Chorus of the Chesapeake

03/27/2026

A great showing for all involved!

03/21/2026

A shot with some of our chorus members getting ready to join the Maryland Coalition Chorus as mic testers at this year's Mid Atlantic District Convention. Keep an eye out for some shots of us on stage!

12/01/2025

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our friend and brother in harmony, Ron Furrow. He passed peacefully in his sleep sometime between Saturday night and Sunday morning. Ron was 60 years old.

Many of you followed his long medical journey over the past several months—from the sudden heart complications in early summer, through major heart valve surgery, and then into a difficult recovery marked by both progress and setbacks. Ron faced each challenge with quiet strength, deep faith, and an unwavering sense of peace about whatever came next.

Even after surgery, he worked hard to regain his health and was proudly walking longer distances every day by late September. A minor stroke in October slowed that progress, but never dimmed his spirit.

Ron was a devoted friend, a steady presence, and a man whose faith and optimism never wavered. He sang with heart, laughed with kindness, and cared deeply for the people around him.

We do not yet have information about services or arrangements, but we will share details when the family provides them.

Please keep Ron, his family, and all who loved him in your thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace and harmony.

04/16/2025

We join our brothers in the Vocal Majority today in mourning the passing of a true legend. Jim Clancy is the most highly decorated chorus director in BHS history. His accomplishments in total gold medal count as a director can be compared to that of Michael Phelps, to put things in perspective. It has been said that his achievements may never be matched.

Godspeed, Jim. We're sure that you have already assumed the position as director of the heavenly chorus. Prayers and condolences go out to the men of the Vocal Majority from your brothers in the Chorus of the Chesapeake.

Jim Clancy, the legendary Executive Musical Director and founding member of the Vocal Majority chorus, has passed away. He died on April 16 after a year-long courageous battle with cancer. He was 87.

A driving force behind the creation of the Vocal Majority in 1971, Jim became its director in 1974 and led the chorus to unprecedented success on the world stage. Under his leadership, the Vocal Majority earned 11 Gold Medals in Barbershop Harmony Society (BHS) International Competitions — including an extraordinary run of 10 consecutive wins. This feat stands as a testament to Jim’s visionary artistry and relentless pursuit of excellence.

Today, the Vocal Majority holds 13 Gold Medals and is preparing to compete for its 14th this summer, now under the direction of Jim’s son, Greg Clancy.

Reflecting on his father's legacy as the director of one of the most decorated choruses in the world, Greg said, “Vocal Majority is the house that Jim built. We will continue to reflect his musicality and artistry, but more importantly, my dad’s values and commitment to the love of music and performance will live on for generations to come.”

Jim was also an accomplished arranger, crafting more than 400 songs for the Vocal Majority. His arrangements have been performed by vocal ensembles, barbershop choruses, and barbershop quartets across the globe, leaving a lasting mark on generations of performers.

Jim is survived by his beloved wife, Judy; son, Greg, and daughter-in-law, Jennifer; step-son K.C. Odom and wife Yuka; his daughter-in-law Genelle Clancy, his grandchildren, McCaa Clancy, Jack Clancy, Liz Walker, Michael Clancy, and Meredith Cox; four great grandchildren; and brother Phillip Clancy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Martha, son, Dave, and sister Jane Debenport.

Memorial service details will be announced soon.

04/05/2025

We are heartbroken 💔 to learn that the Dundalk Heritage Fair Association has decided to end the tradition of the Heritage Fair. We were fortunate to perform on the main stage at nearly every Fair since its inception. This iconic celebration will be dearly missed.

THANK YOU DUNDALK FOR 49 YEARS.

The parade is a separate entity and the Parade will continue in Dundalk. Please check out their page for information about the parade

03/12/2025

We set up our chairs last night and filled the hall with fellowship and song - come join us next week! We would love to hear you sing!

We meet at 7:30pm at 1400 Dulaney Valley Rd. inside The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

We promise you will have a ton of fun singing with us, even if you don't think you can sing!

01/22/2025

We've lost another beloved member of the Chorus of the Chesapeake. J. Crossan O'Donovan (Cross, or Doc to many of us), a 45-year member of the chorus, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025, at his home in Raleigh, NC. He was 85 years old. Several years ago, Cross became inactive in the chorus and moved to NC to be near his family.

He will be remembered for his wry sense of humor, love of music, passion for debate, and ability to make every moment—no matter how mundane—feel extraordinary.

Full obituary here: https://rfhr.com/obituaries/john-crossan-odonovan/