Gateway Chorus Wins Regional Championship in Edmonton

Edmonton, AB – May 29th 2024– The hometown advantage proved strong as the Mission Possible Acapella event brought thousands to the Edmonton Convention Center from May 9-12. This premier event, essentially an Olympic prequalifier for acapella enthusiasts, showcased both Quartet and Chorus Competitions, offering a live experience akin to Pitch Perfect on stage. The event garnered international attention, with Pitch Perfect Actress Kelly Jackle engaging on social media and the webcast drawing over 5,000 views.

Gateway Chorus, a staple of the Edmonton music scene for over 60 years, proudly announces their victory in the chorus competition. This win secures their invitation to compete at the International competition in Columbus, Ohio, in 18 months.

"We are thrilled to have won the Regional Championship right here in our hometown," said Lisa Greenough, the director of Gateway Chorus. "This victory is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our members, both old and new."

As they gear up for this prestigious event, Gateway Chorus is welcoming singers to join them at 7 PM on Tuesday nights at the Orange Hub from June 4th to July 2nd. "We are so excited by our 11 new members who joined us this year on the Regional Stage. Our newbies rocked it, and we love the energy they bring to the chorus," Lisa added, “[…] as we can take more members with us to Ohio we wanted to open our doors to others to join us. There is travel assistance and funding opportunities for our members to get them to Ohio with us if they want to come and for those who just want a place to sing in a like-minded community Tuesday nights we have space for that too.”

Want to sing with the current Regional Champs? Gateway Chorus invites prospective members to join their open rehearsals from June 4 to July 2. It’s an excellent opportunity to learn new music and experience the vibrant community at Gateway.