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Boise Women’s Chorus

Boise Women’s Chorus (BWC) was founded in 2015, with the goal of creating a more inclusive choral sound and expanding BGMC’s mission of LGBTQ+ advocacy to incorporate women’s rights and activism. BWC sang its first concert in September 2015 with 18 singers and has grown to more than 80 voices today.

BWC, like BGMC, is constantly building a diverse musical ensemble and expanding its programming to spread a message of love and inclusion for women, LGBTQ+ and all marginalized persons through song. BWC has now established itself as a well-known and respected arts organization in the Treasure Valley, often invited to sing at a variety of events and collaborate with groups like Pride and National Organization for Women.

In 2024, under the leadership of Artistic Director Lindsay Whittig the chorus will take 40 of its members to perform at New York City’s Carnegie Hall, sponsored by National Concerts. A once-in-a-lifetime experience, we will perform with two choruses, singing an advanced repertoire that includes two new commissioned pieces premiering at the concert.

BWC Auditions

Our next auditions for the 2024–25 season will be held in early August 2024 by appointment; look for more details here as we get closer to that date. Auditions include vocal exercises, pitch-matching exercises, sight-reading or singing a prepared song, depending on the chorus and artistic director’s needs for the coming season. We admit singers with musical experience or those willing to work hard to learn their music. Practice aids, including part tracks for each vocal range, are available on our member portal, Chorus Connection.

BWC Membership

Membership in Boise Women’s Chorus opens up a world of opportunities, along with some responsibilities. If you are invited to join the chorus, rehearsals are held 7 to 9 pm every Tuesday night, and regular attendance is expected. We also ask singers to pay dues to help cover our operating costs, and to take responsibility for printing their own sheet music as well as formal concert attire. It’s a big commitment, but it is so rewarding and tons of fun.

We have many chances throughout the year to appear not only at our own concerts but also at other events and venues, including Boise Pride, the State Capitol, Payette Brewery, Old State Penitentiary, JUMP, Festival of the Trees, and more. There are opportunities to volunteer at our events as well as take on leadership roles for those who have an interest and skills to share. At whatever level you choose to participate, you will meet new people, make new friends and become part of a family that loves and supports one another while making beautiful music together!