Join the Masterwork Chorale!
We are a non-denominational, community choral group with approximately 120 singers, which joins forces with the Chancel Choir to sing our choral concerts at First Church. We perform two major concerts a year—early December and in the spring. Selected musicians from the San Diego Symphony Orchestra accompany our performances.
2019 Advent Choral Concert
Sunday, December 8 | 7 PM | First Church sanctuary
Registration opens on Wednesday, August 28 at 10 AM. Please return to this page to register. Participants will register by voice section - seats are limited and registration for each section will close when filled.
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Rehearsals start on Tuesday evening, September 10 at 7:30 PM (sign-in at 7 PM)
2019 Advent Choral Concert features the following musical works:
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Magnificat by John Rutter
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Four Winter Songs by Ola Gjeilo: The Rose, Ecce Novum, Serenity, and Spotless Rose.
FAQ!
Do I have to audition to join this choir?
No auditions needed and all voice parts are welcome
Do I need to know how to read music?
Yes, singers should have an ability to read moderately difficult music.
Is there a cost to join?
Choir members pay a $60 fee per semester to join and also need to bring their own music, purchased at the same time as the online registration or at the first rehearsal.
When can I register?
Registration must be done online before the first rehearsal and payment should be made via credit card online, or by check (payable to FUMCSD) at the first rehearsal.
When and where are the rehearsals?
MWC rehearse on Tuesdays, 7:30–9 PM in Sutherland Family Music Center, located immediately to the west of our main sanctuary.
For more information, contact
Stan Wicks, Director of Worship Music and Arts
619-297-4366 x 135
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Katie Englund, Masterwork Chorale Secretary
858-336-8464