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Join the Fox Valley Opera Chorus: Elevating Choral Excellence

We are thrilled to invite you to be part of the Fox Valley Opera Chorus, a high-quality ensemble that will bring exceptional choral performances to the suburbs of Chicago. Following the success of our recent performance of Handel’s Messiah, which earned praise as one of the best productions in the area, we are ready to embark on an exciting journey of growth and artistic excellence.

Our Vision: Aiming Higher Together

The success of Messiah has inspired us to dream bigger and strive for more. We aspire to become one of the great large choruses in suburban Chicago—and, make no mistake, there are quite a few already! Under the direction of maestro J. MacArthur Willaert this goal is not only possible—it’s achievable in a remarkably short time. With the talent of great singers like you, we will aim to continuously elevate every aspect of our productions, from repertoire to venues, and expand our impact on the community.

Yuletide: Handel's Messiah and Other Tidings of Comfort and Joy

🎄 Fall 2025 Session Rehearsal Schedule

Performance: Saturday, November 29, 7:00 PM at OPC
Call Time: 5:30 PM
Dress Rehearsal: Tuesday, November 25, 7:00–9:00 PM at OPC
Weekly Rehearsals: Tuesdays, September 9–November 25, 7:00–9:00 PM
No Rehearsal: October 28

🗓 Rehearsal Dates:

Sep 9, 16, 23, 30
Oct 7, 14, 21
🚫 Oct 28 – No Rehearsal
Nov 4, 11, 18
👗 Nov 25 – Dress Rehearsal
🎭 Nov 29 (Sat) – Performance

Brahms Requiem

🎶 Spring 2025 Session Rehearsal Schedule

Performance: Saturday, May 2 at Baker Church
Dress Rehearsal: Friday, May 1 (Evening) at Baker Church
Weekly Rehearsals: Tuesdays, March 3–April 28, 7:00–9:00 PM at OPC
No Rehearsal: March 17

🗓 Rehearsal Dates:

Mar 3, 10
🚫 Mar 17 – No Rehearsal
Mar 24, 31
Apr 7, 14, 21
Apr 28 – Final Rehearsal
👗 May 1 (Fri) – Dress Rehearsal
🎭 May 2 (Sat) – Performance

How Membership Works

Membership in the Fox Valley Opera Chorus involves a dues-based structure, which will directly fund:

Paid positions within the chorus
Orchestra and other accompaniment for performances
High-quality rehearsal and performance spaces
Other operational needs

As a dues-paying member, you will also contribute to raising awareness and supporting local charities, a core value of our organization. Fox Valley Opera operates at this time in a two-session season, Fall Session & Spring Session. Dues for the chorus are $50 per session. Scholarships are available, to inquire please email chorus@foxvalleyopera.org.

We offer 2 ways to audition:

Send a roughly 30 second video of you singing any song to chorus@foxvalleyopera.org. Please send us your video by September 7.
A 15 minute in-person audition at Oswego Presbyterian Church on August 19 or August 23. CLICK HERE to sign up for a time slot.

Support Beyond Membership

While membership dues will help cover operational expenses, additional funding will be needed to support the scale and growth of our productions. We encourage those who are able to consider making a donation to help fund scholarships for choristers and support our artistic goals. If you would like to make a donation please click here or use the button at the bottom of the page titled "Give."

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