Aurora Chorus

Aurora was founded on the belief that music can be a powerful instrument of peace—locally, globally, and in the hearts of all who sing and listen. Since 1992, Aurora Chorus has honored the strength and beauty of women’s lives through the art of choral singing. Our mission is to create a transformative choral experience that fosters peace, celebrates womanhood, and embraces inclusivity so that singers of all backgrounds can connect through music, promote artistic excellence, and cultivate personal and interpersonal well-being. We are proud to celebrate the lives and works of all women, including our trans sisters. In an atmosphere of personal growth and cooperation, Aurora is proud to provide both novice and experienced singers with a space for developing a love of singing into an understanding and appreciation of choral technique, healthy vocal production, musical expression, and musical literacy. Aurora Chorus is comprised of about 80 singers from the Portland/Vancouver metro area. The chorus presents three full-length concerts each season. Aurora’s repertoire crosses centuries, continents, cultures, and languages, though character and style overall leans toward contemporary composers and arrangements of contemporary singer/songwriters. Aurora’s programming is woven together through themes of compassion, justice and peace—for all people and for all of life. As a women’s chorus, Aurora is focused particularly on giving voice to women’s perspectives and empowerment, not only by singing about women, but also by featuring women composers and poets.