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Circles of Song: A Confederation Singers Spring Concert
The Confederation Singers present a Spring Concert centred around the natural cycles and seasons of our world. Through a wide range of musical influences both local and global, we investigate how this patient yet persistent movement can nurture a turn toward love and healing in the circles of our own lives.
Healing through Harmony: The Choir Connection
In a world that needs more moments of connection, singing together has a powerful way of bringing people closer. In Healing through Harmony – The Choir Connection, participants will explore the joy and energy of group singing while learning songs that reflect themes of resilience, hope, empowerment, and solidarity.
About the Choral Music Program
The Choral Music Program offers several community ensembles serving a broad range of age and skill level: Youth Chorus (Junior, Intermediate, and Senior) for ages 8-18, and the Confederation Singers for ages 18+.
Each choir rehearses weekly September through May in downtown Charlottetown and presents a series of annual concerts along with additional performance opportunities and creative collaborations at Confederation Centre venues and beyond. The three divisions of the Youth Chorus regularly perform both separately and combined.
Vision, Mission, and Goals
Our vision is for all participants to feel empowered to sing, connect, and grow as individuals and as part of a supportive and inclusive musical community. Our mission is to build capable, creative, and compassionate choral musicians whose skills carry over to enrich many other aspects of their lives. Our goals are to grow in the following areas:
Excellent Musicianship
- Technique
- Expression
- Ensemble
Diverse Repertoire
- Engaging
- Interesting
- Meaningful
Welcoming Environment
- Respectful
- Inclusive
- Inspiring
Why Choir?
Choral music possesses a truly magical ability to connect and inspire people. Along with teaching valuable and fulfilling musical skills that keep our minds sharp and our hearts open, the art of group singing offers countless benefits to our overall health and well being. It helps us tell our stories and listen deeply to others’. It helps us express our emotions and regulate our nervous systems. And it brings us together in the sheer joy of music making!
Come be a part of our supportive musical community. Join the choir and let your voice be heard!
Membership
Previous musical experience is considered an asset but is not required. The only prerequisites are the ability to match pitch and an interest in collective singing!
Individual 10- to 15-minute voice checks take place before the start of each season for both new and returning choristers to assess skills, determine voice part placement, and help meet the needs of each singer as part of the ensemble.
Interested singers are encouraged to reach out with questions, book a trial voice check with the Director, or observe a rehearsal to see if singing at the Centre will be a good fit for them!
Find out more in the Choral Program Handbook:
The Centre’s choral music program is supported by Maritime Electric
Ensembles: Overview and Registration
2026-2027 Choral registration will open on May 19, 2026!
Once registered, watch your email for a welcome package with more information and next steps, including voice check booking. Youth will be placed in the Junior, Intermediate, or Senior division based upon voice check results.
Junior Youth Chorus
Age: approx. 8-10
Skill level: Beginner/Novice
Rehearsals: Thursdays 5:00-6:00pm
In the Junior Youth Chorus singers are introduced to the fundamentals of choral singing, exploring the foundations of healthy vocal technique, essential musical concepts, and basic group collaboration in a welcoming, supportive environment. Through the process of learning and performing songs in a variety of styles along with engaging warm-ups and activities, choristers focus on developing excellent and expressive singing skills in unison as well as rounds and partner songs. No previous vocal or choral experience is necessary to apply.
Intermediate Youth Chorus
Age: approx. 10-13
Skill level: Experienced/Competent
Rehearsals: Thursdays 6:15-7:30pm
In the Intermediate Youth Chorus singers build on their vocal and choral skills, delving deeper into healthy vocal technique, more complex musical concepts, and working as a team to grow in ensemble connection in a welcoming, supportive environment. Through the process of learning and performing songs in a variety of styles along with engaging warm-ups and activities, choristers focus on developing excellent and expressive singing in unison and 2-part harmony. Previous vocal and choral experience is considered an asset but is not required to apply.
Senior Youth Chorus
Age: approx. 13-18
Skill level: Proficient/Advanced
Rehearsals: Tuesdays 6:00-7:30pm
In the Senior Youth Chorus singers work to master their vocal and choral skills, practicing healthy vocal technique, connecting with musical concepts to help understand and express the music, and deepening their attunement to ensemble in a welcoming, supportive environment. Through the process of learning and performing songs in a variety of styles along with engaging warm-ups and activities, choristers focus on developing excellent and expressive singing in 2- to 4-part harmony. Previous vocal and choral experience is recommended but is not required to apply.
Confederation Singers
Age: approx. 18+
Skill level: Novice to Advanced
Rehearsals: Mondays 7:00-9:00pm
The Confederation Singers is a community chorus of mixed voices that aims to foster excellent musicianship, healthy vocal technique, and engaged ensemble skills for all choristers in a welcoming, supportive environment. The choir performs a diverse selection of repertoire both accompanied and a capella, focusing on contemporary composers and songwriters while incorporating music of earlier historical eras in a variety of styles. Previous vocal and choral experience is considered an asset but is not required to apply.
Nick MacDonald, Director of Choral Music
Nick MacDonald (he/him) is a conductor, educator, and performer dedicated to exploring the power of collective singing to inspire joy, creativity, and connection in people of all ages. Nick grew up in New England and began guitar lessons at age 10. Participation in school music programs, musicals, and numerous regional and state music festivals began a lifelong passion for choral singing. He has since become known for offering inclusive and engaging spaces in which all feel welcome to connect, learn, grow, and explore their own authentic voice.
After completing a Bachelor of Music in Music Education at the University of Southern Maine, Nick continued private vocal studies with tenor Mark Sprinkle of the Blue Heron Renaissance Choir and participated in workshops and master classes with choral leaders including Rollo Dilworth, Hilary Apfelstadt, John William Trotter, Caron Daley, and Craig Jessop. He worked as a choral director and music teacher in public and private schools, churches, community choral programs, and as a private instructor in voice and guitar.
After relocating to PEI in 2017, Nick has performed with a range of local ensembles, led workshops in voice, movement, and music theory, and offered music classes and performances for young children.
To learn more or for questions
Contact 902-628-6144 or [email protected]