WHO WE ARE
Praised by music critics as “one of the country’s finest choirs,” “an amazing instrument,” and a “cultural treasure,” The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay is the premier choral ensemble in Tampa Bay and is a vibrant contributor to Tampa Bay's cultural offerings. As a highly select, auditioned, 150-voice volunteer chorus, with internationally distributed recordings, important commissions from contemporary choral music composers, and choral music education initiatives reaching thousands of students every year, The Master Chorale is consistently advancing the choral art-form.
Founded in 1979 by Dr. Robert Summer, The Master Chorale was designated as the Principal Chorus of The Florida Orchestra in 1986 and was appointed as Artist-in-Residence at the College of the Arts School of Music at the University of South Florida in 1999.
INFORMATION
On-Demand Performances
"White Christmas"
Under Artistic Director Brett Karlin, The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay and the Master Chorale of South Florida join forces to performed Irving Berlin's iconic "White Christmas." Enjoy this classic holiday piece, Florida style!
"Carol of the Bells"
The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay's Sopranos & Altos perform the popular Christmas carol "Carol of the Bells" under the direction of Brett Karlin, Artistic Director.
"Gaudete"
The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay Tenors and Basses perform the sacred Christmas carol "Gaudete" from Piae Cantiones, conducted by Brett Karlin, Artistic Director.
My Lord, What a Mornin'
"My Lord, What a Mornin' arr. Harry Burleigh Performed by The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay under the direction of Brett Karlin, Artistic Director.
The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay National Anthem
"The Star Spangled Banner" arranged by William Renfroe, performed by The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay from our homes, and conducted by Brett Karlin, Artistic Director.
Christmas with The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay (2018) Live Concert Recording & Broadcast
A 1-hour broadcast of our Christmas with The Master Chorale concert on December 7, 2018 has been edited to include narration by WSMR's Classical Music Director, Russell Gant, featuring a special interview with Brett Karlin, Artistic Director. The concert features Timothy Brumfield, organ, Teresa Ancaya, piano, and Stele from Lumina Youth Choirs.
Lift Every Voice and Sing
Traditional/arr. Craig Courtney
Featuring Sharon Scott, vocalist
Sponsored by James B. & Jo Ann Heck
Recorded live, March 31, 2012 at the University of South Florida School of Music Concert Hall, Tampa
Even when He is Silent
by Kim André Arnesen
Sponsored by Larry & Betsy Clement
Recorded May, 2016 at the University of South Florida School of Music Concert Hall, Tampa
Bogoroditse Devo (from Vespers, Op 37)
by Sergei Rachmaninov
In memory of Ginger Meidel
Recorded live, March 31, 2012 at the University of South Florida School of Music Concert Hall, Tampa
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