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The Hampton Roads Men's Chorus
The Hampton Roads Men’s Chorus came into being in the Fall
of 1996. Under the direction of the Chorus’ Founder, Stuart Stanley, the
chorus was created to give voice to the LGBT community of the Greater
Hampton Roads region. Over the years more than 75 men have been members of
the chorus.
Although the HRMC sang at several events in 1996-97, the first formal
concert was performed on Saturday, December 20, 1997. Since that first
concert, the Chorus has regularly performed two concerts a year as well as
several cabaret shows. The Chorus has appeared in joint performances with
the Lehigh Valley Gay Men’s Chorus and the Richmond Men’s Chorus. In June
2004, the Chorus presented the world premier of “Thus was my Love”.
Composed by Eric Helmuth, the setting of three Elizabethan sonnets was
commissioned through the Valentine Fund.
The HRMC became a member of
GALA Choruses
International in 1997 and performed at GALA’s International Festival VII
held in Montreal in July 2004.
Mission Statement
The Hampton Roads Men’s Chorus
fosters excellence in choral music,
reflecting a breadth of life experiences in song.
We promote a regional community embracing
the inherent worth, equality, dignity and acceptance of all people. |
