May 21, 2025 | Choral music, Choral Workshops, Concerts, General, In the News
A week ago, I had the absolute privilege of attending a 3-day workshop with my Ottawa Choir, The Stairwell Carollers, led by the incredibly talented, observant, and kind Gabe Lewis-O’Connor. To say this experience was transformative would be an understatement. ...
Feb 11, 2025 | General, In the News, Stairwellers
For the interest of other choir directors and singers here is the email that our director sent to everyone to welcome them to our new season. Hello to all of you who are joining the carollers for your first rehearsal. By now you’ve hopefully gotten a chance to...
Jan 18, 2025 | Auditions, General, In the News
You heard that right! Ottawa’s Premier a cappella chamber chorale, The Stairwell Carollers is looking for that perfect male tenor voice. Could it be you? If you live in the Ottawa/Outaouais region and are available to rehearse in person once a week on Wednesday...
Nov 16, 2024 | Choral music, Choral Music CDs and MP3s, Concerts, General, In the News, Stairwellers
Founded in 1977 by Pierre Massie, the Stairwell Carollers have become a fixture of Ottawa’s music scene, known for their nuanced interpretations of sacred and secular works. This year’s program features both beloved and lesser-known Christmas carols, some arranged by...
Nov 16, 2024 | Choral music, Concerts, General, Stairwellers
Kristy has been a Stairweller now for 2 years and this will be her 4th singing season. Her single sentence sums up feelings expressed by many of my fellow choristers in The Stairwell Carollers. Brand new to sing this 2024 Christmas season, Ronan – bass, Leah...