Tucson Girls Chorus

The Tucson Girls Chorus was founded in 1984 by Margie Kersey, who had been working as a music teacher since 1965. The initial call for auditions attracted 63 girls, and the first concert took place in spring 1985. By 1986, choirs were performing at local events such as the Tucson Rodeo Parade and Christmas tree lighting ceremonies. The Tucson Girls Chorus is a member of the Arizona Choral Arts Association. ==Personnel==

The Tucson Girls Chorus was originally geared to girls in grades 2 through 8, but by 2003 had broadened its membership to encompass girls ages 6 to 18. Girls are divided into the following choirs: In 2013–2014, the organization inaugurated four satellite choirs to service girls in low-income communities. These are located in Downtown Tucson, Sahuarita, Green Valley, and on the Pascua Yaqui Reservation. Called Engagement Choirs, they offer lower tuition rates and the opportunity for rehearsals closer to home. ==Leadership==

• Margie Kersey (1985–2005) • Marcela Molina (2006–present) ==Awards and honors==

In 2017, the Tucson Girls Chorus received the Copper Cactus Award from the Tucson Metro Chamber of Commerce. ==Discography==

The Tucson Girls Chorus has produced these CDs: • Winter Waves (2015) • Transcendent Voices (2012) • Homeward Bound (2002) • United Kingdom Tour (1999) ==See also==