Join us for ChoirsAlive!2
The O’Shaughnessy Concert Hall
St. Catherine’s University, St. Paul, MN
April 21, 2024 | 2:30PM
Calliope Women’s Chorus
Kith + Kin Chorus
Known MPLS
One Voice Mixed Chorus
Harmony in Union with Humanity
Do You Love to Sing?
Join the Great Northern Union for an Enriching Musical Journey!
Guest Night
Every Thursday Night at 7 PM
United Methodist Church of Peace,
6345 Xerxes Ave, Richfield, MN.
Feel free to let us know you’re coming.
We Are a Community of Voices: Whether you're an experienced choir singer or someone who simply finds joy in song, we invite you to a special evening of camaraderie and music. Experience the laughter, artistry, and unity that singing with us brings.
Diverse and Dynamic Repertoire: Our chorus performs a variety of a cappella styles, from the rich tones of barbershop to contemporary melodies. Current repertoire includes music from The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Karen Carpenter, Michael Bublé, and Art Garfunkel, in a repertoire that's ever-changing and vibrant.
Musical Quality: Our chorus isn't just about singing together; it's about reaching new heights. With accolades in top barbershop contests, we celebrate our collective passion and dedication to musical excellence.
Seasoned Leadership: Under the guidance of Artistic Director Brandon Galbraith and Associate Director Roger Williams, enjoy a musical experience filled with artistry and fun. With over 50 years of combined conducting experience, they bring each member’s talent to the forefront in an environment that's educational and enjoyable.
Welcoming All Voices: Our mixed chorus thrives on diversity, welcoming members from all over the Twin Cities and beyond. In our warm, accepting environment, every voice finds a home.
When: Every Thursday Night at 7:00 PM
Where: United Methodist Church of Peace, 6345 Xerxes Ave, Richfield, MN
Be a part of something special - come and see what the Great Northern Union is all about!
Harmony in Union with Humanity
The Great Northern Union is profoundly reimagining and rebuilding how we connect with communities through the arts.
Close vocal harmony is an ideal vehicle for creating a culture of belonging and safety for people who need creative spaces to express themselves, to bring unique aspects of their artistic identities forward, and to create a platform for their voices and stories. It requires deeply interacting with other people. We are building a grassroots community of artists who seek to be affirmed, through music, and contribute to a collective expression.
We took an ambitious step to realize the vision in January 2022, when we moved beyond our legacy as strictly a men’s chorus, to a choral organization welcoming singers of all gender identities. This is a revolutionary move in the traditional world of barbershop singing.
Removing our tradition-bound decades-old gender-identity restriction, and creating an all-voice chorus, is a direct invitation to all singers and sets the stage for creation of an entire intersectional community of harmony.