Membership Information
NACC is a four part SATB chorus open to all adults (16 years old +) regardless of age, ability, and background.
NACC is a four part SATB chorus open to all adults (16 years old +) regardless of age, ability, and background.
Time Commitment
~ Two concerts per year, a Christmas concert early December, and a spring concert, early May.
~ Christmas rehearsals run mid September through the December Christmas concert.
~ Spring rehearsals run mid January through the May Spring concert.
~ We break between the Christmas concert and mid January, and break for the summer.
~ Rehearsals are Tuesday nights 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. at Algonquin Regional High School, Chorus Room; 79 Bartlett St. Northborough
~ Open rehearsals run September through October and January through February. Open rehearsals allow prospective members to try out the chorus before officially becoming a member.
~ Three rehearsals are held (Tues/Thurs/Fri) the week prior to each concert.
~ Rehearsal locations may change due to Algonquin availability. Check the calendar below for specific information.
~ The yearly general membership meeting is held the Tuesday night following the spring concert.
~ Christmas rehearsals run mid September through the December Christmas concert.
~ Spring rehearsals run mid January through the May Spring concert.
~ We break between the Christmas concert and mid January, and break for the summer.
~ Rehearsals are Tuesday nights 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. at Algonquin Regional High School, Chorus Room; 79 Bartlett St. Northborough
~ Open rehearsals run September through October and January through February. Open rehearsals allow prospective members to try out the chorus before officially becoming a member.
~ Three rehearsals are held (Tues/Thurs/Fri) the week prior to each concert.
~ Rehearsal locations may change due to Algonquin availability. Check the calendar below for specific information.
~ The yearly general membership meeting is held the Tuesday night following the spring concert.
Volunteer & Financial Commitments
We are a member supported organization that requires everyone to pitch in and do their part to help support the organization with their talents and financial support.
We have many opportunities for every skill level to serve the chorus membership.
"Many hands makes light work."
We receive grants from Massachusetts Cultural Council town organizations that help supplement our expenses, however the majority of the expenses are covered by our membership and fundraising efforts.
We pay for rental space, performance space, artistic teams, printing, music, insurance, equipment rental and more. The chorus also supports the local community with scholarships. We utilize music from our own library, and supplement with new pieces each concert.
Our "concert" year runs September through May.
~ Yearly dues are $40 (two concerts)
We encourage members to sing in both concerts. Dues for participation in one concert are $25.
We offer sponsorships to individuals who cannot participate financially.
We have many opportunities for every skill level to serve the chorus membership.
"Many hands makes light work."
We receive grants from Massachusetts Cultural Council town organizations that help supplement our expenses, however the majority of the expenses are covered by our membership and fundraising efforts.
We pay for rental space, performance space, artistic teams, printing, music, insurance, equipment rental and more. The chorus also supports the local community with scholarships. We utilize music from our own library, and supplement with new pieces each concert.
Our "concert" year runs September through May.
~ Yearly dues are $40 (two concerts)
We encourage members to sing in both concerts. Dues for participation in one concert are $25.
We offer sponsorships to individuals who cannot participate financially.
Covid-19 Requirements
To sing with the chorus we require: (Honor System)
~ Covid-19 vaccination or
~ Negative covid test prior to attendance (if not vaccinated, or if member exposed)
~ Facemasks recommended
~ Stay home if not feeling well (Online Zoom rehearsal available)
Recordings are available for members who miss a rehearsal
Concert Attire Required~ Simple But Elegant!
Women - (nothing sparkly) - Plain black ankle length dress, skirt, black dress slacks, black top, nylons and black shoes
Men - Plain black jacket, white dress shirt, black bow tie, black pants and black socks and shoes
Men - Plain black jacket, white dress shirt, black bow tie, black pants and black socks and shoes
