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ABOUT QUORUS
History
Newport's first queer chorus!
Quorus (queer chorus; pronounced "KWOH-ruhs") is the first and only LGBTQIA+ chorus in Newport. It was founded in February 2023 and created to offer a safe and joyful space for members of the queer community to connect through singing.
Program
Are you a part of the LGBTQIA+ Community? Do you love to sing?
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QUORUS, an LGBTQIA+ chorus
QUORUS, led by Elizabeth Woodhouse and pianist Jan Navarro, learns and performs a variety of music including pop, jazz, and music from all over the world. Singers have the opportunity to explore and develop their unique voice as well as learn skills to become more confident musicians no matter what your previous musical experience.
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Quorus rehearses from mid-September to mid-December and late January to late June and performs in two Newport Sings concerts: the Newport Sings Winter Concert in mid-December and Song Fest in early May. Quorus is frequently invited to perform at community events throughout the year.
After the spring concert, Quorus continues to rehearse to prepare for performances at Pride events in June.
QUORUS meets on Mondays from 6:15 - 7:45 pm. (Rehearsal location TBD.) There is no audition or cost to participate. Weekly commitment is expected.
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2025 - 2026 Important Dates (as of June 2025)
Fall
Monday, September 15: First rehearsal fall semester
Saturday, December 13: Newport Sings Winter concert (4:00 pm concert, location TBD)
Spring / Summer
Monday, January 26, 2026: First rehearsal spring/Pride semester
Friday, May 1, 2026: Song Fest dress rehearsal (evening)
Saturday, May 2, 2026: Song Fest concert (4:00 pm concert, location TBD)
June 2026: various Pride events
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QUORUS SINGALONGS
Love to sing, but can't commit to the weekly Quorus program? Sing with us at a Quorus singalong! These informal events are offered a few times a year and are a fun way to connect with the community through singing. Stay tuned for dates, locations and themes!