About First Coast Chorus

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

The First Coast Chorus' mission is to better our community
by building social consciousness through quality entertainment
and sharing of financial support.

founded 1999 30+ voices  13 concerts  a GALA chorus
$11,000+ donated to local charities Way too much fun!

OUR HISTORY

The idea for First Coast Chorus evolved from a desire to sing.  The spring of 1999 saw a group of six meet to discuss the formation of a new chorus for Jacksonville and Florida's First Coast.  These six individuals and later seven more formed a Steering Committee to guide the formation of this new group....

Original Steering Committee:

Back Row:  Aaron Rosenberg, Mark Goltiao, Nancy Gilliom, Dennis Mesenhimer, Bobbie Westcott

Front Row:  Casey Berney, Stephen Wilson, Sue Illingworth, Stephanie Stark, Micki Gaffron

Not Pictured:  Jerry Rosenberg, Dee Taboada

After several organizational meetings, July 19th was picked as the start date.  The Steering Committee held its breath collectively as they opened the doors for a combination  wine and cheese/voice placement party.   To their delight, 39 showed up that first night to sing!

The mission of the chorus is to give back to the community.  Since the first concert (October 23, 1999), the group has given over $11,000. back to the Jacksonville community.