Downeasters Chorus

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Downeasters Chorus Our Mission:
"Fostering personal, musical, and community growth and connection through shared vocal harmony." This is not your grandfather's music!

Our Vision:
"Become the beacon of joyous, inclusive, and captivating a cappella harmony in Maine." The Downeasters Chorus is one of the top musical performing organizations in New England. We are a part of the Barbershop Harmony Society (barbershop.org), a musical art form with genuine American roots and a style that embraces singers of all levels. Today, barbershop harmony includes mainstream a cappella vocals heard in groups such as Pentatonix, Straight No Chaser, and others. Our singing is four-part close harmony with rich emotional melodies designed to captivate our audiences. We sing gorgeous ballads, toe-tapping swing songs, and vivacious up-tunes where our performers move on the risers with a stage presence unique to choral performing. Our audiences and members give to our community through performances, fundraising events, and charitable donations to worthy causes. The Downeasters welcome singers of all musical abilities. There is no formal audition or musical background requirement to sing with us. Our music team is skilled in working with new members that simply wish to sing and perform for audiences. And while we are dedicated to high achievement in music, we also have a fellowship and camaraderie that both fosters new friendships and is highly supportive of individual challenges in day-to-day living. Our members come from all walks of life; students, professionals, tradespeople, and energetic retirees with rich life experiences. Our culture consists of a diverse group of folks who bond together by one fervent passion: we love to sing and we believe that changing lives through music is worth the hard work and determination asked of the music team. We work hard individually outside of rehearsal to learn the notes and words of our songs. Professionally recorded learning tracks and sheet music help even the newest singer quickly contribute to the ensemble. At weekly rehearsal we then spend time molding our individual abilities into a holistic art form. Come try The Downeasters on for size, and see if you like what you see, hear, and feel. A member will greet you when you arrive and ask how we can help you enjoy the evening. If we all sing a little more, the world will be a better place. We are funded in part by a grant from the Maine Arts Commission, an independent state agency supported by the National Endowment for the Arts.

10/01/2026

Port City Sound ringing some chords at the Cumberland Fair! 🎶💈

Ready to ring in the season with some four-part harmony? 🎄 The Downeasters are thrilled to announce the return of our an...
10/01/2026

Ready to ring in the season with some four-part harmony? 🎄 The Downeasters are thrilled to announce the return of our annual Holiday Chorus!

​If you love singing holiday songs, we’d love for you to join us starting Monday, November 9th at 6:00 PM.

We welcome singers of all ages, genders, and ability levels. No prior experience or sight-reading ability is needed -- we’ll provide all the learning tools (audio learning tracks, sheet music, and vocal instruction) completely free of charge!

​We’ll be learning everything from "Winter Wonderland" to "Jingle Bell Rock" as we prepare for a few exciting public performances in December.

​📍 Where: 74 Lunt Rd, Falmouth, ME 04105
📅 When: Mondays at 6:00 PM
💻 Info: www.downeasters.org/holiday

​Check out the flyer attached to this post for more details, or feel free to email [email protected] with any questions. We can't wait to share the risers with you! 🎶❄️

Bye bye bye (barbershop cover) comin soon! 💈👋🎤 Welcome to the newest guys of the Downeasters! Michael Brooks (left) and ...
09/30/2026

Bye bye bye (barbershop cover) comin soon! 💈👋🎤 Welcome to the newest guys of the Downeasters!

Michael Brooks (left) and Dan Byrne (middle) help to hold down the bass section and Peter Rimkunas joins us as a baritone! 🎶

You’re always welcome to come check out a rehearsal on Monday nights, 6-8:30 in Falmouth!

Last night we had the privilege to work with the incredible Darin Drown, and it was a truly transformative coaching sess...
09/15/2026

Last night we had the privilege to work with the incredible Darin Drown, and it was a truly transformative coaching session!

With Darin's expert guidance, we explored new ways of singing that opened up our sound and made it all feel free and easy. We're so excited to get back to it next week and continue building on these new skills.

Thanks for making our Monday rehearsal one to remember!

09/13/2026

Our fabulous chapter quartet, Constellation! Way to represent 👏💈

It was a beautiful, sunny September day for the Portland Music Medics to sing at the MaineHealth Barbara Bush Children's...
09/11/2026

It was a beautiful, sunny September day for the Portland Music Medics to sing at the MaineHealth Barbara Bush Children's Hospital. ☀️ We didn't have a lot of folks to sing to today, but it was a wonderful, meaningful experience sharing our music with three different young folks, two in the atrium and one in a separate room.

Every moment that we can make a difference in the lives of those who are hospitalized is to be treasured. 🩵

Then, it was off to the geriatric unit where five residents listened, some singing along with us as we shared some tunes. Faces softened as they recognized the familiar melodies. 🎶😊 Finally, we went to a separate room and sang for a very supportive resident.

Special thanks go out to Music Medics member Mike Soper for doing a super fill-in job. What about you? Wouldn't you like to experience this fabulous community service? It is a life changer! 🌟

Glenn Walton, Portland Music Medics Coordinator

Today's the day! Can't wait to see you all at Deertrees Theatre this afternoon ❤️
09/05/2026

Today's the day! Can't wait to see you all at Deertrees Theatre this afternoon ❤️

TONIGHT at Deertrees Theatre!
We can't wait to see you tonight (9/5) at 4:00pm for the Downeasters Acapella Chorus

Celebrating 77 years of music, harmony, and heart, The Downeasters Chorus bring an afternoon of unforgettable vocal magic straight from Maine. This vibrant ensemble of men and women serves up a crowd-pleasing mix of classics and contemporary favorites, all wrapped in lush, ringing harmonies that seem to float through the air. You’ll also hear from standout champion quartets adding their own sparkle, style, and vocal fireworks to the program. Beyond the music, the Downeasters share their voices generously, supporting the community through performances, fundraisers, and charitable giving to meaningful causes. Come be dazzled as their sound fills the acoustically enchanting Deertrees Theatre, as our 90th season comes to a close.

Get your tickets NOW at the link below!
https://ticketstripe.com/events/5853108627461185

It’s hard to believe summer is coming to an end but we’ve really made the most of it! 🌴🎶🌲 From fairs and festivals acros...
09/03/2026

It’s hard to believe summer is coming to an end but we’ve really made the most of it! 🌴🎶🌲 From fairs and festivals across southern Maine to Music Medics uplifting spirits, it’s been busy. Even with summer vacation conflicts, choir members are stepping up to bring the joys of music to everyone!

🌟 A huge thank you to the Downeasters music team, for their ongoing work to create a repertoire of chorus songs that are fun, and encouraging us to bring barbershop harmony with us wherever and whenever we’re asked to sing! 🎵

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74 Lunt Road
Falmouth, ME
04105

Opening Hours

Monday 6pm - 8:30pm

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