About The Ozarks Chorale

Eureka Springs, Arkansas

The hills of Eureka Springs, Arkansas have been alive with the harmonious sounds of The Ozarks Chorale for over twenty-four years!

Singing has long been a tradition in the Ozark Mountains, and the hills of Eureka Springs, Arkansas have been alive with the harmonious sounds of the Ozarks Chorale for almost a quarter century.

Founded by a small group of dedicated singers in 1994, the Ozarks Chorale proudly celebrates its upcoming season of classical and pop choral works under the expert musical direction of Artistic Director and Conductor Jess Wade and accompanied by Ellen Stephenson. 

The musical library of the Chorale ranges from Classical works such as Handel’s “Messiah” with accompanying orchestra, to Dave Brubeck’s “Take Five” with Jazz ensemble accompaniment. Romantic works such as Brahms “Liebeslieder Waltzes” to gospel, pop, folk, and Broadway hits are Chorale favorites.

The Ozarks Chorale boasts the ability to sing anything from Bach to Beatles! With such a diverse repertoire, the Chorale is a favorite in Northwest Arkansas.  Calling the Eureka Springs Historical Auditorium “home”, the Chorale but also performs in other venues.  Check our Events listing for dates, times, and locations.  Families plan their vacations to make sure they are here when the Chorale performs. Here’s a peek at our upcoming concert schedule. We hope to see you there!

Genre Library

  • The Ozarks Chorale Broadway Show Tunes
    Broadway Show Tunes
    The Ozarks Chorale Broadway Show Tunes
    1. Sunday // Sunday - Broadway Show Tunes
    2. Children Will Listen // Stephen Sondheim - Broadway Show Tunes
  • The Ozarks Chorale Classic Choral Music
    Classic Choral Music
    The Ozarks Chorale Classic Choral Music
    1. Kyrie Eleison // J.S. Bach arr. Tim Sharp - Classic Choral Music
    2. Forest Cool, Thou Forest Quiet // Johannes Brahms - Classic Choral Music
    3. Hallelujah Chorus // Classic Choral Music
  • The Ozarks Chorale Contemporary Composers
    Contemporary Composers
    The Ozarks Chorale Contemporary Composers
    1. Crossing the Bar // Gwyneth Walker - Contemporary Composers
    2. Called to Love // Brandon Williams - Contemporary Composers
    3. Why We Sing // Contemporary Composers
  • The Ozarks Chorale Ellen Stephenson Compositions
    Ellen F. Stephenson’s Compositions
    The Ozarks Chorale Ellen Stephenson Compositions
    1. Sing All Ye Joyful // Ellen F. Stephenson’s Compositions
    2. Where Morning Lies // Ellen F. Stephenson’s Compositions
    3. The Color Gold // Ellen F. Stephenson’s Compositions
    4. Arkansas, You Run Deep In Me // Ellen F. Stephenson’s Compositions
  • The Ozarks Chorale Folk & Spiritual Songs
    Folk Songs & Spirituals
    The Ozarks Chorale Folk & Spiritual Songs
    1. Ain’t Judging No Man // Greg Gilpin & John Parker - Folk Songs & Spirituals
    2. Turn the World Around // arr. Larry Farrow - Folk Songs & Spirituals
    3. Betelehemu // Folk Songs & Spirituals
    4. No Room // Folk Songs & Spirituals
  • The Ozarks Chorale Holiday Music
    Holiday Music
    The Ozarks Chorale Holiday Music
    1. Peace, Peace // Holiday Music
    2. Al Shlosha D’Varim // Holiday Music
    3. Las Posadas // Holiday Music

The Ozarks Chorale Leadership

Board of Directors
Janet Arnett, President
Mike Reed, Vice President
Robyn Pence, Secretary
Marty Benson, Treasurer
Karen Masters, Librarian
Jess Wade
Artistic Director / Conductor
Ellen Stephenson. Accompanist
Ellen Stephenson
Accompanist

Ellen Stephenson is a pianist, organist, music educator, composer, teacher…

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