MISSION & HISTORY

OUR MISSION

To enrich the lives of our singers, audiences, and communities and to sustain the tradition of the choral arts by presenting superior performances of sacred and secular music.

HISTORY

The Arts Chorale of Winchester was formed in 2001 by founding artistic director, Michael Main, to perform, promote and preserve the choral arts in Winchester and beyond. As we enter the 2025-2026 season, we continue to provide a performance opportunity for people of all walks of life who love to sing and aspire to a high standard of music-making. The repertoire ranges from the choral classics, both sacred and secular, to the music of Broadway. Programming is designed to be both challenging and enjoyable.

The ACW presents two concerts: one in November or December and another in March or April. Rehearsals are held on Tuesday evenings from 7 to 9 pm. at First Baptist Church, 205 W. Picadilly Street, Winchester, VA.