Who We Are
Since 1985, the Oregon Chorale has been bringing the joy of music to the Portland community from our home in Hillsboro. With 80 voices, we celebrate a wide range of music, from classical masterpieces to contemporary hits, and love collaborating with local musicians to create unforgettable performances.
We’ve had the honor of singing on iconic stages like Carnegie Hall, touring internationally, and even stepping into the spotlight as backup singers for Cypress Hill. Our partnerships with groups like the Oregon Symphony and our professional recordings showcase our passion for excellence and musical exploration. As one community member shared, “The concert was filled with exuberant music sung by enthusiastic choristers led by their dynamic director. Exceptional music performed by a joyful ensemble.”
But for us, it’s about more than just performances—it’s about building community and fostering a lifelong love of music. Whether we’re performing at Hillsboro Holly Days or supporting local school choral programs, we’re committed to making a difference.
Our singers come from all walks of life, united by a shared love of music and a commitment to making a difference. Whether we’re on stage or working in the community, we’re here to inspire, uplift, and connect through the power of music.
Our Mission
To inspire and connect our community through exceptional choral performances and meaningful educational outreach, fostering a lifelong love of music for all.
Our Vision
To be a beacon of artistic excellence, uniting people of all ages and backgrounds through the power of choral music. We envision a future where our performances and outreach inspire vibrant communities, nurture lifelong musical passion, and elevate the role of the arts in everyday life.
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Sharing meaningful musical experiences with excellence and professionalism.
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Elevating diverse voices, fostering equitable access, forging thoughtful partnerships, and challenging inequities.
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Engaging with the community through service, and building knowledge, skills, and confidence in singers of all ages.
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Communicating with transparency and kindness.
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Celebrating differences, welcoming others, and connecting through our shared passion of making music.
Our Values
Empowering Youth
A core part of the Oregon Chorale’s mission is to nurture the musical growth of young people in our community.
Through our Emerging Voices program, which began in 2000, talented high school singers are invited to rehearse and perform with the Chorale each term, receiving free voice lessons and music. We also offer free choral clinics and workshops to local school programs, helping to inspire the next generation of musicians.
We also offer the Bernie Kuehn Music Scholarship, an endowed scholarship award for graduating high school students pursuing a music major or minor in college. Additionally, we feature high school musicians at select performances and provide free concert admission to anyone under 18, ensuring that young audiences can experience the joy of live music.
2026-2027
Chorale Members
Soprano
Amanda Quinn
Ann Woods
Arielle Martingale
Caitlin Stave
Colleen Graves
Corie Wuehler
Dominique Garrison
Eleanor Lange
Elise Fast
Emma Davis
Erin Lewis
Jenn Binkley-Sabino
Josephyne Patten
Juliana Brown
Kaitlynn Bumanlag
Karin Allen
Mikayla Flood
Norah Baker
Shawn Harper
Sunny Brown
Sydney Timm
Zoie Harpole
Alto
Alana Bertram
Anna Danese
Anna Elliott
Anne Weld-Martin
Cathrine Huard
Colleen Heidebrecht
Courtney Holmes
Dianne Davies
Gina Machlan
Hayden Liao
Jabke Buesseler
Jack Wattier
Kenya Sánchez-Register
Lexie Simon
Lucy Tait
Marcela Ramirez
Mic George
Michelle Valko
Morgan Thompson
Nan Dahlquist
Nancy Culolias
Nancy Upton
Sally Mehler
Sarah Tinio
Shirley Hoffmann
Shirley Liu
Zdanna King
Tenor
Austin Randall
Austin Rupert
Benny Kuo
Brian Shoop
Colin Stave
Dale André
Derick Watson
Dru Zimmerman
Francis Upton
Isaac Chapelle
Jeff Staples
Jim Gent
Liam Baker
Markus Cadiz
Max McAtee
Rawdon Taylor
Sean McLeod
Zach Goldstein
Bass
Aaron Richardson
Austin Hanzlik
Bill Klatz
Brian Bertram
Charles Trabosh
Colin Shepard
Craig Bader
Hao Tran
Jacob Mott
Joe Johnson
Josh Hauser
Julian Taylor
Kristian Bumanlag
Luke Serra
Nathaniel Zulauf
Prune Wickart
Thomas McAulay
Tom Harper
Emerging Voices interns denoted by *.

