diversity, and inclusion is ongoing. 

We celebrate diversity as a key asset, acknowledging the unique perspectives and contributions of different backgrounds. 
Through education, dialogue, and collaboration, we aim to create a choral culture in Alberta that embraces diversity and provides a harmonious and inclusive experience for all.

Positioning

Choir Alberta is an integral contributor to the vitality of the choral community. We recognize choir as a wide and varied art form, and encourage everyone to sing and to be inspired by the choir experience. We are dedicated to raising the profile, elevating the quality, and highlighting the benefits of choir while supporting and educating choral practitioners and audiences.
 
Choir Alberta provides leaders and singers alike with relevant resources, training, and performance opportunities. Our expansive program roster is delivered in a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment.
 
Choir Alberta’s members include amateur and professional choirs, singers, directors, composers, teachers, audiences, businesses, and institutions. We serve these members with passion and dedication, with the goal of creating a culture that recognizes choir as an essential part of society and a valuable means for community engagement.