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Who We Are
The Quincy Choral Society is based in historic Quincy, Massachusetts. Founded in 1981, QCS has performed in the Boston area as well as at Carnegie Hall in NYC and the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. QCS has traveled and performed internationally in Austria, Canada, the Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Russia, Scotland, Switzerland, and Wales, with performances in Chartres Cathedral, All Hallows by the Tower (London), at the Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, in St. Mark’s Cathedral (Venice) and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin.
QCS is now singing under the direction of Sarah Labrie. Prior to Ms. Labrie QCS was directed by Joshua Rohde from 2016-2020. Previous to Maestro Rohde, for 28 years, QCS grew under the direction of John Nichols and accompanist Gingy Grimes, growing to over 90 members. Singers are from all walks of life: business people, doctors, lawyers, teachers, homemakers, students, and retirees. Members live between Boston and Cape Cod and share the common love of singing together.
Our Next Concert
The Carol Tradition: Ancient Songs, Timeless Joy
December 2026
Celebrate the season with a concert that explores the enduring beauty of beloved holiday melodies. Centered around James Whitbourn’s Missa Carolae and featuring stunning carol settings by Dan Forrest, this program weaves together ancient traditions and fresh musical perspectives.
2026-2027 Season Announcement
The Carol Tradition: Ancient Songs, Timeless Joy
Celebrate the season with a concert that explores the enduring beauty of beloved holiday melodies. Centered around James Whitbourn’s Missa Carolae and featuring stunning carol settings by Dan Forrest, this program weaves together ancient traditions and fresh musical perspectives.
December 2026
On the Road
Our annual pops-style concert and silent auction fundraiser next season will take audiences on a musical journey with On the Road. Featuring a diverse collection of choral favorites inspired by travel, adventure, discovery, and the places we call home, this entertaining program explores both the excitement of new destinations and the connections that bring us together along the way.
February 2027
Beethoven Mass in C
Experience the power and brilliance of Beethoven’s Mass in C Major, one of the composer’s most compelling choral masterworks. Joined by orchestra, Quincy Choral Society will bring this monumental work to life in Quincy before sharing it on one of the world’s most celebrated stages, Carnegie Hall, in June 2027. Both intimate and grand in scope, the work balances moments of heartfelt reflection with passages of radiant energy, offering audiences a powerful glimpse into Beethoven’s unique musical voice.
May 2027
The Quincy Choral Society Presents: “Let There Be Peace on Earth”
Recorded on January 21, 2021, amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, this performance by the Quincy Choral Society stands as a testament to resilience and unity. Rooted in historic Quincy, Massachusetts, and celebrated worldwide, this diverse chorus unites voices to inspire harmony and hope.