Join the Tower Chorale
A volunteer community chorus for singers who value musical growth, preparation and shared purpose
Who Sings With Us?
Our singers come from many backgrounds and stages of life, united by a love of music and a willingness to prepare.
If you’re currently singing or looking to reconnect with music in a serious, supportive environment–you’ll likely find kindred spirits here.
Artistic Leadership
Patrick Godon brings the perspective of a professional orchestral musician to volunteer choral singing.
Rehearsals are focused, efficient, and grounded in musical understanding rather than rote repetition, making the most of everyone’s time together.
Patrick’s style is demanding, supportive, and fun — high expectations delivered with respect and humor.
What We Sing
Each season, The Tower Chorale presents three distinct concert programs—each with its own repertoire, sound, and musical character. Together, they offer singers a wide-ranging and deeply rewarding musical experience.
Holiday Concert
Sacred & Seasonal Music
Our holiday concert explores Christmas music across styles and eras—from familiar carols to extended contemporary works that offer both musical challenge and expressive depth. Performances typically include piano and organ, with additional instrumental color from strings and brass.
Masterworks Concert
Major Choral-Orchestral Works
The classical concert centers on large-scale choral repertoire, often performed with expanded instrumental forces. Programs may include oratorios, requiems, symphonic choral works, and significant contemporary compositions that reward sustained preparation and musical commitment.
Pops Concert
Popular & Themed Repertoire
Our pops concert offers a change of pace, featuring themed programs drawn from musical theater, popular song, folk traditions, and other styles. Performed with a small band, these concerts emphasize energy, storytelling, and connection with the audience.
A Supportive Musical Home
We support singers with tools that make preparation manageable and rehearsals meaningful, as part of real, full lives.
Together, these tools support a rehearsal culture grounded in respect, preparation, and shared commitment.
What Our Singers Say
When asked what sets The Tower Chorale apart, our singers consistently point to three things:
Artistic Leadership
• “Patrick is an amazing human being — one of the finest musicians and an inspiring, fearless leader.”
• “Demanding, kind, with a great sense of humor — he brings out the best in the group.”
• “He has true respect for choir members, yet won’t let us slack off.”
Musical Excellence
• “This is the closest I’ve found to the level of musical preparation I experienced in college.”
• “Amateur passion aspiring to professional-level excellence.”
• “The challenge and quality of the music make me a better singer.”
Variety of Repertoire
• “I love that we sing three different genres each season.”
• “Every kind of music — even things I didn’t think I liked.”
• “From Christmas to classical to pops, the variety keeps each season engaging.”
Is This the Right Ensemble for You?
This ensemble may be a good fit if you:
This ensemble may not be the best fit at this time if you:
The Joining Process
We invite prospective singers to experience a rehearsal firsthand — to hear the sound, feel the pace, learn the practical details of membership, and see whether the musical culture resonates with you.
The best way to know is simply to experience a rehearsal with us.
What to expect
1. Visit a rehearsal
Attend a regular rehearsal as our guest. You’ll sing alongside the ensemble, get a sense of the music and rehearsal flow, and meet members of the choir.
2. Connect with our membership team
After your visit, a member of our membership team will follow up to answer questions, share details about the season, and talk through next steps at a comfortable pace.
3. Decide what feels right
Some singers join right away; others take a bit more time. We’re happy to help you decide whether this ensemble is the right fit for you.
There’s no pressure to commit — we’re glad to help you explore whether Tower feels like the right musical home.