Join Us

Looking for a musical home in southern Vermont? Ready for a warm and welcoming community? Want to sing, laugh, cry, and feel the supreme joy that comes from voices joined in song? Brattleboro Harmonia may be right for you.

If you are at least 10 years of age, identify as female or non-binary, and have a vocal range that comfortably includes the A in the middle of the treble staff, you qualify!

PLAY “A”


“Singing has the ability to instantly transport me to a place of spiritual bliss. Sharing this with 80 to 100 other women, who are also singing from their hearts, is just as about as good as life gets!”
-Paula

What you need . . .

  • A desire to sing with others
  • A commitment to attend regular rehearsals and practice in between (please don’t miss more than two rehearsals)
  • A sense of humor (while this is technically optional, it sure helps!)
  • A registration fee (although scholarships are available)

What you DON’T need . . .

  • Previous singing experience (BH welcomes all levels)
  • The ability to read music (we learn music by ear)
  • An audition 
  • To sing in the live concerts (performances are optional)
  • Fancy or expensive concert-wear  
  • Your elementary school music teacher’s approval

Rehearsals

We begin with vocal warm ups and stretching. Next we work on beautiful and uplifting songs chosen by our musical director. Singers learn all music aurally – that is, entirely by listen and repeat. We do not use music in our concerts, so words and music are memorized. Singers practice independently between sessions with the help of provided online resources. These include sound tracks, lyrics, and sometimes sheet music. 

The Music

The musical program features an eclectic mix from around the world, songs that are both spirited and spiritual. Many pieces involve 3 to 5-part harmonies, while others are rounds. We often include instrumental performances by local guest musicians. 

Listen to some samples from our CD ->

The Music

The musical program features an eclectic mix from around the world, songs that are both spirited and spiritual. Many pieces involve 3 to 5-part harmonies, while others are rounds. We often include instrumental performances by local guest musicians. 

Listen to some samples from our CD

Fees

Fees are used for staff, facilities, music licenses, musicians, and other incidental costs. The fee per semester for in-person rehearsals is on a sliding scale of $85-$180 ($160 being the “true cost”). BH also provides financial assistance to make singing accessible to all.

This was my first season [with BH] and the concert was the most joyous in my 15+ years of choral singing…” – Joan

Spring 2026 Rehearsal Options

SPRING 2026: Weekly Rehearsals begin March 5 (which is open to new singers)

Choose ONE Rehearsal

Thursday mornings 10-12

Brattleboro Music Center
Relaxed singing

Thursday evenings
6:30-8:30

First Congregational Church,
West Brattleboro
Concert Prep – these rehearsals are mandatory for concert singers

ABOUT SPRING REHEARSALS

Our first rehearsal will be an Open Rehearsal for new singers on March 5 with weekl y rehearsals following until our concert on Mother’s Day May 10. Those who plan to sing in the concerts will be required to attend evening rehearsals, and listen and practice between rehearsals. Switching back and forth between rehearsals is NOT available this spring.

How to Register

Registration is done online using the links below. Though written to returning singers, it is helpful to read the registration letter (green button above) before enrolling. If you would like a paper version of the registration or financial aid forms, just print out the last two pages of the letter and mail them with payment to:

Brattleboro Harmonia
P.O. Box 2591 Brattleboro, VT 05303

RETURNING SINGERS

Get ready for a very
special 30th Anniversary session!

Our next session begins with an
Open Rehearsal on
March 5

(for all singers, new and returning)

Can’t sing this term but want to support Brattleboro Harmonia?

NEW SINGERS

Ready to join? Great!

Our next session begins with an Open Rehearsal on March 5

We will kick off the spring with an open rehearsal for new singers to check out on March 5. Registration starts in February.

Or use the green button for returning singers to register for the entire session!

We can’t wait to meet you!