activities · 22
what they do
direct service · 18
- Chorus rehearsals and recruitment Community Choral and Ensemble RehearsalsThe chorus holds weekly rehearsals at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Phoenix and conducts open rehearsals for new members every August and January.
- Chorus rehearsals and recruitment Community Choral and Ensemble RehearsalsThe chorus holds weekly rehearsals at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Phoenix, with additional mandatory rehearsals during concert preparation periods. They also conduct open rehearsals for new members every August and January.
- Commissioning new musical works Commissioning New Musical WorksThe organization commissions pieces from contemporary female composers to expand the choral repertoire.
- Commissions and performs works by contemporary female composers Commissioning New Musical WorksActively commissions new musical pieces from contemporary female composers as part of its performance repertoire.
- Community engagement through performances Choral and Orchestral Concert PerformancesThe chorus contributes to community activities by performing at festivals, charity events, ceremonies, sporting events (including singing the National Anthem at Phoenix Mercury Games), and other special occasions like the Rise Sister Rise event, Global Justice Teach-In, and AirForce Induction Ceremonies.
- Community engagement through performances Choral and Orchestral Concert PerformancesThe chorus contributes to community activities by performing at festivals, charity events, ceremonies, sporting events (including singing the National Anthem at Phoenix Mercury Games), and other special occasions like the Global Justice Teach-In and AirForce Induction Ceremonies.
- Community service volunteering Community Service Event CoordinationThe chorus volunteers with other non-profit organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse.
- Community volunteering Community Service Event CoordinationThe Phoenix Women's Chorus volunteers with other community organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse.
- Deploys volunteers for marketing and outreach events Volunteer-Based Theater SupportUses volunteers at external events such as festival booths, sporting events, and special performances to promote the chorus.
- Engages volunteers in concert operations and audience support Volunteer-Based Theater SupportUtilizes volunteers to greet patrons, collect tickets, distribute programs, and assist with seating at concerts.
- Hosts regular and open rehearsals for members Community Choral and Ensemble RehearsalsHolds weekly rehearsals every Tuesday at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, with additional mandatory rehearsals during concert preparation, and offers open rehearsals for prospective members every August and January.
- Integrates American Sign Language and movement into performancesTranslates musical performances into live visual expressions using American Sign Language and movement to enhance accessibility and artistic expression.
- Organizes community volunteer service initiatives Community Service Event CoordinationCoordinates chorus member participation in volunteer efforts with community organizations including Habitat for Humanity and Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse.
- Participates in public and ceremonial events Choral and Orchestral Concert PerformancesPerforms at public ceremonies, charity events, festivals, sporting events, and civic occasions such as singing the National Anthem at Phoenix Mercury games and participating in Air Force induction ceremonies.
- Participates in women-focused music eventsParticipates in events celebrating women in music, such as the Rise Sister Rise event, which the chorus has attended for multiple years.
- Performing choral concerts Choral and Orchestral Concert PerformancesThe Phoenix Women's Chorus performs two full-length choral programs annually, with four performances each in the spring and fall, and additional performances at various events and fundraisers. These performances sometimes include American Sign Language interpretation and movement.
- Performing choral concerts Choral and Orchestral Concert PerformancesThe Phoenix Women's Chorus performs two full-length choral programs annually, with four performances in the spring and fall, and additional performances at various events and fundraisers. These performances sometimes include American Sign Language interpretation and movement.
- Produces and performs in annual concert programs Choral and Orchestral Concert PerformancesOffers two full-length concert programs annually, each with multiple performances in the spring and fall, and performs at additional events and fundraisers throughout the year.
capacity building · 4
- Appoints artistic leadershipAppoints artistic directors to lead musical and performance direction, such as the appointment of Karli Anderson.
- Engages skilled professionals to support organizational operationsInvolves individuals with professional expertise to strengthen the internal operations and management of the Phoenix Women's Chorus.
- Volunteer engagement for operations and events Volunteer-Based Theater SupportThe chorus engages volunteers for various operational and event-related tasks, including concert support (greeting patrons, ticket collection, program distribution, seating), fundraising efforts, and staffing marketing events like festival booths and special performances. They also engage individuals with professional skills to support organizational operations.
- Volunteer engagement for operations and events Volunteer-Based Theater SupportThe chorus engages volunteers for various roles including concert support (greeting patrons, ticket collection, program distribution, seating), fundraising efforts, and marketing events such as festival booths and special performances. They also engage individuals with professional skills to support organizational operations.
strategies · 9
how they think
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- Advancing social justice through musical repertoire social_justice_through_musicThe chorus selects and performs choral works, including traditional, contemporary, and classical pieces, that are rooted in social justice themes, and specifically includes works by female composers, to educate communities and eliminate prejudice and discrimination.
- Advancing social justice through musical repertoire social_justice_through_musicThe chorus uses its musical repertoire, including traditional, contemporary, and classical choral works, as a vehicle to address social justice issues, empower women, educate communities about diversity, and combat prejudice and discrimination.
- Building community and support through local partnerships community_partnershipsThe chorus collaborates with local businesses to strengthen community engagement and secure financial and in-kind support, while also offering inclusive volunteer opportunities for non-singers to contribute.
- Building community partnerships for support and engagement community_partnershipsThe chorus collaborates with local businesses to foster community engagement and secure support for its mission and activities.
- Enhancing musical expression through visual translation visual_music_translationThe chorus uses American Sign Language and expressive movement to visually interpret choral music, ensuring that the emotional and artistic essence of the performance is conveyed to a broader audience.
- Enhancing musical expression through visual translation visual_music_translationThe chorus integrates American Sign Language and expressive movement into its performances to visually interpret choral music, thereby preserving and conveying its emotional and artistic depth to a broader audience.
- Fostering inclusive community through music inclusive_community_buildingThe chorus intentionally creates a welcoming and safe space for diverse individuals, including women-identifying, queer, trans, nonbinary, and allied singers of all musical abilities, without auditions, believing that music unites and builds community while empowering women and educating about diversity.
- Fostering inclusive community through music inclusive_community_buildingThe chorus intentionally creates a welcoming and safe space for diverse individuals, including women-identifying people, queer folks, trans and nonbinary singers, and allies, regardless of musical ability or audition status, believing that music unites and builds community.
- Promoting female composers promoting_female_composersThe chorus actively seeks out and includes works by female composers in its repertoire to highlight their contributions to music and promote their visibility.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
Community Performances
Performances at local events including Phoenix Mercury games, Pride parades, festivals, charity events, and ceremonies
GALA Chorus Participation
Membership in the Gay and Lesbian Association of Choirs enabling performances on national and international stages
Spring and Fall Concert Series
Two full-length concert programs annually, each with four performances, featuring repertoire rooted in social justice and works by female composers
Us Gaias Percussion Ensemble
In-house percussion ensemble formed from chorus members that performs special pieces and at events like the Global Justice Teach-In
Volunteer Service Projects
Community service initiatives such as building homes with Habitat for Humanity and supporting Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse
relationships · 25
who they work with
- AZ NorthStar Arts Partner — Worked with AZ NorthStar Arts on a dynamic program spanning classical to contemporary choral works.
- Anúna Partner — Dr. Joshua Hillmann performed with them in China
- Arizona Girlchoir Partner — Karli Anderson serves as Director for Arizona Girlchoir while leading the Phoenix Women's Chorus.
- Canto Vivo Partner — Dr. Joshua Hillmann performed with them in Italy, Germany, Austria, and the Czech Republic
- Columbus Gay Men’s Chorus Partner — Member of Phoenix Women's Chorus previously connected with this chorus as part of the GALA Choruses network.
- Community Church of Hope Partner — Performed at Community Church of Hope in 1998 and a joint concert with Alix Dobkin.
- Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse Partner — Volunteers with the organization.
- GALA Choruses Network — Phoenix Women's Chorus member previously engaged with GALA Choruses through participation in member choruses.
- Gay and Lesbian Association of Choirs (GALA) Network — Member of the national and international association for LGBTQ+ choruses.
- Gay and Lesbian Association of Choirs (GALA) Network — Membership allows for performances on national and international stages.
- Grand Canyon Men's Chorus Partner — Performed with the Grand Canyon Men's Chorus and Holly Near at the Orpheum in 1998.
- Habitat for Humanity Partner — Volunteers with the organization.
- Haley Ritter Partner — Collaborates with Phoenix Women's Chorus to translate music into American Sign Language and visual expression.
- Kansas City Chorale Partner — Dr. Joshua Hillmann performed with them in South Korea
- Kerr Cultural Center Partner — Performed at the Kerr Cultural Center with Elena Dodd.
- Lesbian Resource Project Partner — Founded through the Lesbian Resource Project in 1993.
- Muse Women’s Chorus Partner — Member of Phoenix Women's Chorus previously connected with this chorus as part of the GALA Choruses network.
- Paypal Government — Uses PayPal to issue invoices for advertising payments.
- Phoenix Chorale Partner — Performed with the Phoenix Women's Chorus principal pianist, Dr. Joshua Hillmann
- Phoenix Girls Chorus Partner — Joined the Phoenix Girls Chorus and other local women's choruses for the Rise Sister Rise event.
- Phoenix Mercury Partner — Sings the National Anthem at Phoenix Mercury Games and hawks 50-50 raffle tickets during games.
- Trinity Episcopal Cathedral Partner — Hosts weekly rehearsals for the chorus.
- True Concord Voices & Orchestra Partner — Performed with the Phoenix Women's Chorus principal pianist, Dr. Joshua Hillmann
- Voices of the Desert Partner — Joined forces and harmonies with Voices of the Desert.
- local businesses Partner — Partners with local businesses to strengthen community support for the chorus.