The Choir

Founded in 1977, the Oriana Chorale is an auditioned group of professional and amateur musicians who are dedicated to quality performance of a diverse selection of choral music.

Oriana’s mission is enriching the cultural life of Canberra with choral music projects of the highest standard, both a capella and with instrumental accompaniment, when it is called for.  The Chorale repertoire ranges from Schütz, Tallis and Byrd, to Rachmaninov, Pärt, Whitacre, and contemporary Australian composers.

Directed by Dan Walker, the Chorale presents three major concerts each year, often with associate artists, and is a regular participant in the Canberra International Music Festival as well as a collaborator of prominent vocal ensembles such as The Song Company and The Tallis Scholars. Members of the community have the opportunity to join the Chorale for its annual choral workshops.

The Cultural Fund

 The Oriana Chorale Cultural Fund was established to support the Chorale’s mission of bringing interesting, innovative choral music to the Canberra community. Through the Fund, Oriana has commissioned new pieces from Australian, including Indigenous, composers, and put together exciting concerts. Donate to the Fund