From its inception in 1872 to the present day, the Apollo Chorus of Chicago has held a unique position in Chicago’s vibrant music and cultural community. As an all volunteer chorus it has had no shortage of talent and passionate dedication among its directors, accompanists and singers and has drawn rave reviews for its interpretations of celebrated works by Schubert and Liszt, Haydn and Handel, Bach and Mendelssohn, as well as scores of lesser known composers. Last year, the choir marked its 125th anniversary of singing Handel’s Messiah, a now legendary Christmas-time tradition attended by thousands of new and repeat concertgoers each December. Presently, Apollo’s roster of 140+ auditioned volunteers is comprised of men and women of all ages, races, creeds and occupations bonded together by one thing in particular: an abiding love of music.

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