Welcome to the Apollo Chorus of Chicago!
As one of the oldest musical organizations in the United States, Apollo Chorus has been thrilling audiences since 1872.
Its 100+ auditioned members, under the leadership of Music Director and Conductor Stephen Alltop, include men & women of all ages, races, creeds, and occupations brought together by their love of singing.
Music in the Neighborhood
St Paul of the Cross
The Apollo Chorus of Chicago will preview our 2024-25 season with selections from Händel’s Messiah, Brahms’ German Requiem, and varied selection from our Spring program called “From the Earth to the Stars!” This concert is free.
Händel’s Messiah
Gannon Concert Hall – Holtschneider Performance Center at DePaul
One of Chicago’s greatest holiday traditions, audiences flock to hear the thrilling renditions of Händel’s Messiah by the Apollo Chorus. This year we are proud to announce a quartet of internationally-acclaimed soloists, including soprano Josefien Stoppelenburg, mezzo-soprano Kayliegh Decker, tenor Martin Luther Clark, and bass-baritone Stephen Clark. Tickets are now available! Please Click Here to…
Händel’s Messiah
Alice Millar Chapel
One of Chicago’s greatest holiday traditions, audiences flock to hear the thrilling renditions of Händel’s Messiah by the Apollo Chorus. This year we are proud to announce a quartet of internationally-acclaimed soloists, including soprano Josefien Stoppelenburg, mezzo-soprano Kayliegh Decker, tenor Martin Luther Clark, and bass-baritone Stephen Clark. Tickets are now available! Please Click Here to…
Choral Classics: Brahms
First United Methodist Church
Join us for one of the most beloved and enjoyable works in the choral literature: Johannes Brahms’ Ein Deutches Requiem. An exquisite piece celebrating the seasons of life and giving courage and consolation as we reflect on times past. Tickets available this winter.
Brahms’ German Requiem
Join us for one of the most beloved and enjoyable works in the choral literature: Johannes Brahms’ Ein Deutches Requiem in collaboration with the Grace Chorale of Brooklyn, N.Y. An exquisite piece celebrating the seasons of life and giving courage and consolation as we reflect on times past. Tickets available in the spring.
Spring Concert: From the Earth to the Stars
Old St Patrick’s Catholic Church
For our penultimate concert of the season, the Apollo Chorus takes you on a journey that moves from the beauties of the earth up to the glorious expanse of the heavens. Selections include Randall Thompson’s The Last Words of David, Samuel Barber’s Sure on This Shining Night, Carolyn Shaw’s And the Swallow, and Kile Smith’s…
Join us in our efforts
Since 1872 the Apollo Chorus of Chicago has continued to strive to create an inclusive community. We will not stand for the unequal treatment of anyone in our organization, in our communities, or in our country.
Performing Masterworks in Halls & Cathedrals Across Chicago
In recent years, the Chorus has performed Mendelssohn's Elijah, Bach's Mass in b minor, Orff's Carmina Burana, and Mozart's Requiem. Apollo's annual performances of Handel's complete Messiah have become a beloved holiday tradition for Chicago families.
Seamlessly Blending Voices of All Ages, Races, & Creeds
The singers' dedication, artistry, and passion produce performances of unrivaled majesty. Apollo performs the masterworks of the choral repertoire in concert halls and cathedrals all over the Chicagoland area.