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Upcoming Performances

August 30, 2025 – An American Civil War MemorialAn oratorio composed by Dr. Michael James Karasis

  • 3:00PM – Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, Elmhurst

December 6, 2025 – Handel’s Messiah

  • 7:00PM – Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Schaumburg

December 14, 2025 – Handel’s Messiah

  • 3:00PM – Hammerschmidt Chapel, Elmhurst University

May 30, 2026 – Carmina Burana

  • Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church

Bring the Joy of Live Caroling to Your Winter Event!

Looking to add a musical touch to your holiday gathering? Our Chamber Singers are now accepting requests for caroling performances at winter events throughout the season.

Whether you’re planning a community festival, corporate celebration, private party, or tree lighting ceremony, our talented vocalists bring warmth and charm with a repertoire of beloved holiday classics and choral favorites. Performances can be tailored to suit a variety of settings—from intimate indoor venues to festive outdoor markets.

Interested in booking the Elmhurst Choral Union Chamber Singers?

Please fill out our request form and we will get back to you with information on dates, repertoire, and pricing. Early inquiries are encouraged, as dates fill quickly!

Let us help make your winter event unforgettable!

About Us

Elmhurst Choral Union is an auditioned volunteer chorus, singing with a professional orchestra and soloists, performing classical masterworks and great choral music of all eras. We are located in Elmhurst, IL, a western suburb of Chicago.

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Concert Video Clips

Brahms: A German Requiem performed on April 26, 2024

Video recording copyright Elmhurst Choral Union, 2024. Used with permission. Recorded by ElmhurstTV.

Our Next Performance

An American Civil War Memorial – An Oratorio by Dr. Michael James Karasis

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 3:00PM

In recognition of the 160th anniversary of the end of the American Civil War, the
Elmhurst Choral Union is proud to perform An American Civil War Memorial, an oratorio composed by Dr. Michael James Karasis under the musical direction of Scott Uddenberg. This work commemorates an important time in American history.

The piece will be narrated by Wesley Truman Daniel, great-grandson of President Harry S. Truman, and will feature four soloists, a professional orchestra, and a projection of various paintings, drawings, and photographs depicting perspectives from both sides of the conflict. It is sure to be a memorable experience.

Dr. Karasis is an Illinois-based composer and violinist with an extensive musical resume. His compositions range from large-scale works—classical symphonies, concerti for stringed instruments and piano, and oratorios—to string quartets, sonatas, and chamber pieces.

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