Multnomah Women's Chorus
Coming up: 'Water Music'
Our Winter 2026 concert is on Monday, March 16 at 7pm! Located at The Episcopal Parish of St. John the Baptist Church on the campus of Oregon Episcopal School. Concert is free; reception to follow.
Click on link below to view the program and texts/translations.
Rehearsal Video Clips
Fall 2025, 'Songs & Community'
Spring 2025, 'Opera Masterworks'
Winter 2025, 'Colors'
https://youtu.be/jmx9kImW9v0?si=g7ggqRtIuD7EDl2F
Fall 2024, 'Holst at 150'
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bxx1cx9byuQ
Spring 2024, '10th Anniversary'
About MWC
The Multnomah Women’s Chorus brings adult treble singers of all ages and backgrounds to make music together in Southwest Portland. We strive to be a vehicle for community interaction by engaging our audiences in performing a wide range of musical styles from contemporary to sacred, jazz, musicals, and classical choral works.
Rehearsals and concerts are Monday evenings, 7pm-8:30pm.
Winter term: January 5 - March 16, 2026
Spring term: March 30 - June 15, 2026 (no rehearsal Memorial Day; additional studio recording date June 29)
Summer term: July 6 - August 31, 2026
Fall term: September 21 - November 23, 2026
Joining MWC
Interested in singing great choral music for treble voices? Join us! You’ll fit right in and have a great time. We are comprised of adult singers of all ages, from all walks of life, and at all levels of musical experience. We’re here because we enjoy singing and because we value the rewards that come from the challenge of rehearsing and performing great works of art. Auditions for MWC are low-key - we simply want to hear the tone of your voice, establish your comfortable vocal range, and determine your instinct for melody and harmony. Confident music reading skills and/or prior choral experience is a plus, but not a requirement, especially if you have a good ear for music.
If you're interested in joining the choir, please send a message to Jessica via the 'contact' section at the bottom of the home page: https://jessicaisraels.com
Testimonials
"Singing in the Multnomah Women's Chorus is a wonderful way to connect back with singing and is a great creative outlet. Jessica's directing brings out the best in all of our voices."
"I moved to Portland 5 years ago from the UK and the choir has been so important in helping me to find a community."
"You are awesome, Jessica!"
"So happy to be back!"
"It's the thing I missed most during COVID!!"
"Thank you so much for bringing the choir back together. I can't tell you how much I missed being with our lovely group of women and singing."
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of music do you sing?
Multnomah Women's Chorus performs a wide variety of musical styles. We enjoy music that makes us both think and feel what it means to be truly human. This includes (but is not limited to) classical concert and sacred music, jazz, contemporary, folk, world, musical theater, and opera.
What kind of musical experience do I need to have?
We’re a chorus where you can come develop your skills and enjoy the experience. Usually, new members have some choral singing background, even if it may have been a while, and know at least the basics of sight-reading music. If you have a passion for singing, an ear for music, and a commitment to making the best music that you can, we would love to have you join us.
What are your auditions like?
Auditions for this chorus are low-key. We simply want to hear your voice, see what vocal range is comfortable for you and determine your instincts for melody and harmony. Confident music reading skills or prior choral experience is a plus, but not a requirement, especially if you have a good ear for music. Please come prepared to sing a song; anything you like is fine.
What is the age range of the chorus?
The chorus has a mixture of ages, from college-age and up, and is open
to adults of any age.
Do I have to be a female singer to sing in the chorus?
Absolutely not! MWC welcomes all treble-voiced singers, regardless of gender identity.
When are rehearsals?
Rehearsals are on Monday nights from 7pm to 8:30pm. There are 4 terms per year, lasting between 8 and 12 weeks. We perform 3 concerts a year, on the final Mondays of the Winter, Spring, and Fall terms. Rehearsals take place at The Episcopal Parish of St. John the Baptist, located on the Oregon Episcopal School campus.
Does it cost anything to be in the chorus?
Multnomah Women's Chorus fees cover fair and equitable pay to all our musicians, administration expenses and supplies. As of March 2026, fees to participate in MWC are $17 per 90-minute session (a "session" could be a rehearsal, concert, and/or recording). As an example, for the Spring 2026 term, there are 13 sessions and the cost is $221. Ability to pay will not be a barrier for any MWC singer. We offer scholarships as well as payment plans as needed.
When are performances?
Our concerts are on the final Monday evenings of the of the Winter, Spring, and Fall terms. Spring concerts are held at St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church in Bethany; Fall and Winter performances are held at The Episcopal Parish of St. John the Baptist.
What are the dates of the upcoming term?
Spring term: March 30 - June 15, 2026, with an additional recording session on June 29.
How long has the chorus been in existence?
MWC began at the Mutlnomah Arts Center during the summer of 2014. In 2022 it transitioned to an independently-run community ensemble.
If you are interested in joining the choir, or simply want more information, please email Jessica via the 'contact' section at the bottom of the home page: https://jessicaisraels.com
donations
If you would like to donate to the Multnomah Women’s Chorus, you may do so by clicking th blue button below. Donations help fund supplies, admin costs, and musicians. Thank you for your support.
