becoming a member
About VanCity Harmony
VanCity Harmony formed in March of 2024 after our leadership team was discussing the number of wonderful a cappella singers in the Vancouver area who were not singing in a chorus or were serving as leaders and missing their own singing. We invited 27 people to start our core group, creating a small chorus with the hope that it would flourish into something long-term. We are thrilled to see that vision coming to life!
Our founding members came primarily from a cappella barbershop, but were looking for more advanced 4, 6 and 8 part music in choral, jazz, and pop styles. Our current roster of singers comes from a wider variety of backgrounds, from traditional choral to vocal jazz to musical theatre. We sing mostly a cappella, but also seek out opportunities to perform with talented instrumentalists. Our singers are average to exceptional and our secret sauce has been our deep preparation away from rehearsal, as well as our genuine fondness for each other.
Our Artistic Director, Donny Rose, is a long time music educator who is well versed in a cappella, jazz, barbershop, and is very efficient with fast paced and enjoyable rehearsals. Our leadership team is highly organized, detail oriented, and does an incredible amount of preparatory work ahead of each season. Our section leaders are strong and empathetic. Our members are dedicated to singing at a high level, are highly committed to preparing their music outside of rehearsals, and care deeply about each other.
membership opportunities
Fall 2026 Casting Has Closed
The next opportunity to apply for membership will take place in December. Our next season will run from January to March 2027, culminating in a March 27th performance.
Details about auditions will be provided in November!
What We look for
You show up to a rehearsal with music learned at a level that is note, word, rhythm perfect. Your time is precious and you want to be part of something spectacular, not just OK. You are a great teammate and kind to others.
Becoming a member of VanCity Harmony does not require you to be the best vocalist on the planet. However, we do expect you to deeply prepare your music so you honour your section, your chorus, your leaders, the music, and yourself. If you love being around other prepared and quality musicians, and are willing to do the same preparation for them, this is the group for you.