A Note from Our President

Welcome! My name is Rick Eisenhart, and I’ve been a member of the Chorale since 2002. I am honored to serve as the current Board President, and proud to say that we are the premier mixed-voice choral ensemble in the Coachella Valley. Please explore our website to learn more about who we are, both musically and organizationally, as we prepare for our 33rd season.

Our concert programs feature choral masterworks from centuries past alongside contemporary compositions, familiar folk tunes, sacred hymns, Broadway favorites, pop songs, and more. Whether performing a beloved classical work or bouncing through a toe-tapping pop tune, we strive to create programs that offer something for everyone who appreciates the beauty and connection of great choral music.

This season, we are delighted to welcome Michael Kirk Cundari as our new Artistic Director. Michael brings extensive conducting experience, including appearances at Carnegie Hall and renowned concert venues throughout Europe. We look forward to this exciting new chapter under his artistic leadership, as his passion, creativity, and musicianship are already inspiring singers and audiences alike.

Choral singing, especially in a mixed-voice ensemble like ours, creates unique harmonies and a beautifully blended sound capable of evoking a wide spectrum of feeling ranging from quiet introspection to overwhelming joy, often in ways that words alone cannot. Our commitment is to artistic excellence and inclusive programming that brings people together through the love of this music.

I invite you to experience the joy of live choral music at a California Desert Chorale performance this season.

Rick Eisenhart

President