Past Tours

Summer 2018 - Henry Leck Festival in Montreal, Canada 

Members of the Concert Choir went to Montreal, Canada on June 21, 2018 to participate in the Henry Leck Festival. 

Summer 2018 Choir Tour Highlights:

- Guided tour of Old Montreal

- Visits to Notre Dame Basilica, Jacques-Cartier Square, Mount Royal, City Hall, Bonsecours Market and many more!

- Individual Concert at the Notre Dame de Bon Secours Chapel

- Gala concert at St. James United Church with ten other choirs

Summer 2015 Choir Tour - DC 

Members of the Concert Choir went to Washington D.C. on June 4, 2015 to participate in the National Festival of the States, a Musical Celebration of Peace: Commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the End of World War II and the 150th Anniversary of the end of the American Civil War. 

Summer 2015 Choir Tour Highlights:

- A motor coach tour of historic Washington, D.C.

- Walking tour of the major monuments and memorials

- Visits to Capitol Hill, museums, Ford’s Theater, Arlington National Cemetery, and the World War II Memorial, where Choristers will participate in a special wreath-laying ceremony

- Performance for American Military Veterans as part of the National Festival of States

- Performance at the Lincoln or World War II Memorials as part of the National Festival of States

Summer 2013 Choir Tour - New York City 

The GCC choir hit the Big Apple in June 2013. We performed at Lincoln Center in Avery Fisher Hall with a chorale of singers from around the country.  The chorale was led by recognized conductor and clinician Mrs. Barbara Berner, Artistic Director of the St. Louis Children’s Choir. It was a memorable trip filled with adventure, fun, and music instruction. We are gearing up for out next choir tour in summer 2015! Be on the lookout for details soon. 

Summer 2013 Choir Tour Highlights:

- Choral workshops with singers from all over

- Performed at the Lincoln Center for Performing Arts

- A celebration cruise and reception aboard a boat around Manhattan

- Attended a Broadway show, visit Top of the Rock atop Rockefeller Center

What kids had to say about the trip:

“I liked singing with the other choirs and hearing our voices blend. I really appreciated the opportunity to sing in New York City at Lincoln Center.” — Christina 

“I liked singing with the other choirs and hearing our voices blend. I really appreciated the opportunity to sing in New York City at Lincoln Center.” — Christina 

“I am so grateful for being able to come on this amazing trip and have the time of my life with so many great people.” — Claire 

“I am so grateful for being able to come on this amazing trip and have the time of my life with so many great people.” — Claire 

“I made a lot of new friends and learned a lot of new techniques. My favorite thing was spending time with the entire GCC family.” — Madeline 

“I made a lot of new friends and learned a lot of new techniques. My favorite thing was spending time with the entire GCC family.” — Madeline 

“My favorite memory of the New York trip was definitely going to see Wicked and Phantom of the Opera because both musicals were just so amazing.” — Chambers

“My favorite memory of the New York trip was definitely going to see Wicked and Phantom of the Opera because both musicals were just so amazing.” — Chambers