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 to contemporary styles. The Chorale performed fully staged productions of Die Fledermaus, Verdi’s Manzoni Requiem, the Berlioz Requiem, and The Armed Man by 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 II.
René Minalga-Rheault took the position of Music Director in 2019 after Paul’s retirement. Paul remained active with the Chorale until his death in June 2021. While closed during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Chorale returned for the 2021-2022 season.
In addition to our main choir, Calliope, is an offshoot of the Paul Madore Chorale featuring solely treble voices, usually in the settings of SSA and SSAA. This smaller group takes it’s name from Calliope, a Greek muse who who presides over eloquence and epic poetry. This group is by audition only and is an opportunity for singers to try more challenging repertoire in a small group setting!
The Paul Madore Chorale 