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Singing to Enrich and Inspire

Thank you for coming to our Fall Concerts. We're looking forward to seeing you again in December for

Experience the beauty, wonder, and hope of the season at Christmas at Assisi: The Promise of Peace, a concert inspired by the timeless message of peace and reconciliation. This cherished holiday tradition brings together the Honors Concert Choir, the Choral Arts Treble Singers, and the acclaimed Choral Arts Ensemble, continuing a musical legacy spanning more than 40 years.


Enveloped in the grandeur of Lourdes Chapel at Assisi Heights, audiences will hear classic carol arrangements, historical choral treasures, stirring new works, and beloved popular selections — music chosen to comfort, inspire, and unite. From moments of quiet reflection to joyful celebration, The Promise of Peace invites listeners of all ages to step away from the world's noise and rediscover the hope and shared humanity at the heart of the Christmas season.

Enjoy a 30-minute organ prelude before each performance.

Shuttle Buses will be available from the JM Parking lot beginning 45 minutes before each performance

Tickets - $15-$45/Adults • $10-$45/Students

A Choral Orchestral Concert coming in March 2027

Heaven & Earth Rejoice: Giants of the Baroque

March 13 - 14
St. Francis Catholic Church
Experience the joy of everyday things.  .  .

something whose name is Forever

May 1 - 2
Christ United Methodist Church

Singing to enrich and inspire

Choral Arts is a community choral organization in Rochester, MN, dedicated to outstanding choral performance. We have two auditioned choirs -- the mixed 60-voice Ensemble Singers and the 30-voice Treble Singers.

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Please take a moment to learn more about us:

Commissioned Works

Choral Arts has a long history of supporting the creation of new choral works through our commissioning program. Our concerts regularly feature world premieres of new pieces. Currently our library includes more than 80 commissions. Learn more about our commissions 

Little Blue
06:05
Between Prairie and Sky Movement III: To lie down on prairie
04:05
Between Prairie and Sky Movement II: Even a leaf
04:13
Between Prairie and Sky Movement I: The Mississippi Behind Us
04:52
Modern Oaths Movement I: Invocation
03:36
Modern Oaths Movement II: Declaration
04:18
Modern Oaths, Movement III: Commitment
07:11
Modern Oaths, Movement IV: Responsibility
04:17

Education & Outreach

Recent studies show that choral activities are essential for community health. The 2019 Chorus Impact Study: Singing for a Lifetime revealed that music education in schools is key to lifelong singing and the benefits it brings.


The study further highlighted the importance of choral groups in communities. People of all ages who sing feel more connected to others and better able to socialize . Also, choral singing promotes healthy, vibrant aging and even improvements to chronic health conditions. 

 

Choral Arts Ensemble supports several programs that bring choral music to our community.
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support Grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

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810 3rd Ave SE, Second Floor

Rochester, MN 55904
507-252-8427

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