Coming Together Through Music

History

The Glenn Chorale was established in 1981 under the direction of veteran educator, Lynne Burroughs of Orland, and is a non-profit, public choral ensemble. We are comprised of not only Orland, Willows, and Hamilton City community members, but residents of Butte and Tehama counties and beyond.

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The Glenn Chorale has traveled extensively, performing in such countries as Germany and Austria in 1997; Scotland, England and Wales in 2001; Italy in 2004; Washington DC in 2005; and Greece in 2007.

 

Participation

• There are no auditions for incoming members and all abilities and levels of singers are encouraged to attend.

• Singers of all ages are welcome, however a minimum age of 16 is suggested.

• Rehearsals for the Christmas Concert begin in late August and culminate in a concert on the first Sunday in December.

• Rehearsals for the Spring Concert begin in mid-January and culminate in a concert on the first Sunday in May.

• Rehearsals are held every Monday night from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. during rehearsal season at Glenn Success Square in Studio 129 at 129 E. Walker Street in Orland.

• Music for the season is on loan for a music usage fee of $10.00 per person.

• At the first rehearsal, sign in and receive your folder of music that has been selected for the concert performance.  

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Scholarships 

At each Spring Concert in May, scholarships are awarded to eligible Glenn County high school students selected for their interest in music. 

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• The Fern Sligar Scholarship–sponsored by Dr. Gene and Shirley Russell to honor Shirley’s mother

• Everett Edwards Memorial Scholarship Fund–Funds for these scholarships are derived from donations made at the refreshment table at the two main concerts held each year. 

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The Glenn Chorale is a state and federally-recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit and all donations to the Scholarship Fund are tax deductible.

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2026–27 Board of Directors 

Our executive team consists solely of volunteers who graciously donate their time and talents:

Sue Shuey, President
Karen Gilmet, Treasurer
Bonnie Morgan, Secretary
JoAnn Boone, Member-at-Large
Brooke Drake, Member-at-Large
Nelia Fox, Member-at-Large
Kathy Spence, Member-at-Large​

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