Cantare Chorale of the Sierra Foothills

Cantare Chorale was formed in 1992 by Bill Pearson and Dave Smythe to bring quality choral music to the citizens of El Dorado County. Talented singers who had previously performed with groups in Sacramento wanted a venue closer to home where they could develop and share their talents. Dedicated leaders have volunteered many hours to make this possible and to expand Cantare's reach to surrounding communities. The organization has grown into a viable California non-profit 501(c) (3) corporation with excellent leadership by an exceptionally gifted and musically educated artistic director and equally gifted and qualified piano accompanist. Individual members volunteer their specific talents and leadership to this thriving organization. Cantare is a mixed SATB chorale of 20-30 members who love to sing all styles and genres of music. Their concerts include classics, madrigals, folk, popular, jazz, seasonal, modern arrangements, both accompanied and a cappella, and incorporate educational components to inform, engage, and educate their audience. The group is committed to further expansion and growth and provides an excellent learning opportunity for the development of musical excellence.