Miss the visceral thrill of high-stakes collegiate a cappella or contemporary ensembles? Explore the fast-paced summer cycle actively auditioning in Oakland. "The energy in the room is immediate. When you gather forty people who all arrive with the notes completely locked in their muscle memory, you don't waste time learning parts. You start making art from the very first downbeat." — AfterGlow Chorus Vocalist If you are an experienced singer balancing a demanding career, fam

For the experienced vocalist, a choir is only as rewarding as the standard it demands. Explore the technical challenge behind our upcoming repertoire. "There is a rare kind of joy that comes from standing in a section where everyone has completely mastered the score before the first downbeat. You aren’t learning notes; you are shaping something incredibly beautiful from day one." > — AfterGlow Chorus Musician For an experienced singer, the San Francisco Bay Area offers plenty

Looking for advanced choir auditions in the San Francisco Bay Area? See why experienced vocalists are securing their spaces for our upcoming Summer 2026 cycle. "AfterGlow is unlike any other choir I've sung with — the level of talent is incredible, and every rehearsal and concert feels electric." > — AfterGlow Chorus Singer There is a unique thrill that comes from singing at the absolute peak of your vocal capability—where technical precision meets pure, unbridled heart. As o

At AfterGlow, we create a "sanctuary of sound"—a space where music serves as a bridge to emotional healing. Our upcoming Summer season, "The Gift of Love," is specifically designed to provide comfort to patients, caregivers, and those navigating loss through the power of the human voice. Professional Choral Blend and A Cappella Excellence What does the AfterGlow "wall of sound" actually feel like? While the following video features a holiday favorite, it perfectly demonstrate

AfterGlow Chorus is an elite, tuition-free chamber ensemble in Oakland, CA, specializing in high-impact choral music across classical, gospel, and soul genres. We are moving quickly to assemble our Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass (SATB) voices for the upcoming Summer '26 program, "The Gift of Love." If you are a soulful vocalist in the San Francisco Bay Area who craves a high-level musical challenge and a deep sense of purpose, we invite you to lend your voice to our Oakland a

Following the high-energy success of our Purple Reign tribute, the choir is now turning its focus toward a summer of technical excellence and transformative sound. We are officially opening singer auditions for our Summer '26 program: "The Gift of Love." A Sanctuary of Sound This isn't just a concert—it's a musical mission. The Gift of Love is a deep dive into the architecture of the human heart. We are performing a healing, musical offering designed to be a "sanctuary of sou

This is it, Oakland. After an incredible premiere last weekend, the choir is preparing for the final performance of Purple Reign. This Saturday, April 25, at 8:00 PM, we take the stage at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church one last time to honor the 10th anniversary of Prince’s passing. If you missed our first show, this is your very last opportunity to experience this high-energy, soulful celebration of a musical icon. Experience the Power of the Choir To hear the incredible energy

It’s officially concert week. This Sunday, April 19, at 4:00 PM , the wait is over. AfterGlow Chorus takes the stage at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church for the premiere of Purple Reign . If you’ve been looking for the perfect way to spend a spring afternoon in Oakland, this is it. Imagine a stroll around Lake Merritt followed by a soulful, high-energy tribute to the legacy of Prince , just as we approach the 10th anniversary of his passing. A Program That Moves You This isn't j

With only 12 days until the premiere of Purple Reign , the energy in the East Bay is building. At AfterGlow Chorus , we believe the best way to honor a musical icon like Prince is through vocal excellence and soulful storytelling. To see what we mean, watch our performance of the spiritual "Fix Me, Jesus" from last season at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Oakland . This level of raw emotion and choral precision is exactly what you can expect when we take the stage for this 10

The countdown to April is on. As we enter the final weeks of preparation for our 10th-anniversary tribute to Prince , the energy in our rehearsals is palpable. This isn't just another concert series; it is a landmark musical event for the East Bay . If you haven’t experienced AfterGlow Chorus live at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Oakland , we invite you to watch our performance of "I Need Thee Every Hour" below. This video captures the level of precision, heart, and vocal exce

This April, AfterGlow Chorus presents a sophisticated, 10th-anniversary celebration of the music of Prince . If you haven't experienced the "AfterGlow Sound" live at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Oakland , watch our performance of "I Need Thee Every Hour" below. This level of vocal precision and blend is exactly what we are bringing to the complex, iconic layers of the Minneapolis Sound. "I Need Thee Every Hour" by Robert Lowry (arr. Sam Robson) from "Healing & Heart" Concert

In August 2025, AfterGlow Chorus gathered at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Oakland to perform a piece that sits at the intersection of Gospel soul and Classical structure: Richard Smallwood’s "I Love the Lord." While many recognize this masterpiece from Whitney Houston’s performance in the film The Preacher’s Wife , our goal was to bring the full, layered power of a chamber choir to this arrangement. "I Love the Lord" by Richard Smallwood from AfterGlow's "Healing & Heart" Au

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