Symphonic Choir
The Rochester Oratorio Symphonic Choir is the leading choral/orchestral ensemble in the Rochester, New York and the surrounding seven-county region.
Comprising approximately 145 auditioned, adult members in a typical performance season, the ROS presents two to four performances of predominantly well-known masterworks for chorus and orchestra from the 18th-20th centuries. In this role, the ROS has offered the local premieres of monumental works, such as the Berlioz Requiem and Britten’s War Requiem, and many performances of Handel’s Messiah, under the direction of founder Theodore Hollenbach and successors Roger Wilhelm and Eric Townell.
The ensemble frequently collaborates with local ensembles including the RPO, Hochstein Youth Singers, and the Roberts Wesleyan Chorale as well as interdisciplinary arts organizations such as the Rochester Latino Theatre League, RIT’s NTID Dance, and more.
The symphonic choir accepts new members year-round on a rolling basis, so interested applicants may apply online today.
