The Cherry Creek Chorale will travel to Paris, France, from June 19–24, 2026, to participate in an international choral residency culminating in a gala concert at the historic Saint-Sulpice Church.
During the residency, the Chorale will join choirs from across the United States for several days of rehearsals, cultural experiences, and collaborative music-making centered on the music of acclaimed composer Elaine Hagenberg. Singers will also have opportunities to meet Hagenberg during special events throughout the residency.
On June 22, the Cherry Creek Chorale will present its residency performance alongside fellow participating ensembles. The program will conclude on June 23 with a 9:00 p.m. Gala Concert at Saint-Sulpice Church, where all participating choirs will come together for a powerful collaborative performance.
About the Cherry Creek Chorale
Since its founding in 1980 by dedicated singers from the Cherry Creek School District, the Cherry Creek Chorale has grown into a vibrant 120-voice ensemble whose members range in age from 17 to 80. Committed to artistic excellence and community engagement, the Chorale fosters a love of singing for performers and audiences alike, presenting four concert sets each season at Bethany Lutheran Church and performing at additional venues across the Denver metro area. Under the 31-year leadership of Artistic Director and Conductor Brian Patrick Leatherman, and with William White serving as Associate Conductor, the Chorale showcases a diverse repertoire spanning pop, jazz, classical, folk, spirituals, and contemporary works.
The Chorale is proud to champion new music and celebrate diverse composers and musical traditions. Each concert is thoughtfully curated around a central theme, often performed in-the-round and including sing-along pieces to create an engaging audience experience. Its outreach a cappella ensemble, The CherryTones, expands the Chorale’s reach through community performances across the metro area, including city events, intimate venues, and arts programs for seniors, helping bring the joy of live music to new and diverse audiences.