About Us
The Emerald City Women’s Chorus is a non-audition chorus in North Seattle that provides an easy-going, fun, welcoming, and supportive community for all women who love to sing simply for the joy of it.
We sing a mix of 3- and 4-part music and a variety of genres, including contemporary, classical, folk and rock ‘n roll.
Besides having fun, we continually strive for an excellent sound.
We value inclusion, all types of music, and a manageable time commitment with one rehearsal a week.
Our amazing music staff are director Tom Hecker and accompanist Casie Dietrich.
Casie Dietrich (left) and Tom Hecker (right)
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Our Rehearsals and Performances
Fall 2026 Term
Rehearsals: Monday nights, September 14th - Nov 30th, 7:30 - 9:00 pm (sectionals October 12th, no rehearsal Oct 26th)
Chorus Performance: Sunday, December 6th, 2:30 pm at the Music Center of the Northwest, 901 N 96th St, Seattle
Winter 2027 Term
Rehearsals: Monday nights, January 11th - March 29th, 7:30 - 9:00 pm (sectionals February 8th; no rehearsal Feb 22nd)
Chorus Performance: Sunday, April 4th, 2:30 pm at the Music Center of the Northwest, 901 N 96th St, Seattle
Rehearsal Location for 2026-2027 Year
Woodland Park United Methodist Church - 302 N 78th Street, Seattle WA 98103. Parking entrance on N 78th Street.
All rehearsals are live-streamed for those who are not able to attend in-person.
Cost:
$140.00 per term
Expectations:
We expect members to attend rehearsals in-person or virtually and be personally responsible for learning the music.
A signed Vaccination Self-Attestation Form is required for members attending in-person rehearsals and performances. See our COVID-19 Policy and Vaccination Self-Attestation Form.
Wearing masks is optional and is up to each member for in-person rehearsals and performances.
Join Us
We invite women of all ages and all voice parts to join our chorus.
All levels of musical experience and knowledge are welcome, including those who have never sung in a choir or chorus before and/or don’t read music. We’ll help you succeed!
Fall Term 2026 registration open August 24th - September 23rd
Other Payment Options:
By Phone: (206) 526 - 8443
By Check: To “Music Center”
P.O. Box 30757, Seattle, WA 98113
Not Sure Yet? Try Us Out!
Send your questions to
emeraldcitywomenschorus@gmail.com
or call Music Center at
(206) 526 - 8443
Come to “Meet the Chorus Night” before the first rehearsal of the term at 6:30 pm at our rehearsal location - RSVP appreciated
Our Music
New York, New York
Music by John Kander, Words by Fred Ebb, Arranged by Kirby Shaw
The Awakening
Words and Music by Joseph M. Martin
Dum Spiro Spero
Words and Music by Kara Stacy Bedwell
Member Thoughts
Every time we sang "Glory" from the movie "Selma" I got that spine-tingling feeling because it was so meaningful. I was able to do the rap part which added to the emotional feeling. I will never forget it!!
- Kim
A few years ago, we were encouraged to do duets at a concert. It was challenging, but ultimately really rewarding. I was so glad for the encouragement and opportunity!
- Linda
When we sang "Over the Rainbow" at the spring concert tribute to Jo-Ann Christen, I found myself tearing up. Not because I knew her (I didn't), but because words that might seem “cheesy” in the abstract are lovely when put to music with 40 other women. Now I have to learn how to sing when I want to cry.
- Melanie