About the Choir

History:

The Cambridge Girls' Choir, Waterloo Region's only all-girl choir, was formed in 1981 by H. N. Shartun.

We are now beginning our 33rd season of music, fun and friendship.

 

Commitment to Canadian Music:

The Cambridge Girls' Choir fosters an appreciation of choral music and is committed to promoting Canadian music and talent, through local concerts and touring destinations in Canada and abroad.

We are proud to have commissioned sixteen new works by Canadian composers since our formation in 1981.

 Touring:

Touring is an important musical and team building activity for the Choir.

Over the years, the Choir has been a musical ambassador while touring and performing in cities like Montreal, New York, Paris, and London.

In 2010, our Choir travelled to Ottawa and performed in such wonderful venues as Rideau Hall, the Tulip Festival, the National Gallery, and the Parliament Buildings.

In May 2012, we travelled to Kingston, Ontario. Check out photos of our trip by clicking here.

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Music Director: Peter West

Mr. Peter West has been Choir Director since 2005.

He is currently a Principal with the Waterloo Region District School Board, where he has been active with many school choirs and the Kodaly Music Festival.

Peter West has served as organist of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Guelph for over 25 years, where he has been instrumental in introducing a wide variety of liturgical settings and hymnody.

Mr. West earned his certification as an Associate of the Royal Conservatory of Toronto (ARCT) in piano performance under Erhard Schlenker and his ARCCO under Douglas Haas.

In addition, Mr. West has also led a number of adult and children's choirs and musicals in the area.

New Accompanist: Jessica Strub

Ms. Jessica Strub is joining the Cambridge Girls' Choir as Piano Accompanist for the 2012/13 season.

Jessica is a renowned piano player and instructor. In fact, she has taught piano lessons to several members of the Choir.

We are excited to have her join our Choir this year.