As we count down the weeks until our first rehearsals begin on March 16, we’ve been looking back at the moments that define the AfterGlow Chorus  experience here in the San Francisco Bay Area . Last summer, during our Healing & Heart  series, we performed an arrangement of Bill Withers’ classic "Lean on Me"  at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Oakland . It’s a song everyone knows, but our goal was to find the deeper layers of harmony and connection that exist within our local comm

AfterGlow Chorus holiday concert in December 2025 in Oakland, CA While the AfterGlow Chorus  singers are eagerly preparing their music, the musical framework for our Spring 2026 season is already set. Honoring Prince  on the 10th anniversary of his passing requires a program that reaches beyond a simple retrospective. To truly celebrate his legacy, we have put together a series of performances that reflect his fearless musical range—bridging the gap between contemporary pop

Close your eyes and imagine the soaring heights of an exceptional chamber choir meeting the electric soul of Minneapolis. Ten years after the world lost one of its greatest musical icons, AfterGlow Chorus  invites you to Purple Reign —an exuberant, high-energy concert series celebrating the 10th anniversary of Prince's  passing. This isn't just a tribute; it’s a sonic journey that honors the diverse musical genres—from the sanctuary to the stadium—that shaped the "Purple One’

AfterGlow Chorus - "A Not So Silent Night" concert - December 2025 The music is on the stands, rehearsals are beginning, and the circle is almost complete! As we dive into our Spring 2026 season, "Purple Reign,"  we are officially issuing th e final call for choir auditions .  If you have been looking for the right moment to join a high-caliber chamber choir  in the Bay Area , this is the week to act. We are seeking a few final Sopranos, Altos, Tenors, and Basses  from Oaklan

Are you looking for a musical home where the rehearsals are as rewarding as the performances? We are officially entering the final window for our 2026 choir auditions , and we want to hear from you! At AfterGlow Chorus , we’ve built a vocal ensemble  for the versatile, experienced singer . We believe in a fast-paced artistic environment where musicians arrive prepared and ready to dive straight into the "soul" of the music. Whether we are locking in a complex a cappella  arr

AfterGlow Chorus singing "Joy to the World" from "A Not So Silent Night" December 2025 Have you ever been in the middle of a chord so perfectly tuned that you could actually feel the floor vibrate? That is the "AfterGlow moment"—and we want you to be a part of it! We are officially diving into our Spring 2026 choral season , "Purple Reign,"  and we are looking for a few more passionate, experienced singers  to join the fun. If you’re a vocalist  who loves to work hard, laugh

What does it feel like to stand in a circle of forty high-caliber vocalists  and navigate the lush, intricate harmonies  of a jazz classic? For the advanced singer , the joy of choral music  often lies in those moments of extreme musical intimacy—where the vocal ensemble  breathes as one and the chords are so locked in they feel effortless. This is the hallmark of the AfterGlow experience, and it’s why we are seeking new talent to audition  for our Spring 2026 chamber choir  

As we move through the heart of January, the search for the final voices of our Spring 2026 season continues. AfterGlow Chorus  is currently auditioning experienced singers  from across the East Bay —from Oakland  and Berkeley  to San Francisco —who are looking for a high-caliber choir  to call home. Our upcoming season, "Purple Reign,"  is more than just a tribute to the music of Prince ; it is an exploration of technical precision and stylistic versatility that defines our

The search is on for the voices that will define our 2026 season. While our chorus  is currently deep in preparation for "Purple Reign" —our ambitious tribute to the music of Prince —we are taking a moment to look back at the emotional core of our ensemble. At AfterGlow Chorus, we believe that high-caliber choral music has a unique power to strike a deep chord with an audience. This was the central theme of our Summer 2025 concert series, Healing & Heart , which was dedicated

AfterGlow Chorus Concert "A Not So Silent Night" December 2025 in Oakland, CA As we move into the second full week of the new year, AfterGlow Chorus  is in high gear. We are hard at work preparing for our Spring 2026 season, and the energy is already palpable. When we began planning this series, we knew we wanted to create something that pushed the boundaries of the traditional choral experience. The result is "Purple Reign" —a bold, soulful tribute marking the 10th anniversa

What a way to start the year. As we settle into the first week of 2026, AfterGlow Chorus  is already looking toward the horizon. Following our sold-out holiday series, we are officially opening choir auditions  for our upcoming Spring '26 season, "Purple Reign." If your New Year’s resolution involves performing high-caliber choral music in a sophisticated, fast-paced environment, now is the time to join one of the premier vocal ensembles in the San Francisco Bay Area. Experie

Pie Jesu by Gabriel Fauré (arr. Barnaby Smith) from AfterGlow's "Healing & Heart" Oakland, CA concert in August 2025 Happy New Year! As we step into 2026, AfterGlow Chorus  is carrying the momentum of our recent successes directly into our most ambitious season yet. There is a specific kind of magic that happens when the San Francisco Bay Area comes together for a cappella  and choir  music, and we are currently seeking the voices that will help us define our next chapter. Ex

What a way to light up the night. As the final notes of our holiday series, "A Not So Silent Night,"  faded into the rafters this past week, our hearts were full. To everyone who joined our choir  in Oakland and across the East Bay: thank you.  Your energy and your presence turned our performances into a true community celebration. There is a specific kind of magic that happens when the San Francisco Bay Area comes together for a cappella choir  music, and this season was a

AfterGlow Chorus is currently scheduling auditions for our Spring ’26 concert program,  Purple Reign  — an exhilarating choral tribute honoring the life and music of Prince on the 10-year anniversary of his passing. If you’re a singer in  Oakland, the East Bay, or the greater San Francisco Bay Area  looking for a high-level  choir experience, this is a rare opportunity to join a top-tier ensemble and perform extraordinary repertoire across genres — classical, gospel, R&B, spi

What a way to light up the night! As the final notes of our holiday series, "A Not So Silent Night,"  faded into the rafters this past week, our hearts were full. To everyone who joined our choir  in Oakland and across the East Bay: thank you.  Your energy, your applause, and your presence turned our performances into a true community celebration. There is a specific kind of magic that happens when the San Francisco Bay Area comes together for a cappella  and choir  music, an

The final performance of AfterGlow Chorus’s debut holiday concert  A Not So Silent Night  is almost here. This Saturday,  December 13 at 8:00 PM  in Oakland, we close our holiday season with an evening of luminous music, soul-stirring energy, and the unmistakable AfterGlow artistry that audiences across the Bay Area have been raving about. If you missed our December 7 performance — or if you want to experience the magic again — this is your last chance to join us before the s

The countdown is officially on:  AfterGlow Chorus’s first-ever holiday concert is just two days away .This Sunday,  December 7 at 4:00 PM , St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Oakland will glow with music that’s joyful, soulful, and beautifully crafted for the season. If you’ve been meaning to reserve your seats, now is the moment —  the remaining tickets are extremely limited , and the holiday rush is in full swing. A Holiday Concert for Oakland, the East Bay, and the Entire Bay

We’re excited to share a brand-new video from our August 2025  Healing & Heart  concert: a luminous performance of Bill Withers’s classic  “Lovely Day”  — arranged for  vocal duet and jazz guitar . 🎥  Watch the video:   https://youtu.be/PnahRdliMjQ?si=ZAVvHrrADyYJoC8q This version of “Lovely Day” brings an intimate, soulful energy to the stage. Instead of a large ensemble moment, the spotlight rests on two expressive soloists whose tone, blend, and understated warmth pair be

With the holiday season quickly approaching, AfterGlow Chorus is gearing up for our debut holiday program,  A Not So Silent Night  — and remaining seats for both Oakland performances are moving fast. Discount tickets have officially sold out, and general admission is filling steadily as the Bay Area enters its busiest time of year. If you’re seeking an evening that lets you pause, reconnect, and experience something genuinely uplifting, this concert was designed with that in

If you need a jolt of musical electricity as the holidays approach, our newest video release delivers it. We’ve just published Michael John Trotta’s  “Dies Irae” , performed live by  AfterGlow Chorus , an Oakland-based ensemble known in the  East Bay  and  San Francisco Bay Area  for bold programming, expressive singing, and immersive concert experiences. Captured during our  Healing & Heart  concert in August 2025, this movement surges with urgency and cinematic intensity —