Apollo Chorus of Chicago is the oldest performing arts organization in Illinois, bringing together singers from all walks of life since 1872. The 2025-2026 season marks Apollo’s 154th year providing high-quality choral music to the Chicagoland area.
Apollo’s history is inextricably tied to the history of Chicago itself. Founded in the ashes of the Great Chicago Fire, Apollo was first known as the “Apollo Musical Club” and was an early staple in Chicago, performing at the Auditorium Theater in December 1889 and the dedication of Orchestra Hall in 1904. Another crowning achievement, Apollo performed at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition.
Apollo Chorus has appeared with a diverse array of artists and organizations, from Louis the Child at Lollapalooza to Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s Ravinia Festival. One of the most active presenters of contemporary choral music in the Midwest, Apollo Chorus has worked with Jeff Beal, Jeremy Beck, Eleanor Daley, Stacy Garrop, Stephen Paulus, and Eric Whitacre.
To learn more about Apollo Chorus of Chicago and celebrate our 150+ years of bringing music to life, visit apollochorus.org or follow us as @apollochorus on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Please note: Biographies are based on information provided to the CSOA by the artists or their representatives. More current information may be available on websites of the artists or their management.
