Pasadena Chorale Presents I Believe
Wednesday, February 25 at 7:30pm
“I Believe” is an exploration of faith and hope, and a celebration of the profound musical contributions of two Black American composers–Michal Dawson Connor and Margaret Bonds. The award-winning Pasadena Chorale will perform works by these two composers in a concert that honors a rich tradition of resilience, belief, and spiritual reflection.
LISTEN TO PASADENA CHORALE’S NEW ALBUM!
NOW AVAILABLE ON BANDCAMP
Performed by the award-winning Pasadena Chorale, this album marks the ensemble’s first professional recording in more than a decade, and features the work’s composer, Shawn Kirchner, at the piano. This new holiday classic has been performed live by the Chorale every December for the past four years and has become a cherished seasonal tradition.
The Pasadena Chorale Sound
Recognized with the 2024 American Prize in Choral Performance, the Chorale is celebrated for its expressive artistry, emotional depth, and vibrant community of singers. Experience the radiant, award-winning sound of the Pasadena Chorale by watching more of our performances on YouTube.
OUR AWARD-WINNING MAIN ENSEMBLE
PASADENA CHORALE
The Pasadena Chorale is the organization’s flagship ensemble—an award-winning, 85-voice choir recognized with the prestigious 2024 American Prize in Choral Performance. Known for its expressive artistry and emotional depth, the Chorale performs free concerts that celebrate both masterworks and underrepresented composers. At its core is a vibrant, committed community of singers dedicated to artistic excellence and meaningful musical connection.
OUR NEWEST ENSEMBLE
PASADENA CHORAL SOCIETY
The Pasadena Choral Society is the newest ensemble of the award-winning Pasadena Chorale, offering singers additional performance opportunities and expanding the Chorale’s mission to provide free, high-quality choral music to the community. Under the artistic direction of Jeffrey Bernstein, the Choral Society presents seasonal and thematic programs that complement the Chorale’s main season performances.
OUR MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIR
HIGH NOTES
A treble chorus for singers in grades 6-10, the High Notes rehearse weekly, practicing high-level ensemble singing and learning vocal technique and music theory. The High Notes perform several times annually, both with the Pasadena Chorale and on their own.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
The Pasadena Chorale gratefully acknowledges the support of the Los Angeles County Department of Arts & Culture, the City of Pasadena, Pasadena Community Foundation, Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts, Capital Group & The California Wellness Foundation.
OUR 2025-2026 CONCERT SEASON
Aug 27
Rebirth
Divine music of the Renaissance | 16-voice ensemble
Nov 19
Brahms Requiem
Grieving, healing, comfort | Pasadena Chorale
Dec 3
The Light of Hope Returning
Shawn Kirchner's beloved winter oratorio | Pasadena Chorale
Dec 10
Messiah
Handel's perennial favorite | Pasadena Choral Society
Feb 25
I Believe
Music of Margaret Bonds & Michal Dawson Connor | Pasadena Chorale
Mar 25
Songs of Love
Choral works by Samuel Barber, Eric Whitacre, and others | 16-voice ensemble
May 3
Spring Sing
Annual concert featuring the High Notes
May 13
A Sea Symphony
Vaughan Williams' visionary setting of Walt Whitman | Pasadena Chorale
May 20
Life of Mozart
Mozart's Requiem presented in a dramatic frame | Pasadena Choral Society
Jun 20
Listening to the Future
World premieres by young composers from Pasadena area-schools | Pasadena Chorale
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