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Portland Symphonic Girlchoir

Last updated Jun 2026

About

Founded in 1989, Portland Symphonic Girlchoir is a nationally recognized choral organization that provides vocal music education and performance experience for young singers across four progressive ensembles drawing from schools in the Portland metro and Southwest Washington. Singers rehearse weekly and perform locally, nationally, and internationally, with the program emphasizing collaboration over competition and a caring, inclusive community. Learn about auditions through the Join Us page.

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Youth

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Youth under 18

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