About Cantabile
We are a warm and open community of 50 voices spanning seven decades in age. We are a Boulder-based auditioned ensemble with a wide range of backgrounds — from musical professionals to motivated amateur singers. For us, singing is a way to connect with each other and find rest from our chaotic lives, in an environment where one is accepted and valued. And sharing with others through performance is how we bring the emotion and joy of choral music to the broader community.
Our concert programs are intentionally chosen to stimulate reflection and to challenge audiences and singers to think more broadly about how music informs, educates, and betters our world.
With each concert, we ask the question: “Why are we making music this time?”
Vision
Singing and hearing choral music sparks joy and deepens self-awareness, builds friendships within communities, and fosters understanding and compassion for the experiences of others.
Cantabile’s core values as a community of singers:
- Developing vocal excellence through pedagogy and performance
- Singing purposeful and relevant repertoire
- Caring for each other
- Cultivating friendships and authentic relationships
- Embracing, honoring, and respecting diversity intentionally
- Fostering safe and relaxing environments
- Learning through diverse and inclusive musical repertoire and curated educational experiences
Cantabile’s core values as a choral ensemble:
- Singing choral programs curated with purpose
- Expressing meaningful music inspired by curiosity and intention
- Responding to the world with relevant music
- Creating harmony
- Fostering an active, emotional connection with each other and the audience
- Engaging in conversation with the audience
- Committing to a high level of musicianship
- Delivering high-quality choral performances
Accessibility & Belonging Statement:
Cantabile welcomes all to our rehearsals and performances, striving to include repertoire that is representative of our community’s diversity and ensuring our spaces and practices are accessible to all. We do not discriminate against any person or organization based on age, disability, race, ethnicity, nationality, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religious affiliation or beliefs, or political affiliation.
Cantabile is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit arts organization. Cantabile has received support from the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District, the Boulder Arts Commission, the Boulder Library Foundation, and the Community Foundation of Boulder County.