Looking for a musical home in southern Vermont? Ready for a warm and welcoming community? Want to sing, laugh, cry, and feel the supreme joy that comes from voices joined in song? The Brattleboro Women’s Chorus may be right for you.
If you are at least 10 years of age, identify as female or non-binary, and have a vocal range that comfortably includes the A in the middle of the treble staff, you qualify!
PLAY “A”
“Singing has the ability to instantly transport me to a place of spiritual bliss. Sharing this with 80 to 100 other women, who are also singing from their hearts, is just as about as good as life gets!”
-Paula
Rehearsals
We begin with vocal warm ups and stretching. Next we work on beautiful and uplifting songs chosen by Becky, our musical director. Chorus members learn all music aurally – that is, entirely by listen and repeat. We do not use music in our concerts, so words and music are memorized. Singers practice independently between sessions with the help of provided online resources. These include sound tracks, lyrics, and sometimes sheet music.
The Music
The musical program features an eclectic mix from around the world, songs that are both spirited and spiritual. Many pieces involve 3 to 5-part harmonies, while others are rounds. We often include instrumental performances by local guest musicians.
Listen to some samples from our CD
Covid Policies
Masking is now optional in our rehearsals and concerts. Our current Covid policies, should someone be exposed, can be found here.
Fees
Fees are used for staff, facilities, music licenses, musicians, and other incidental costs. The fee per semester for in-person rehearsals is on a sliding scale of $85-$180 ($160 being the “true cost”). BWC also provides financial assistance to make Chorus accessible to all.
“This is my first season with BWC & I have never met so many kind and welcoming people in my entire life.” – Lori
Fall 2025 Rehearsal Options
FALL 2025: Weekly Rehearsals begin September 11 (which is open to new singers)
Choose ONE Rehearsal
Thursday mornings 10-12
Brattleboro Music Center
Thursday evenings 6:30-8:30
First Congregational Church, West Brattleboro
ABOUT FALL REHEARSALS
Our first rehearsal will be an Open Rehearsal for new singers on September 11 with weekly rehearsals following until our concerts November 22 & 23. Those who plan to sing in the concerts will be required to listen and practice between rehearsals. Switching back and forth between rehearsals is OK with advance notice this fall.
How to Register
Registration is done online using the links below. Though written to returning singers, it is helpful to read the registration letter (green button above) before enrolling. If you would like a paper version of the registration or financial aid forms, just print out the last two pages of the letter and mail them with payment to:
Brattleboro Women’s Chorus
P.O. Box 2591 Brattleboro, VT 05303
RETURNING SINGERS
Get ready for another
fun session!
Our next session begins with an
Open Rehearsal on
September 11
(for all singers, new and returning)
Can’t sing this term but want to support the BWC?
NEW SINGERS
Ready to join? Great!
Our next session begins with an Open Rehearsal on
September 11
We will kick off the spring with an open rehearsal for new singers to check out on September 11. Register below to attend!
Or use the green button for returning singers to register for the entire session!
We can’t wait to meet you!
