Ensembles & Choirs

Take the Stage with MacPhail Ensembles & Choirs

Perform, connect, and thrive through music.

There’s nothing like the energy of live performance. At MacPhail, our ensembles and choirs bring musicians together to rehearse, collaborate, and shine on stage. From jazz combos and rock bands to chamber groups, choirs, and full orchestras, we offer opportunities across genres, instruments, and experience levels. Whether you’re looking to jam, hone your craft, or share your sound with an audience, there’s a place for you in one of our dynamic performance groups. 

Participation details vary. Some ensembles are open to all, while others require an audition or placement assessment to ensure the best fit. Check individual ensemble descriptions for specific requirements. 

Financial assistance is available. If tuition is a barrier, we encourage you to apply. Learn More.

Already a MacPhail student? Students and families enrolled in at least 5 hours of Individual Lessons, Music Therapy, or Suzuki Talent Education in the same semester are eligible for our Music+ discount. Learn More.

Choirs

MacPhail offers a diverse range of choral ensembles for youth and adults, with both open and auditioned options to match every experience level. From introductory youth choirs to advanced ensembles, each group fosters musical growth, vocal technique, and a strong sense of community.

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Chamber Music

MacPhail Center for Music is proud of our dynamic program dedicated to advancing the art of chamber music through education, master classes, performance, and community engagement.

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Jazz

MacPhail Center for Music is proud to offer students exploration of the great Black American art-form, jazz. Our comprehensive, exploratory curriculum spans both grand traditions of the past and contemporary innovations, enhancing both student opportunities and the presence of jazz in the MacPhail community.

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Specialty Ensembles

MacPhail’s Specialty Ensembles offer one-of-a-kind opportunities for musicians to explore diverse styles, collaborate in new ways, and engage with their communities through music. From best-in-class performing ensembles to community-focused programs, each group is designed to inspire connection and artistic growth through shared performance.

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