Chorus Inspira

to our final concert of the season! Thank you to everyone who joined us as we closed out our first season as the newly-renamed Chorus Inspira. Here's to lots more beautiful music ahead of us next year, as we celebrate our 75th anniversary! Stay tuned in the weeks ahead for a season announcement.

Chorus Inspira is seeking section leaders!

Edmonton’s premier symphonic chorus invites interested and qualified applicants for possible positions as vocal section leaders in all voice parts.

The qualifications for these positions include strong vocal ability, excellent reading skills, and leadership qualities appropriate to working in a choral ensemble environment. Tasks will include attending all rehearsals and performances in the choir’s season; providing vocal and musical direction to the section; acting as a liaison between members in their section and the music director; and periodically conducting sectional rehearsals as required. A competitive remuneration is offered. This is an annual appointment, with the possibility of renewal.

Visit our website to learn more, and to apply!

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After 13 years of dedicated service to Richard Eaton Singers, now Chorus Inspira, our General Manager, Vicky Smith, has announced her retirement. Vicky has been a cornerstone of our administration, and while we will miss her deeply, we celebrate the incredible legacy she leaves behind.

In light of this news, we are seeking a strategic, systems-focused General Manager. This is a pivotal role for a professional who thrives at the intersection of arts administration, financial and relationship management. To learn more about the position, and to submit an application, visit our website:

https://chorusinspira.ca/home/get-involved-2/general-manager-position/?utm_name=sked&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=sked_6a1a037677e5c1d1f340a80b

General Manager Position JOB POSTING: General Manager Organization: Chorus Inspira (formerly Richard Eaton Singers) Location: Edmonton, Alberta (Hybrid) Position Type: Professional Contract (Approx. 20 hours/week; scalable by production) Compensation: $35.00 – $42.00 per hour (Commensurate with experience) Closing Date: W...

Last chance! This evening, Chorus Inspira presents 'Of Praise and Passion: Bach's Magnificat & Vivaldi's Gloria".

Join us at 7:30 at All Saints’ Anglican Cathedral for a stunning program of early music. Tickets on sale now through our website:

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TONIGHT AND TOMORROW! Join us for our final concert of the season.

Experience Bach's Magnificat and Vivaldi's Gloria as you've never heard them before: 100 voices singing together alongside a baroque orchestra, in the intimate atmosphere and incredible acoustics of All Saints’ Anglican Cathedral.

And remember, we've introduced a new tiered ticketing model to help make the arts more accessible for all audiences. Head to our website to learn more, and to secure your seat.

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Chorus Inspira, Baroque Orchestra, and soloists are looking (and sounding) amazing in All Saints' Cathedral Edmonton Downtown!

Concerts this Friday and Saturday, 7.30pm. Limited remaining tickets at the door or in advance on our website.

Can you tell me what baroque instruments are being featured?

Photography: ErikVisser.com

Want to know more about our concert this weekend?

Click the link to view the program.

https://chorusinspira.ca/home/2025-26-season/bach-vivaldi/bach-vivaldi-program/

Tickets $40 at the door

Bach’s Magnificat & Vivaldi’s Gloria PROGRAM Bach’s Magnificat & Vivaldi’s Gloria Friday & Saturday, May 29 & 30, 2026 7:30pm All Saints’ Anglican Cathedral Chorus Inspira Andrew Bortz, Conductor Inspira Baroque Orchestra Jolaine Kerley, Soprano Soloist Dawn Bailey, Soprano Soloist Tina Alexander-Luna, Alto Soloist Ian Bannerman,...

Wondering when to clap at a classical concert? You're not alone! We've got some cues you can use to applaud with confidence, so you can relax and enjoy the music.

CONCERT ETIQUETTE: WHEN TO CLAP

New audience members might be surprised by the infrequent applause they hear during symphonies, oratorios, recitals, and other classical music performances.

The prevailing practice is to refrain from clapping after each movement or piece, and to save your applause until the end of the larger work.

It can get a little confusing, though, when the program features groupings of short pieces. And what about intermission?!

If you’re feeling unsure, here are a few cues you can use to determine if it’s an appropriate time to clap:

👏 Intermission
👏 Conductor turns to audience
👏 Artists take a bow
👏 The end of the concert... but you probably knew that one!

Having said all that, these are simply guidelines: nobody is going to be kicked out for politely clapping at the ‘wrong’ time!

And while some folks feel the silence allows them to better enjoy the experience, others prefer to respond authentically when the music moves them.

One final thought: this practice of holding applause is relatively new, dating back to the early 20th century. Baroque and classical audiences were much more rowdy, and treated the music with far less reverence... eating, drinking, talking, and even playing cards during concerts.

And while we wouldn’t take things THAT far, it’s good to know that anyone who claims “it’s always been done that way” is simply mistaken.

The bottom line? It’s all a matter of taste and preference. Focus on the music, and enjoy the show!

Now take what you've learned, and come join us on May 29 & 30 for our final performance of the season! Tickets available now:

https://chorusinspira.ca/home/2025-26-season/bach-vivaldi/?utm_name=sked&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=sked_69fba465d7817914dc79c71e

In one week, our inaugural season as Chorus Inspira comes to a brilliant close with three choral masterpieces: Handel’s 'Zadok the Priest', Bach’s radiant 'Magnificat', and Vivaldi’s joyful 'Gloria'. Join us May 29 and 30 at All Saints' Anglican Cathedral, Edmonton under the baton of Andrew Bortz, for an unforgettable evening of music. Tickets on sale now!

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