Douglas Frank Chorale: Mission

The Douglas Frank Chorale

The New Face of Choral Music

The Douglas Frank Chorale is an ensemble of exceptional singers that is devoted to redefining choral music performance in the 21st century and to bringing outstanding artistic experiences to diverse audiences. The Chorale serves this mission by:

Performing great works of primarily a cappella choral repertoire for smaller ensembles—from beloved madrigals to
21st century compositions—sung at the highest artistic levels

Offering world premières by especially gifted composers, special "theme" programs, and rarely heard and crossover repertoire

Commissioning and collaborating in innovative Inter-Arts programs that unite music with dance, theater, and the visual arts

Holding outreach concerts and seminars to inspire students and to help build the audiences of tomorrow

An Immediate Impact

The Douglas Frank Chorale was founded in 2000 after years of careful planning and preparation, and its impact on the world of choral music was immediate. The Chorale's début CD recording of "The A Cappella Singer"—a famous collection of mostly Renaissance madrigals, part songs and dance tunes—was nominated with some of today's most respected vocal ensembles worldwide (Anonymous 4, Chanticleer, the Tallis Scholars) and won the distinguished Contemporary A Cappella Recording Award (CARA) in 2001 for Best Classical Album.

Now a new series of compact discs is being released by the American Festival of Microtonal Music. The "Early" CD includes live performances by the Douglas Frank Chorale of significant works in exacting microtonal temperaments as presented by the AFMM during its 22nd Annual "MicroFest." For more information, please click here.

Highlights of the Chorale's current plans include new technology and recording projects, creative development of original Inter-Arts programming commissioned by the Chorale, and collaborations with composers, choreographers, and other contemporary artists.

Helping Us Serve Our Mission

The Douglas Frank Chorale is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public-benefit organization that looks to the generosity of those who share in its musical and community goals, and to working in partnership with other cultural organizations to develop its programs. The Douglas Frank Chorale is a professional member of Chorus America and CASA, supports ChoralNet, the Dance Insider and Vocal Area Network, and abides by AEA, AFTRA and AGMA work rules. Artists are paid for all rehearsals, performances and recordings, to help support their work and their lives.

Thank you for helping us serve our mission and its goals with your attendance, comments and support.

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