Our History

It all began in the summer of 2006 with the founding of what would become Memphis Men’s Chorale (MMC) under the original name “12 Good Men”. The group focused exclusively on the Tenor/Bass vocal parts. As the number of singers grew, it became obvious that the name “12 Good Men” was no longer appropriate and the group was renamed “Memphis Men’s Chorale”. In May of 2008, Memphis Men’s Chorale registered with the State of Tennessee as a 501(c)3, a not-for-profit corporation.

In the Fall of 2012, Memphis Women’s Chorale was founded. This group focused solely on the Soprano and Alto voice part. The first concert with Memphis Men’s and Women’s Chorales was in April of 2013 at Grace St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. The addition of soprano and alto voices to tenor and bass voices brought depth and opened-up even more great music, including full chorus SATB.

Memphis ChoralArts was born. The “doing business as” was officially added and the two separate groups joined under the banner of Memphis ChoralArts.

Under the leadership of our current Artistic Director, Dr. Ryan Fisher, the decision was made to add children’s and youth chorales. Memphis Children’s Chorale joined MCA in the Spring of 2018. Later that same year, Memphis Youth Chorale became part of the family. Memphis ChoralArts offers an opportunity for someone to “Sing for Life”.

In 2019, we officially became Memphis ChoralArts.

For music lovers across the Greater Memphis Area who want to experience wonderful choral music in differing genres, we provide access to musical art for all ages that crosses generational, cultural, and demographic segments. Unlike other community choirs, who focus on one genre or style of music, Memphis ChoralArts (MCA) performs works ranging from classic pieces to the eclectic. The four chorales that make-up MCA - Memphis Men’s Chorale, Memphis Women’s Chorale, Memphis Youth Chorale, and Memphis Children’s Chorale - whether performing separately or together, provide Mid-South music lovers with a wide-ranging and inclusive experience they will not soon forget. We are the definition of Memphis Choral Artistry.