Dallas Symphony Chorus

The Dallas Symphony Chorus (DSC), is the official vocal ensemble of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.[1] Founded in 1977 at the request of then Maestro Eduardo Mata, this volunteer organization, consists of members who devote their time, efforts and talents to regularly scheduled rehearsals and performances with the Dallas Symphony, as well as other appearances in the community and around the world.

Dallas Symphony Chorus
Also known asDSC, DSO Chorus
OriginDallas, Texas, United States
GenresClassical
Years active1977-present
Websitewww.dschorus.com


Director

The current director of the Dallas Symphony Chorus is Joshua Habermann. Habermann became the sixth permanent director of the chorus in August 2011.[2] He also directs the Santa Fe Desert Chorale.[3] In May of 2015, the Dallas Symphony announced a significant endowment gift establishing the Jean D. Wilson Chorus Director Chair, which Habermann currently holds.

Joshua Habermann, director (2019)
Performing in Örebro, Sweden

Prior directors of the Dallas Symphony Chorus include, William Graham, Stewart Clark, Frank Sargent, Ronald Shirey and David R. Davidson.

References
  1. "Chorus". Dallas Symphony Orchestra. Retrieved 2022-05-12.
  2. "Chorus". Dallas Symphony Orchestra. Retrieved 2022-05-12.
  3. Simpson, Michael Wade (5 July 2013). "Summer Voices: Santa Fe Desert Chorale". The Santa Fe New Mexican. Retrieved 14 October 2013.


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