Chorus Polaris

Chorus Polaris CHORUS POLARIS is a premier community choral ensemble based the Twin Cities, Minnesota. We rehearse on Tuesday evenings in Columbia Heights.

Under the artistic direction of Bill Mathis, Chorus Polaris is an auditioned, adult community concert choir comprised of 50 professional, semi-professional, and talented amateur singers. Our repertoire spans more than a thousand years – from the Medieval period to jazz, to classic and modern choral masterworks complete with orchestra. OUR MISSION is to engage, connect, and strengthen communities t

hrough collaboration and educational outreach. Our goal is the pursuit of choral excellence that engages audiences while sharing and celebrating the human experience through music. OUR VISION is a world in which communities support, collaborate, and care for everyone while respecting each person's individuality. Inspired by diversity, we aspire to be an accepting family of inclusiveness, characterized by a membership comprised of musicians with a broad range of interests, thoughts, and beliefs who are individually committed to artistic excellence. We value integrity and fairness in our business and fundraising practices. Chorus Polaris is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 26-0162911). Interested in singing with us? Contact our Artistic Director at: [email protected].

Why did Beethoven get rid of his chickens ?They kept saying Bach Bach Bach.
04/30/2026

Why did Beethoven get rid of his chickens ?
They kept saying Bach Bach Bach.

🎉 Season Finale! 🎉We are thrilled to join the Mississippi Valley Orchestra for a powerful collaboration as we close our ...
04/30/2026

🎉 Season Finale! 🎉
We are thrilled to join the Mississippi Valley Orchestra for a powerful collaboration as we close our season together!
Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 (“Ode to Joy”)
Sunday, May 10 • 3:00 p.m.
Benson Great Hall, Bethel University
3900 Bethel Drive, Arden Hills

The program opens with brilliant young pianist Ella Wan performing Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 1. Then Chorus Polaris and four soloists join the orchestra for the monumental Beethoven Symphony No. 9 — one of the greatest choral-orchestral works ever written!
✨ Come early for Artistic Director Kornel Thomas’ pre-concert talk at 2:15 p.m.
🅿️ Plenty of free parking
🎟️ Free admission – donations gratefully accepted

This is sure to be an unforgettable afternoon of inspiring music. Bring your family and friends to experience the joy and power of “Ode to Joy” with us!

We can’t wait to sing for you!
Chorus Polaris
Artistic Director: William H. Mathis

The Ultimate Valentine's Date
02/14/2026

The Ultimate Valentine's Date

Today is the day we've all been waiting for: Love, Chorus Polaris (~A Symphony of Love and Light ~) — our special Valentine's afternoon concert and silent auction. We're thrilled to see the incredible response so far: nearly two-thirds of the tickets have already been claimed! If you've been on th...

Our Valentine's Day gala is tomorrow at 3 pm, and we hope you'll join us!See the event details here: Love, Chorus Polari...
02/13/2026

Our Valentine's Day gala is tomorrow at 3 pm, and we hope you'll join us!

See the event details here:

Love, Chorus Polaris

We're honored to feature several local artists' work at our silent auction.

Learn more about one of our featured artists, Russ Docken, at his page linked here:

Russ Docken Originals

Or online at: https://russdockenoriginals.com/biography/

Among the artwork, you'll find gift baskets with wine and treats, gift cards for local restaurants, a stay at a Duluth guesthouse, fresh floral arrangements, and an 8 1/2 pound homemade lasagna (frozen and ready to heat up when you are!), plus more, of course!

Plus entertainment from the choir, soloists, and local jazz legend Thomasina Petrus!

See you tomorrow!

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02/11/2026

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Only FOUR days until "Love, Chorus Polaris" - a Valentine’s Day experience like no other! We are thrilled to welcome th...
02/10/2026

Only FOUR days until "Love, Chorus Polaris" - a Valentine’s Day experience like no other!
We are thrilled to welcome the incomparable Thomasina Petrus to the stage. A celebrated 35-year veteran of the arts and a premier Twin Cities jazz vocalist, Thomasina is a creative force known for her "unforgettable" theatrical presence and deep roots in the legacy of Black women’s voices.
She is Jazz Royalty: Famed for her breathtaking portrayals of icons like Billie Holiday ("Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill") and Etta James.
This will be a fantastic start to your Valentine's Day celebration!
https://choruspolaris.org/valentine

With Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉
02/09/2026

With Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

A great way to begin your Valentine's Day celebration. Love, Chorus Polaris
02/03/2026

A great way to begin your Valentine's Day celebration.
Love, Chorus Polaris

Email from Chorus Polaris A Symphony of Love and Light Love, Chorus Polaris Premier Minneapolis jazz vocalist Thomasina Petrus will be the special guest performer at Chorus Polaris' 20th season Valent

We love you so much we want you to live 10 years longer. Extend your lifespan by joining us for entertainment, refreshme...
01/29/2026

We love you so much we want you to live 10 years longer.

Extend your lifespan by joining us for entertainment, refreshments and a silent auction at "Love, Chorus Polaris" on February 14 at 3 pm at Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church.

Tickets available on our webpage: www.choruspolaris.org

01/19/2026

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P. O. Box 21175
Columbia Heights, MN
55421

Telephone

+17638880120

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