THE LAKESIDE CHORALIERS

Want to sing with us? All are welcome. Email us to find out more: LakesideChoraliers@gmail.com

04:46

The Water Is Wide

American Folk Song Arranged by Mark Hayes Performed by The Lakeside Choraliers, 2021. Directed by George W. Swope

03:11

No Brandy Will We Take

18th century Temperance poem set to music by Supply Belcher (1751-1836). This version was arranged by Martin R. Rice and George W. Swope. Performed tongue-in-cheek by The Lakeside Choraliers in 2021. Singers: Jeffrey Mercurio, Tammy Romero, Laura Penney Shamir, Fiona Smith Sutherland & George W. Swope

02:45

White Winter Hymnal

Presented as part of The Lakeside Choraliers' 2020 virtual winter concert. Soprano - Laura Penney Shamir Alto - Fiona Smith Sutherland Tenor - George W. Swope Bass - Michael Penney Special thanks to Chris Lombardi for the amazing percussion track. Written by Robin Pecknold from Fleet Foxes #LakesideChoraliers

Who We Are

Founded in 1972, The Lakeside Choraliers is a community choir for singing enthusiasts of all ages. Based in Park Ridge, New Jersey, our members hail from surrounding counties including Bergen, Passaic, Morris, Rockland, and beyond.

What We Do

The Choraliers performs two annual concerts - a winter holiday concert in December and a spring concert in May or June, with repertoire encompassing a wide variety of genres, including classical, choral, pop, multicultural, Broadway, and folk.

How We Give Back

Over the years, the Choraliers has presented over 150 charity concerts at nursing homes, veterans’ homes, and senior centers. Additionally, the Choraliers often donates a percentage of concert ticket sales to Meals on Wheels North Jersey.

Our Mission

The Lakeside Choraliers is committed to the advancement of choral music, musical education of adults and young adults, and the development of talent. The production of musical performances will enrich and educate the community, offering live performances to a diverse audience.