The Chorale was founded in 1964 by Maestro L. Paul Madore, for whom the chorale is named. Under Paul Madore’s direction, the Chorale sang a variety of music, from Gregorian Chant contemporary styles. The Chorale performed fully staged productions of Die Fledermaus, Verdi’s Manzoni Requiem, the Berlioz Requiem, and The Armed Man by Sir Karl Jenkins. Additionally, the Chorale toured France twice, notably, to participate in the 50th Anniversary of D-Day Concert. The Chorale also toured Italy in 1997 and sang for Pope John Paul 11.
René Minalga-Rheault, conductor, pianist and organist with a Master’s Degree from the Longy School of Music took the position from 2019 -2026. Robin McKee Williams MA, CMVT, conductor, mezzo-soprano, voice specialist and lyricist is the interim director for the 2026-2027 season. Her studies include Distinguished Concerts International New York conducting mentoring program from 2020, McClosky Institute, Stanford University and The Royal Conservatory of Music.
Mission Statement
The Paul Madore Chorale (PMC) performs inspiring choral music for cultural and educational enrichment for audiences on Boston’s North Shore for people of all ages and backgrounds. They promote changing lives through the inspiration of beautiful music.
The Paul Madore Chorale 