About Masterworks Chorale
Founded as the Lexington Choral Society in 1940, three conductors led the chorus through its first dozen years, George Faulkner, Wilmer Bartholomew, and George W. Grant, with composer Lukas Foss guest conducting the ensemble in the Boston Premiere of his American oratorio, The Prairie, in 1947.
Allen Lannom became the chorus’ conductor in 1952. This extraordinary tenure would last 53 years, unmatched by any music organization. Under his leadership, the ensemble experienced significant artistic growth and achievement. In 1969, the organization’s name was changed to Masterworks Chorale to better reflect the geographic diversity of its membership and its contribution to the cultural life of greater Boston. The new name also helped better define the ensemble’s core repertoire: choral/orchestral music by master composers. Mr. Lannom’s final concert concluded the Chorale’s 2004-2005 season.
Masterworks Chorale appointed Steven Karidoyanes Music Director in May 2006. His commitment to prepare and present concerts of a high standard that are also exciting, enriching and fulfilling continues the Masterworks tradition set by his predecessors.
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We are grateful to our many generous donors, including the Bose Corporation and the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. Masterworks Chorale is a member of the Greater Boston Choral Consortium, a cooperative association of diverse choral groups in Boston and the surrounding areas.