About the ECSC
Led by Music Director Dr. Daniel McDavitt, the ECSC is the only symphony chorus in Connecticut, and an integral part of ECSO’s mission to inspire, educate, and connect our communities. The 80 person auditioned group connects people in a unique and powerful way ranging from high school to octogenarians. When communities seek unity, whether in celebration or mourning, they always seem to turn to singing to draw people to one another.
ECSC is that this connection happens every week. We sing some of the most monumental and inspiring music ever written, from requiems, masses, symphonies, and beyond. But the most impactful part is how the music unites us an an ensemble, and then unites us with Toshi and the symphony musicians, and then finally, with the audience.
Upcoming Concerts:
Radiant Dawn
Saturday, November 7th, 7:30PM
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Join us for our November Concert Radiant Dawn featuring the Eastern CT Symphony Orchestra and guest ensemble Ledyard High School Chamber Choir (under the direction of Melanie Cometa) 🎶 — an evening of choral music that celebrates the voices of Eastern Connecticut and benefits the Haitian Health Foundation. 50% of all ticket sales go directly to HHF and helping their mission. Learn more about HHF at https://www.haitianhealthfoundation.org/
ECSC Messiah 2026
Saturday, December 19th, 7:30PM
Celebrate the holiday season with excerpts from Handel’s timeless masterpiece, and other works by Mendelssohn, Rutter, and McDavitt. This event gathers singers, orchestra, and audience to share a cherished holiday tradition and enrich Eastern Connecticut’s musical life. 🎶
We have outgrown Harkness Chapel, but this event will take place at nearby Palmer Auditorium– still on the Conn College campus. There is ample parking and many comfortable seats to choose from.
How to Join!
Love to sing? Contact us using the button below to learn more about how to become a member, rehearsal schedule, events, and volunteer opportunities. We would love to hear you!
Fall Auditions to come! Participants are expected to prepare a song of your own choice and bring an extra copy of their chosen song, as an accompanist will be provided. Rehearsals will be on Wednesday nights 7pm at Harkness Chapel in New London, CT.
Upcoming performance opportunity includes singing with the ECSO on the Garde Stage in our next season. If you wish to learn more about the chorus or want to donate, please contact ECSC President Ben Hayes at [email protected]
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