The Core

As our Easter gift to you, our patrons and followers, we are sharing the Feb. 22 concert in its entirety. Click the link below to view it on YouTube. The program order is listed in the video description. Feel free to sing along, then “Like” and share.

https://youtu.be/D_wYdV52q1k?si=B5NSbnnlO7YGD1mB

Look how happy these CORE choir members are!

Did you know that singing for an hour can trigger a significant reduction in stress hormones, and boost the body's ability to fight serious illness?(1)

Just listening to music can enhance your mood, reduce pain, help improve memory, and light up your brain activity. (2) So attending the CORE concerts Is a definite health benefit. 😁

If you can read music and love to sing, why not consider joining the CORE this year? Not only will you make new friends, studies show that making music causes exponentially more brain activity than just listening. The way it lights up your overall brain activity is almost like fireworks exploding. (3)

Our next concert is Feb. 22. Our first rehearsal of 2026 is January 25. Send us a message here on Facebook or email for more info.

(See references for studies in the first comment.)

Thank you for your support of our 2025 season and for helping us share timeless choral music and classic congregational worship.

We can't do it without you.

As we approach the end of 2025, we would be honoured if you would consider a special gift to The CORE Celebration in your year-end charitable giving. Perhaps a sponsorship of one of these line items?

Rehearsal space $225/month
Speaker honoraria $600/year
Concert space $350/month
Music $550/year
Insurance $1,700/year

Whether you give at a concert, through monthly donations, or via a one-time gift of any amount, it is all so appreciated. Click this link to donate now by credit card, PayPal, or direct debit and receive a tax deductible receipt.

https://gcfcanada.com/ca/projects/core-celebration

Thank you!

Here’s a short excerpt of The CORE Choir singing “And the Glory of the Lord,” from the Messiah by G.F. Handel at “All is Calm, All is Bright” this past Sunday.

Video by Linda Wilson

And the Glory of the Lord by GF Handel (public domain) sung by The CORE Choir Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.