MISSION:
To support the appreciation of choral music through inspiring performances, raising choral excellence,
and collaborating with professionals to help young artists achieve their educational and professional goals
and create a community of musical expression.
VISION:
To inspire choral excellence in South Florida, supporting young professional singers, professional singers, and non-professional singers through performances, as well as established educational programs.
About Schola Cantorum of Florida
Schola Cantorum has performed in Palm Beach County since its founding in 1982 by Delray residents with the objective to perform choral masterworks. It has held weekly rehearsals and presented season concerts at the highest artistic level.
In 2016, to broaden community participation and collaboration, SCOF established a partnership with the area of Choral and Vocal Studies at FAU as Ensemble in Residence. Rehearsals and choral library relocated at FAU, Boca Raton. Schola Cantorum promotes the training and musical development of young singers and emerging artists through its Young Artist Scholarship Program (YA) which has doubled in size since 2014. In return, YA’s offer strong leadership skills as representatives of the ensemble in musical and non-musical activities.
Following a national trend, the SCOF Chamber Ensemble was founded in 2015. It comprises professional and exceptional community members including, YA’s. It performs as part of the SCOF concert season and community impact, fundraising, and audience development. The Chorale has successfully attracted singers of diverse backgrounds and experiences; from traditional community singers looking for a musical outlet, graduate/undergraduate music students, and music teachers. Since 2014 the Chorale has transformed from membership of mostly aging retirees to a multi-generational one spanning 18 to 80 years of age. SCOF prides itself as a true community chorus by making a difference for both seasoned professional singers and individuals of all ages in the county.
Annually, two major concerts are presented. The 2018 – 2019 season, in addition to the above-mentioned performances, included A Holiday Celebration – Sing a Joyful Song (Fall 2018), featuring, Chichester Psalms, in honor of its legendary composer Leonard Bernstein’s centennial. The Chorale frequently participates in the Annual FAU Handel’s Messiah Performance With Students, Faculty, Alumni, and Community Caroling. The choir welcomes new members every week, and seeks to build relationships with the local community through outreach and educational activities. During this uncertain time, the Schola Cantorum of Florida will continue to safely promote the love of the choral arts with progressive performances and unifying voices.
Board of Directors
Monica Berovides-Hidalgo, President
Ken Williams, Treasurer
Terri Voss, Secretary
Cameron Anzola, At-Large Member
Kari Desai. At-Large Member
Ariel Hodgetts, At-Large Member
Daniel Perez, At-Large Member
Inez Radulov, At-Large Member
Ilaria Serra, At-Large Member