The Great Clear Twilight
Join the Sonoro Women’s Choir, Elysium, members of the Sonoro Chamber Orchestra, and conductor Jeremy Shilley for a beloved Sound Sound holiday tradition. We’ll be joined by returning guests—the Steilacoom High School Advanced Treble Choir directed by Kasey Eck.
This year’s luminous program features Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest by Conrad Susa and The Great Clear Twilight by Northwest composer Austin Schend, performed with the composer himself at the piano—a radiant celebration of peace, light, and the quiet beauty of the season.
Purchase tickets here: https://thegreatcleartwilight.eventbrite.com/?aff=Website
The Great Clear Twilight
Join the Sonoro Women’s Choir, Elysium, members of the Sonoro Chamber Orchestra, and conductor Jeremy Shilley for a beloved Sound Sound holiday tradition. We’ll be joined by returning guests—the Steilacoom High School Advanced Treble Choir directed by Kasey Eck.
This year’s luminous program features Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest by Conrad Susa and The Great Clear Twilight by Northwest composer Austin Schend, performed with the composer himself at the piano—a radiant celebration of peace, light, and the quiet beauty of the season.
Purchase tickets here: https://thegreatcleartwilight.eventbrite.com/?aff=Website
The Great Clear Twilight
Join the Sonoro Women’s Choir, Elysium, members of the Sonoro Chamber Orchestra, and conductor Jeremy Shilley for a beloved Sound Sound holiday tradition. We’ll be joined by returning guests—the Steilacoom High School Advanced Treble Choir directed by Kasey Eck.
This year’s luminous program features Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest by Conrad Susa and The Great Clear Twilight by Northwest composer Austin Schend, performed with the composer himself at the piano—a radiant celebration of peace, light, and the quiet beauty of the season.
Purchase tickets here: https://thegreatcleartwilight.eventbrite.com/?aff=Website
Elysium at PNW Ballet Nutcracker
Elysium will be singing in the lobby of the PNW Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker on Thursday December 11th before the show and during intermission. We love participating in such an iconic part of the Pacific Northwest Christmas season.
Auditions
Auditioning all parts:
Soprano 1
Soprano 2
Alto 1
Alto 2
Please reach out to our director for information and to make an appointment!
Jeremy Shilley
Jeremy.shilley@gmail.com
253-307-1226
The Sonoro Women’s Choir is a high level, auditioned women’s choir based in Steilacoom, WA. The choir is comprised of advanced amateur as well as professional musicians from all walks of life. We perform two large scale concerts per year and can be heard at a variety of choral and community events throughout the area. We are known for high quality performances and a wide range of choral literature.
Open Rehearsal
Are you a singer? Have you considered auditioning for Sonoro Women’s Choir but would like a sneak peek into what it’s like at our rehearsal? Join us for a special open rehearsal to observe behind the scenes, ask questions and learn more about what it’s like to be part of our family.
Seattle Sings
We are thrilled to return to Seattle Sings for the 2025 Event. We will be singing on Saturday October 25th at 10:00am.
Seattle Sings 2025: You Created a Song will be held October 23–25, 2025 at Seattle First Baptist Church 1111 Harvard Ave, Seattle WA 98122.
Thursday and Friday performances are from 7:00pm–9:45pm, Saturday performances start at 10:00am and conclude at 9:00pm. Over 30 member choirs are performing as part of the festival.
Composer-in-residence, Timothy Takach has composed our festival anthem, “You Created a Song” and will be present throughout the festival to lead its performance.
Admission is free, as always. We hope to see you at the festival!
Northwest Focus Live on Classical King FM
Classical KING brings you an hour of live classical music every Friday night at 7pm. Sonoro Women’s Choir will be featured on the program on Friday October 10th to promote the Seattle Sings Choral Festival.
Elysium in Concert & Ice Cream Social
Come join Elysium, a nine member a capella ensemble from Sonoro Choral Society, for their first ever full length concert! We hope you’ll join us for music and sweet treats.
Purchase tickets here:
Auditions
Auditioning all parts:
Soprano 1
Soprano 2
Alto 1
Alto 2
Please reach out to our director for information and to make an appointment!
Jeremy Shilley
Jeremy.shilley@gmail.com
253-307-1226
The Sonoro Women’s Choir is a high level, auditioned women’s choir based in Steilacoom, WA. The choir is comprised of advanced amateur as well as professional musicians from all walks of life. We perform two large scale concerts per year and can be heard at a variety of choral and community events throughout the area. We are known for high quality performances and a wide range of choral literature.
Auditions
Auditioning all parts:
Soprano 1
Soprano 2
Alto 1
Alto 2
Please reach out to our director for information and to make an appointment!
Jeremy Shilley
Jeremy.shilley@gmail.com
253-307-1226
The Sonoro Women’s Choir is a high level, auditioned women’s choir based in Steilacoom, WA. The choir is comprised of advanced amateur as well as professional musicians from all walks of life. We perform two large scale concerts per year and can be heard at a variety of choral and community events throughout the area. We are known for high quality performances and a wide range of choral literature.
Vivaldi's Gloria
Experience an unforgettable evening of choral and orchestral brilliance as the Sonoro Women’s Choir, Sonoro Chamber Ensemble, and Elysium unite under the direction of conductor Jeremy Shilley for a breathtaking program of masterworks.
Featuring Vivaldi’s exuberant and timeless Gloria, alongside Katerina Gimon’s bold and evocative Elements and Ola Gjeilo’s lush and cinematic Song of the Universal, this concert is a powerful celebration of history, nature, and the human spirit through music.
Don’t miss this extraordinary performance in the stunning acoustics of Lagerquist Concert Hall!
Purchase tickets here: https://sonoro-vivaldi.eventbrite.com/?aff=Website
Program notes here.
Auditions
Auditioning all parts:
Soprano 1
Soprano 2
Alto 1
Alto 2
Please reach out to our director for information and to make an appointment!
Jeremy Shilley
Jeremy.shilley@gmail.com
253-307-1226
The Sonoro Women’s Choir is a high level, auditioned women’s choir based in Steilacoom, WA. The choir is comprised of advanced amateur as well as professional musicians from all walks of life. We perform two large scale concerts per year and can be heard at a variety of choral and community events throughout the area. We are known for high quality performances and a wide range of choral literature.
Christmas Whispers: Voices of Joy
Purchase tickets here: https://sonoro-choral-society.square.site/
Experience the magic of the season at “Christmas Whispers: Songs of the Season,” a candlelit concert by the Sonoro Women’s Choir held in the beautiful and acoustically vibrant Steilacoom Community Church. Led by artistic director Jeremy Shilley, this evening of choral artistry features Sir Christëmas by Derek Holman, a stirring work for women’s choir and chamber orchestra that serves as the heart of the program, bringing medieval Christmas cheer to life with energy and elegance.
The program also includes selections by the Sonoro Women’s 33-voice choir, the intimate 9-voice a cappella ensemble, and a special appearance by the award-winning Steilacoom High School Advanced Treble Choir under the direction of Kasey Eck. Together, they will perform a mix of timeless carols like William Brown’s “Welcome Yule” and modern arrangements such as Kyle Pederson’s “Sing We Now of Christmas.”
Join us for an evening where candlelight and harmonious voices unite, filling the air with joy, peace, and the festive spirit of Christmas.
Christmas Whispers: Voices of Joy
Purchase tickets here: https://sonoro-choral-society.square.site/
Experience the magic of the season at “Christmas Whispers: Songs of the Season,” a candlelit concert by the Sonoro Women’s Choir held in the beautiful and acoustically vibrant Steilacoom Community Church. Led by artistic director Jeremy Shilley, this evening of choral artistry features Sir Christëmas by Derek Holman, a stirring work for women’s choir and chamber orchestra that serves as the heart of the program, bringing medieval Christmas cheer to life with energy and elegance.
The program also includes selections by the Sonoro Women’s 33-voice choir, the intimate 9-voice a cappella ensemble, and a special appearance by the award-winning Steilacoom High School Advanced Treble Choir under the direction of Kasey Eck. Together, they will perform a mix of timeless carols like William Brown’s “Welcome Yule” and modern arrangements such as Kyle Pederson’s “Sing We Now of Christmas.”
Join us for an evening where candlelight and harmonious voices unite, filling the air with joy, peace, and the festive spirit of Christmas.
Open Rehearsal
Are you a singer? Have you considered auditioning for Sonoro Women’s Choir but would like a sneak peek into what it’s like at our rehearsal? Join us for a special open rehearsal to observe behind the scenes, ask questions and learn more about what it’s like to be part of our family.
Auditions
Auditioning all parts:
Soprano 1
Soprano 2
Alto 1
Alto 2
Please reach out to our director for information and to make an appointment!
Jeremy Shilley
Jeremy.shilley@gmail.com
253-307-1226
The Sonoro Women’s Choir is a high level, auditioned women’s choir based in Steilacoom, WA. The choir is comprised of advanced amateur as well as professional musicians from all walks of life. We perform two large scale concerts per year and can be heard at a variety of choral and community events throughout the area. We are known for high quality performances and a wide range of choral literature.
A Heart for Any Fate
Immerse yourself in the ethereal harmonies of the Sonoro Choral Society as they enchant audiences with Abbie Betinis' evocative From Behind the Caravan: Songs of Hâfez alongside works by esteemed talents Eriks Ešenvalds, Kevin Memely, Elaine Hagenberg, and more. Experience a journey of emotion and musical passion, woven together by the exquisite voices of the Sonoro Women's Choir and Elysium, both under the direction of conductor Jeremy Shilley.
Tickets can be purchased online here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/sonoro-choral-society-84084086123
Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/songsofsonoro
A Heart for Any Fate
Immerse yourself in the ethereal harmonies of the Sonoro Choral Society as they enchant audiences with Abbie Betinis' evocative From Behind the Caravan: Songs of Hâfez alongside works by esteemed talents Eriks Ešenvalds, Kevin Memely, Elaine Hagenberg, and more. Experience a journey of emotion and musical passion, woven together by the exquisite voices of the Sonoro Women's Choir and Elysium, both under the direction of conductor Jeremy Shilley.
Tickets can be purchased online here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/sonoro-choral-society-84084086123
Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/songsofsonoro
Sonoro Benefit evening at Happy Duo Cafe
Join us for an evening of wine, food, and live music! All proceeds will go towards helping Sonoro Choral Society continue our mission. There will be a raffle for concert tickets, and performances throughout the evening by Elysium.
Auditions
Auditioning all parts:
Soprano 1
Soprano 2
Alto 1
Alto 2
Please reach out to our director for information and to make an appointment!
Jeremy Shilley
Jeremy.shilley@gmail.com
253-307-1226
The Sonoro Women’s Choir is a high level, auditioned women’s choir based in Steilacoom, WA. The choir is comprised of advanced amateur as well as professional musicians from all walks of life. We perform two large scale concerts per year and can be heard at a variety of choral and community events throughout the area. We are known for high quality performances and a wide range of choral literature.
Christmas Fantasia
Mark your calendar to join the spectacular Sonoro Women’s Choir and Elysium in concert on December 2nd and December 3rd for the most beautiful Christmas concert the groups have ever performed.
Singing in the historic Steilacoom Community Church right in the heart of downtown Steilacoom, the Sonoro Women’s Choir, conducted by Jeremy Shilley, will perform a wide range of beautifully arranged Christmas classics as well as breathtaking winter songs.
The concert will feature music by cutting edge choral composers including some of the top women composers in the field: Laura Hawley, Abbie Betinis, and Michelle Roueche.
It will also include works by international giants Michael McGlynn (Ireland) & and Ēriks Eśenvalds (Latvia) as well as choral master Ralph Vaughan Williams
Tickets available at the door or online here:
https://xmasfantasia.bpt.me
Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/songsofsonoro
Christmas Fantasia
Mark your calendar to join the spectacular Sonoro Women’s Choir and Elysium in concert on December 2nd and December 3rd for the most beautiful Christmas concert the groups have ever performed.
Singing in the historic Steilacoom Community Church right in the heart of downtown Steilacoom, the Sonoro Women’s Choir, conducted by Jeremy Shilley, will perform a wide range of beautifully arranged Christmas classics as well as breathtaking winter songs.
The concert will feature music by cutting edge choral composers including some of the top women composers in the field: Laura Hawley, Abbie Betinis, and Michelle Roueche.
It will also include works by international giants Michael McGlynn (Ireland) & and Ēriks Eśenvalds (Latvia) as well as choral master Ralph Vaughan Williams
Tickets available at the door or online here:
https://xmasfantasia.bpt.me
Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/songsofsonoro
Sonoro Women's Choir Auditions
Auditioning all parts:
Soprano 1
Soprano 2
Alto 1
Alto 2
Please reach out to our director for information and to make an appointment!
Jeremy Shilley
Jeremy.shilley@gmail.com
253-307-1226
The Sonoro Women’s Choir is a high level, auditioned women’s choir based in Steilacoom, WA. The choir is comprised of advanced amateur as well as professional musicians from all walks of life. We perform two large scale concerts per year and can be heard at a variety of choral and community events throughout the area. We are known for high quality performances and a wide range of choral literature.
Poets and Plays
The premier South Sound women's ensembles, Sonoro Women's Choir and Elysium, will be presenting an evening of epic drama, lighthearted humor, and passionate romance through music.
Our program will begin by enveloping you in classical and contemporary masterworks by Brahms, Schubert, and Eric Whitacre. We will then journey through the unmistakeable glitter of musical theatre songs from La La Land, Encanto, Moulin Rouge, and the Greatest Showman.
Tickets are $20 may be purchased at the door or online here: https://bpt.me/6000939
Poets and Plays
The premier South Sound women's ensembles, Sonoro Women's Choir and Elysium, will be presenting an evening of epic drama, lighthearted humor, and passionate romance through music.
Our program will begin by enveloping you in classical and contemporary masterworks by Brahms, Schubert, and Eric Whitacre. We will then journey through the unmistakeable glitter of musical theatre songs from La La Land, Encanto, Moulin Rouge, and the Greatest Showman.
Tickets are $20 may be purchased at the door or online here: https://bpt.me/6000939
Auditions
The Sonoro Women’s Choir is excited to announce auditions for our coming year!
Fulfill your New Years resolution and come and sing for this incredible group!
Auditioning all parts:
Soprano 1
Soprano 2
Alto 1
Alto 2
Auditions will be on Tuesday, January 17th in the evening.
Please reach out to our director for information and to make an appointment!
Jeremy Shilley
Jeremy.shilley@gmail.com
253-307-1226
The Sonoro Women’s Choir is a high level, auditioned women’s choir based in Steilacoom, WA. The choir is comprised of advanced amateur as well as professional musicians from all walks of life. We perform two large scale concerts per year and can be heard at a variety of choral and community events throughout the area. We are known for high quality performances and a wide range of choral literature.
"Days of Beauty" Winter Concert
A choral art event featuring the music of Ola Gjeilo
Tickets may be purchased online here or at the door.
"Days of Beauty" Winter Concert
A choral art event featuring the music of Ola Gjeilo.
Tickets may be purchased online here or at the door.
Faith, Hope, and Love
Please join us for our Spring concert series. Highlighted works include Fauré’s “Requiem”, and contemporary arrangements of traditional folk songs and spirituals.
We will have two performances: Saturday, June 11 at 7:00 pm and Sunday, June 12 at 3:00 pm.
Tickets are $20, available for purchase online or at the door. Children 8 and under free.
Faith, Hope, and Love
Please join us for our Spring concert series. Highlighted works include Fauré’s “Requiem”, and contemporary arrangements of traditional folk songs and spirituals.
We will have two performances: Saturday, June 11 at 7:00 pm and Sunday, June 12 at 3:00 pm.
Tickets are $20, available for purchase online or at the door. Children 8 and under free.