Rehearsals Postponed Due to Delta Variant

Friday, September 3, 2021 Dear PNC Choristers and Friends, It is with a decidedly heavy heart that I must inform you that in spite of our hopeful plan to resume rehearsals this month, we must once again postpone gathering to sing in person. Let me use these words from our beloved baritone, Doug Webste: With the Delta Variant being as virulent as it is, we are in the position of leadership in our community. Acting out of prudence and FORWARD thought, … Read More

Sankta Lucia Video Performance

Dear Friends of Portland Nordic Chorus, We miss seeing and singing with you at our concerts and long for the time when we can be together again safely in the same space. This holiday season we would like to share our first virtual choir performance with you as the celebration of Sankta Lucia is celebrated this coming Sunday, December 13. May Lucia remind us that the light will return, and may your homes be filled with light and warmth and love this … Read More

Vance R. Sele Retires

We Will MISS Vance Vance R. Sele, Artistic Director Emeritus A lifelong Oregonian with Minnesota Norwegian (a little Swedish) and Canadian (Icelandic) roots, Mr. Sele retired after 36 years as the High School Choral Director, Choral Teacher, and Guitar Teacher at Glencoe High School in Hillsboro, Oregon. He lives in Hillsboro with his wife Kyle where they enjoy working around the house on endless projects, and spending time with great friends. He is blessed with, and proud of two adult … Read More