“The Williamsport Civic Chorus is an open community of singers dedicated to making fine music accessible to all through education, participation and inspiration. Our diverse and inclusive membership welcomes all singers and listeners as we perform music from a wide range of cultures, ethnicities, and traditions.”
Music Director Michael (Mike) Connor earned a bachelor of arts degree in music from the Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania and a master of science in education from Bucknell, where as graduate assistant to the renowned Dr. William Payn, he frequently conducted the Bucknell University Chorale. Currently, Mike teaches music at Central Mountain High School in Mill Hall. He has served as Director of Vocal Activities at Lock Haven University, choir director for the Harmonia Gesang Verein, and as interim music director for the Williamsport Chamber Choir. Mike studied with Simon Carrington in Sarteano, Italy and has conducted and sung with the Sarteano Chamber Choir. Having appeared as tenor soloist with the Civic Chorus on multiple occasions, Mike’s demonstrated skills as an inspiring singer, composer, band, and orchestra director go hand-in-hand with his commitment to create a positive, safe, and enjoyable environment for performers.
As a special treat, please also enjoy viewing the Chorus’ performance of “The Star Spangled Banner” at the Little League World Series on August 23, 2018.
On Nov. 3, 2019, the Williamsport Civic Chorus performed “75 Years in Review” as the ensemble celebrated its jubilee year.
St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin, Ireland, where the Chorus performed on 7/3/19.
Singers during rehearsal break–late October 2019.
Presentation of donation by WCC at Sing for the Cure Concert“American Spirituals” in performance on Feb. 18, 2018, photo courtesy of J.J. Boettcher.Williamsport Civic Chorus makes a contribution to Family Promise.
Chorus members sing Christmas carols–an annual event at Otto’s Bookstore.