Kaleid Choral Festival: Saturday Showcase Concert
Kikimasu Open Rehearsal

Curious about choir? Join us for this no-commitment free opportunity to see what a Kikimasu rehearsal is like! No experience required. Your child will be invited to sit with the group and sing along; parents/guardians are also welcome to observe.
Kikimasu is an auditioned choir for children ages 9 to 12 (must be 9 by January 1, 2026 for the coming season). Check out Tamariki for younger kids, and Shumayela for older kids.
Please note, while we rehearse in an Anglican church, we are not a religious organization. All are welcome. We are committed to equity - read more here.
Vacilando Open Rehearsal

Curious about choir? Join us for this no-commitment free opportunity to see what a Vacilando rehearsal is like! You will have the option of joining in with the choir and singing along, observing, or any mix of the two. We will also have a brief chat about the choir's performance and learning opportunities and what is expected of members. No experience required!
Vacilando is an auditioned mixed-voice choir for all genders. No experience is required, but reading music is an asset. The choir performs several times a year and frequently memorizes its selections, but the workload is lower. For a busier and more challenging learning and performance experience, check out Òran. For an upper voice option, have a look at ChandraTala.
Please note, while we rehearse in an Anglican church (which is affirming and welcoming for 2SLGBTQ+ folks), we are not a religious organization. All are welcome. We are committed to equity - read more here.
St Timothy's Anglican has a step-free entrance on 84 Ave - please let us know if you would like to use this door. Washrooms are accessible on the main floor as well as in the basement via an elevator. The church has all-gender washrooms available on both levels.
ChandraTala Open Rehearsal

Curious about choir? Join us for this no-commitment free opportunity to see what a ChandraTala rehearsal is like! You will have the option of joining in with the choir and singing along, observing, or any mix of the two. We will also have a brief chat about the choir's performance and learning opportunities and what is expected of members. No experience required!
ChandraTala is an auditioned ensemble for upper voices of all genders (sopranos and altos) with some choral experience. Read more about the choir here. For a mixed choir experience, check out Vacilando or Òran.
Please note, while we rehearse in an Anglican church (which is affirming and welcoming for 2SLGBTQ+ folks), we are not a religious organization. All are welcome. We are committed to equity - read more here.
St Paul's Anglican has a step-free entrance on the south side of the church as well as handicapped parking. There is a short flight of stairs up to the rehearsal space as well as an elevator. Washrooms are accessible on the main floor.
Òran Open Rehearsal

Curious about choir? Join us for this no-commitment free opportunity to see what an Òran rehearsal is like! You will have the option of joining in with the choir and singing along, observing, or any mix of the two. We will also have a brief chat about the choir's performance and learning opportunities and what is expected of members. No experience required!
Òran is our busiest adult ensemble, and is an auditioned group for mixed voices of all genders. While no experience is required to join, reading music and choral experience are assets as we have a busy schedule packed with music! For a slower-paced experience, check out Vacilando. For an upper voice ensemble option, check out ChandraTala.
Please note, while we rehearse in a church (which is affirming and welcoming for 2SLGBTQ+ folks), we are not a religious organization. All are welcome. We are committed to equity - read more here.
McDougall United Church is locked at all times for security reasons, but you can enter the church via the ramp door on the south side of the building (MacDonald Drive). There should be someone available to admit you until about 7:20 PM, and we will post instructions for access on the door as well. McDougall's main space is accessible via a short flight of stairs or an elevator; the stage itself is only accessible by stairs. The church has an all-gender washroom available.
Tamariki 1/2 Monday Open Rehearsal

Curious about choir? Join us for this no-commitment free opportunity to see what Tamariki is like! No experience required. Your child will be invited to sit with the group and sing along; parents/guardians are also welcome to observe.
Tamariki 1/2 is a non-auditioned choir for children ages 5 to 9 (must be 5 by January 1, 2026 for the coming season). Check out Kikimasu for older kids.
Please note, while we rehearse in an Anglican church, we are not a religious organization. All are welcome. We are committed to equity - read more here.
Tamariki 1 Wednesday Open Rehearsal

Curious about choir? Join us for this no-commitment free opportunity to see what Tamariki is like! No experience required. Your child will be invited to sit with the group and sing along; parents/guardians are also welcome to observe.
Tamariki 1 is a non-auditioned choir for children ages 5 to 7 (must be 5 by January 1, 2026 for the coming season). Check out Kikimasu for older kids.
Please note, while we rehearse in an Anglican church, we are not a religious organization. All are welcome. We are committed to equity - read more here.
Tamariki 2 Wednesday Open Rehearsal

Curious about choir? Join us for this no-commitment free opportunity to see what Tamariki is like! No experience required. Your child will be invited to sit with the group and sing along; parents/guardians are also welcome to observe.
Tamariki 2 is a non-auditioned choir for children ages 7 to 9 (must be 7 by January 1, 2026 for the coming season). Check out Kikimasu for older kids.
Please note, while we rehearse in an Anglican church, we are not a religious organization. All are welcome. We are committed to equity - read more here.
Shumayela Open Rehearsal

Curious about choir? Join us for this no-commitment free opportunity to see what a Shumayela rehearsal is like! No experience required. Prospective singers will be invited to sit with the group and sing along; parents/guardians are also welcome to observe.
Shumayela is an auditioned choir for youth ages 12 to 16 (must be 12 by January 1, 2026 for the coming season). Check out Kikimasu for younger kids, and Korora and Korus for older kids.
Please note, while we rehearse in an Anglican church, we are not a religious organization. All are welcome. We are committed to equity - read more here.
St Paul's Anglican has a step-free entrance on the south side of the church as well as handicapped parking. There is a short flight of stairs up to the rehearsal space as well as an elevator. Washrooms are accessible on the main floor.
Journey
Build your own musical adventure! Season end "choir-crawl" with all eight of our ensembles, and special guests Braille Tones.
Korora & Korus Open Rehearsal

Curious about choir? Join us for this no-commitment free opportunity to see what a Korora Choirs youth rehearsal is like! No experience required. Prospective singers will be invited to sit with the group and sing along; parents/guardians are also welcome to observe.
Korora and Korus are both choirs for youth aged 15 to 24. Korora is the busier of the two choirs, with two weekly rehearsals and more tours and performance opportunities; Korus is a once-weekly choir for youth wanting to sing but needing a lower commitment level. At this open rehearsal, you'll be able to learn about both choirs to have an idea of which might be the best fit for you.
Please note, while we rehearse in a church (which is affirming and welcoming for 2SLGBTQ+ folks), we are not a religious organization. All are welcome. We are committed to equity - read more here.
McDougall United Church is locked at all times for security reasons, but you can enter the church via the ramp door on the south side of the building (MacDonald Drive). There should be someone available to admit you until about 7:10 PM, and we will post instructions for access on the door as well. McDougall's main space is accessible via a short flight of stairs or an elevator; the stage itself is only accessible by stairs. The church has an all-gender washroom available.