Chorus History
Formed in 1997, Con Brio is the realization of a
vision held by eight experienced choristers. Their goal is uncompromising
musical excellence in an auditioned, amateur chamber choir. Con Brio now numbers
close to 50* auditioned and highly motivated singers from Branford to
Glastonbury to Groton and beyond.
Attracting both professional musicians and enthusiastic amateurs alike, many of
Con Brio's members sing or have sung with other choruses including Concora, Hartford
Chorale, The New Haven Chorale, Pro Arte Festival Chorus, Oratorio Society of New York, the Gilbert and
Sullivan Society of Connecticut, Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra Chorus
and Cappella Cantorum.
In April 2007 Con Brio celebrated its 10th Anniversary at its Spring 2007 Concert. This featured the world premiere performance of 'Didn't It Rain' by Dr. Peter Bagley, which was specially commissioned by Con Brio to commemorate the occasion.
*The Board of Directors in conjunction with the Music Director has set an upper limit of 50 singing members.
Audio clips from recent performances may be downloaded from the Past Performances page.