Upon its launch in 1983, Phoenix Chamber Choir quickly became renowned for diverse and eclectic programming, and commissions from rising and leading composers from BC, Canada and abroad, and North American premieres of important new works. Our mandate is to build and sustain an adult mixed 28-voice chamber ensemble that presents a wide range of repertoire at the highest level of choral achievement. What makes Phoenix unique in Vancouver is our commitment to modern choral music and the ability to perform at the highest level with exclusively amateur singers. Fondly referred to as “The Phoenix Family”, we are a community of current singers and alumni alike who come together through a common respect for each other and a passion to create the very best in choral music.

As of June 2019, we welcomed Dr. Nicholle Andrews as Phoenix’s fourth artistic director, bringing extensive choral conducting, pedagogical experience and a love of contemporary Canadian choral music, as well as a dynamic personality and commitment to the creation of a safe space and continuous learning.

With Dr. Andrews at the helm, we have a renewed mandate to increase our presence beyond our national borders and build Phoenix’s reputation as a Canadian choral ensemble of excellence. With exceptional concert programs featuring both Canadian and world premieres, we offer artists and audiences an evolving repertoire featuring some of the most challenging choral compositions from around the globe and a commitment to new works that continue to explore the edge of choral practice. We are committed to collaboration with the most talented and passionate amateur and professional musicians in the region. Phoenix is dedicated to providing education and mentorship opportunities to emerging singers, conductors, composers, and music educators. We believe strongly in giving back to the community of artists that fuels our work today, while also stewarding the future legacy of our art form.