Oratorio Society

An annual Charlottesville tradition featuring the 100+-voice Oratorio Society chorus under the baton of Music Director Michael Slon, joined by string orchestra, organ, and guest soloists. Program features Camille Saint-Saëns' Christmas Oratorio, holiday favorites, and audience sing-along carols. Family-friendly event.

The Oratorio Society’s 100-voice chorus, along with community singers from the morning workshop, and guest youth choir, Voces Laetae, will present a special program honoring our nation’s 250-year history in collaboration with VA250 — the state commission of America250, a nationwide bipartisan initiative to celebrate the values of our democracy. Featuring American choral treasures from Irving Berlin, Randall Thompson, Rosephanye Powell, and Howard Hanson’s stirring Song of Democracy, this program