Portland’s A Cappella Program

Our classes are intended for singers with a variety of experience and skills, though some experience singing in harmony with others is recommended.

Tuition is $325 per semester. Monthly payment plans are available upon request, and we are able to offer a limited number of partial scholarships each semester.

Our spring 2024 semester is currently in session and will run from February 3 - May 9.

This spring we have five classes. Each group of 20-25 singers meets weekly from 7:00-9:00 for 13 weeks (there will be a 1-week spring break in March), to learn 5-6 songs.

Spring Groups and Locations

Important dates outside of the regular weekly classes

• Saturday, Feb. 3: All-Group Kick-off rehearsal 2:00-5:00 (1:30 New Singer Orientation)

• Saturday, March 16: All-Group Rehearsal 3:00-5:00

• Saturday May 4th: Song Showcase. Concert at 3:00, singers arrive at 1:30

• Week of April 8th: Practice concerts. These short concerts are our first opportunity to try out our songs in front of a small audience. Each group will perform, usually at a senior living facility, on their usual rehearsal night. Groups usually meet a half-hour or so earlier than the usual 7:00 start time, and will have dinner together after the concert.

• Saturday, April 27th: Optional Brush-up rehearsal, 3:30-5:00, for the All-Group songs.

• Potluck reflections and celebrations during rehearsal time the week of May 6th

“Free Bird” Package for returning singers

Our "Free Bird" package is intended for singers who have experience with our choir program, but can't commit to a weekly group at this time. You will learn and participate in the all-group songs by attending the rehearsals listed below. This format will call for some work practicing on your own with rehearsal recordings.

Free Bird Rehearsal Schedule (5 meetings plus the performance):

~ Feb. 3rd, 2:00-5:00 pm: Retreat and Kick-Off for All Groups

~ Feb 26th through 29th: You’ll be invited to rehearse with one of the weekly groups of your choice from 7-8pm.

~ March 16th, 3:00 pm: Mid-Semester Combined Group Rehearsal

~ April 8th through 12th: You’ll be invited to join one or more of the weekly groups on stage to sing the All-Group songs during their mini concert at a retirement home.

~ April 27th, 3:00-5:00 pm: Brush-Up Rehearsal the weekend before the performance

~ May 4th, 3:00 PM End-of-Semester Show for All Groups (Singer call time is 1:30).

Covid Guidelines

• Participants are strongly urged to stay home from if:

  • they are having symptoms of contagious viruses, including Covid 19

  • they are testing positive for Covid 19

• Masks are always welcome if you feel more comfortable wearing one for the health of yourself, other singers, or your loved ones. If you’ve had a known prolonged Covid exposure within the past 5-10 days we ask that you wear a mask to rehearsal even if you have tested negative so far.

  • Mask requirements for large group rehearsals and performances will be determined based on public health conditions at the time.

  • Masks may be required by Assisted Living facilities for our practice concerts.