Accessibility and inclusion are important to Calliope. Our membership represents a range of identities, ages, and backgrounds. Provided that each member is able to contribute artistically, and feel comfortable singing in a treble range, they are welcome. For those who would like to participate without singing, there are many important volunteer roles available.

Physical Accessibility

We work to achieve physical accessibility for both our chorus and audience members. For members, we hold rehearsals in wheelchair accessible locations and provide stools, music stands and other supports as needed.  While masks are not currently required at rehearsals, many members wear them. See our COVID Policy for more information.

Part tracks are available and it is not an expectation that members are able to read musical notation. We hold small group/sectional rehearsals to help members learn music.

For audiences, we make our performances physically accessible by using wheelchair accessible concert venues and providing large-print programs.

Economic Accessibility

We make Calliope economically accessible as well for members by accepting volunteer hours in lieu of regular dues, which are $30/month or $300/year. Members can arrange for this by contacting a board member. No one is turned away for inability to pay.

For audiences, our performances are designed to be affordable and inclusive for our community. At our fall and spring concerts, reduced priced admission is available for students, seniors and low-income persons. Most of our outreach performances are free.

Other Accessibility Considerations

Engagement and access looks different for everyone. Members are encouraged to participate in rehearsals in ways that are accessible to them (ex: getting up to stretch, stimming, taking breaks).

We also work to increase accessibility by providing detailed information about what auditions, rehearsals, expectations, and other parameters of membership look like. More detailed information about the above can be found on our FAQ page.

Feedback and Contact Information

It is our goal to make Calliope open and accessible and welcome all who join us in singing with excellence and pride. If you have questions about accessibility, please contact us at board@calliopewomenschorus.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity Notice:   Calliope Women’s Chorus will provide employment and enforce employment policies and procedures without regard to race, age, color, creed, religion, national origin, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, status in regard to public assistance, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.