About
Mission Statement:
Dedicated to performing the world's rich diversity of choral music and supporting the musical arts and artists on Cape Cod.
Chatham Chorale & Chatham Chorale Chamber Singers
2009 will recognize thirty-nine years of exceptional music making by the Chatham Chorale and the Chamber Singers of the Chatham Chorale. The groups have established themselves to be among Cape Cod's finest of outstanding and distinctive choral performers. In presenting some of the world's best-known choral works, CC and CCCS offer opportunities for members and those among the general population of Cape Cod who love music, to be involved in the promotion, appreciation and education of the musical arts.
Founded in 1970 by Marjorie Bennett Morley and Dr. E. Robert Harned, the Chatham Chorale's reputation was clearly formed by Ms. Morley's 17 years of inspiring and dedicated leadership. Since that time membership has grown to one hundred auditioned singers, representing almost every town on Cape Cod, who enjoy the versatile programming and diverse repertoire of their director Margaret T. Bossi. Her artistry, talent, untiring energy and infectious humor have created a unique experience for members and audiences alike.
In addition to singing great choral works, the Chorale has collaborated with the Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra, the Paul Winter Consort, Cape Cod Repertory Theatre, Mastersingers by the Sea, Theresa Thomason's Gospel Singers, local churches, schools and young persons' choirs.
The Chamber Singers of the Chatham Chorale are a selected group of thirty plus voices that present three concerts annually. While focusing on artistic quality, both groups give deliberate attention to their responsibility of increasing an awareness of and participation in outreach. The Chorale funds an annual scholarship for local students pursuing a musical education and the Chamber Singers make ongoing service appearances in nursing and assisted living facilities, a variety of community events and help share the joys music can inspire.
Margaret T. Bossi
One of Cape Cod's finest music directors, Margaret T. Bossi continues to inspire and challenge all members of Chatham Chorale and the Chamber Singers of Chatham Chorale. Now in her 24th year as full-time music director Ms. Bossi's enthusiasm, musical vision and dedicated commitment to the choral arts have led Chatham Chorale down numerous exciting and ecclectic paths that include Orff's Carmina Burana to Bach's Passions, Gilbert & Sullivan to Sondheim, and from Mozart to Paul Winter.
A graduate of Smith College where she earned her BA and Masters of Music degrees, while at Smith Ms. Bossi also studied choral conducting under the distinguished Iva Dee Hiatt. During four years of doctoral studies at Brandeis University she was active in its early music program. Prior to living on Cape Cod, Ms. Bossi was a teacher at both high school and college levels. She continues in her position at Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School with a focus to develop a regional children's chorus of concert quality.
Chatham Chorale's History
During the past 39 years the chorale has presented hundreds of programs in numerous venues on and off Cape Cod to intergenerational audiences who value choral music.
Here is a sampling from each season.
