MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
Who Are We?
NACC is a four part SATB chorus open to all adults (16 years old +) regardless of age, ability, and background. Members join us from many areas in Worcester and Middlesex Counties.
We share the joy of coming together in a welcoming environment and encouraging mutual support, while blending
our voices in song, hearts in friendship, and enriching the community through choral performances.
The chorus includes experienced and inexperienced singers from all walks of life. Following our roots, we consider our group to be a safe place for all to learn about music, and a desire to learn with us is encouraged.
We share the joy of coming together in a welcoming environment and encouraging mutual support, while blending
our voices in song, hearts in friendship, and enriching the community through choral performances.
The chorus includes experienced and inexperienced singers from all walks of life. Following our roots, we consider our group to be a safe place for all to learn about music, and a desire to learn with us is encouraged.
What Do We Sing?
A little bit of everything! Classical, Pop, Rock, Broadway, Light Opera, Spiritual, Disney, Carols, Religious, and much more! Check out our past concert videos.
What About Covid?
NACC remains committed to encouraging members to stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccination which includes initial vaccination and boosters. Maintaining a fully vaccinated status provides an added layer of protection from COVID-19 and is proven to decrease instances of severe illness, hospitalization, and even death.
For participation 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
Recordings of rehearsals, along with parts, will be available for members who miss a rehearsal
Covid-19 protocols and policies of rehearsal and concert venues will be followed without exception.
Guidelines may change with updated choral association and CDC guidance.
For participation 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
Recordings of rehearsals, along with parts, will be available for members who miss a rehearsal
Covid-19 protocols and policies of rehearsal and concert venues will be followed without exception.
Guidelines may change with updated choral association and CDC guidance.
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.
~ 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.
~ 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.
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
