Sacred Music Chorale

“SMC is a group full of talented people who are always growing and improving, both spiritually and musically. It is wonderful to be part of a group where after each concert we can honestly say, ‘That was our best yet!’ And at the start of the next season, we get a recording of our performance to remember how amazing it was.”

— Aaron Giles, Tenor

“I’ve been with the Chorale for eight seasons. I’ve enjoyed all of the directors we’ve had. I enjoy learning new music and being prepared to perform at concerts. I am proud that we sing music of the church. When we do a number well, it becomes worship.”

— David Nasby, Baritone

“I have been singing with the Chorale for three years. My only regret is that I didn’t join sooner! The evolution of the sound as our director Mark patiently and with humor sculpts it into concert ready condition is something that you simply must experience for yourself in order to appreciate it. It’s the highlight of my week.”

— David Broweleit, Tenor

“Each person who sings with the Sacred Music Chorale finds a new family full of people who care not only about singing well, but who care about individual lives — births, deaths, anniversaries, graduations etc. are celebrated, remembered and prayed for.”

— Colleen Kirkwood, Alto

“I love seeing the music for the season for the first time and then the experience of hearing the finished product... the sacred words becoming so meaningful.”

— Thelma Strand, Accompanist

“SMC is one of the few groups committed to performing the great music of the church, and to keeping that music alive. We are non-denominational and we are a great group of musicians away from the politics of church choirs. Each new year we are getting better and, for me, the great teaching about singing has been a highlight.”

— Jack Neumann, Tenor

“My participation in SMC is pure enjoyment on so many levels — the fellowship, the friendships, the music and the personal challenge to grow and improve musically are but a few of the reasons I look forward to weekly rehearsals with such a fine group of fellow-musicians, brothers and sisters.”

— Laurie Larkin, Alto

“We all come to SMC at different levels of ability, style, and experience. I love that we can be challenged and grow in different ways, by the music, by our Director, and by others who join in our passion. Singing with SMC is a wonderful way to share our gifts with others.”

— Sharon Conner, Soprano

“It is a joy to both sing and serve with the Chorale. Our seasons are never dull, because our music ranges over eight centuries and many different genres, and our members come from all over the Puget Sound region and represent virtually every Christian denomination and myriad professions.”

— Don Ostrow, Baritone

“For me, SMC is my haven from our country’s religious differences and political polarization. We come together, in different places on our individual faith journeys, but united in our love of God’s music.”

— Kathy Pearson, Alto

“I joined SMC because I wanted the chance to sing Sacred music in a concert setting. What I didn’t expect was that I would form so many wonderful friendships along the way. Our director and accompanist are both wonderful people, are very accomplished and professional, and it has been an absolute joy to benefit from their expertise and friendship.”

— Barb Erickson, Soprano