Rogue Valley Chorale Association

05/06/2026

URGENT: The Future of Music in the Rogue Valley is on the Line

Currently, the arts ecosystem in Southern Oregon faces an unprecedented threat. As many of you know, Southern Oregon University is dealing with a serious financial crisis. To obtain emergency state funding, an outside consulting firm has recommended up to $20 million in large-scale cuts across the university. Among the programs on the chopping block? The SOU Music Department.

I cannot emphasize enough how devastating this loss would be to our region. The SOU Music Department is more than just a campus program; it is the vital core of our local arts scene. It trains the music educators who teach our children, nurtures performers who appear on our community stages, and supplies the artistic energy that makes the Rogue Valley so lively and vibrant.

Sunsetting this program will not only damage SOU’s reputation—its effects will reach far beyond the campus and permanently alter our community's cultural landscape.
The SOU Board of Trustees is set to vote on this plan in just 48 hours, on Friday, May 8. We cannot stay on the sidelines. We need to be part of the solution and press the Board to imagine a future for SOU that includes the arts.
Here is how you can help right now:

· ATTEND THE TOWN HALL TONIGHT: Join us tonight (Wednesday, May 6) from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Medford Public Library for a community forum moderated by John Frohnmayer. Show up and voice your support. Jerron Jorgensen will be there at 7:00 PM to lead SOU choir students in a powerful rendition of "Will the Circle Be Unbroken.” Let's fill the room.
· WRITE TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES: They don't need more financial data; they need to hear about the human impact. Write a personal plea to the board before Friday’s vote. Share what local music, the Chorale, and SOU's artistic presence have meant to your life and your family. They need to face the reality of what will be lost.

When we cut music education, we lose the spaces where our youth learn teamwork, problem-solving, and true confidence. Let’s unite to keep music alive.

Brad Nelson, Executive Director
Rogue Valley Choral Association

04/12/2026

We hope you can join us for the final concert today at 3pm. Tickets are still available. Make sure you stop by the box office first before walking next door to the recital hall. It is a fantastic concert!

You won't be disappointed.

We have one more performance tomorrow, Sunday April 12th at 3pm.

Rogue Valley Chorale Association and Southern Oregon University Choirs Master Voices Series presents American Masterpieces at the SOU Recital Hall

04/07/2026

Thanks, KOBI-TV NBC5, for a great interview. Looking forward to a fantastic concert weekend. Tickets are still available at: https://sou.universitytickets.com/w/

ASHLAND, Ore — In its 53rd season, the Rogue Valley Chorale is teaming up with three SOU choirs to present the second installment in their Master Voices Series: “American Masterpieces.” SOU Music Department Chair and RV Chorale Music Director Dr. Jerron Jorgensen joined Maximus on Sunrise this...

03/10/2026

Does your student love to sing? Join one of our three youth choruses for our final session. 3rd grade - 12th grade. Email address on the flyer for more information. Rehearsals are each Thursday beginning Thursday, March 12th (no rehearsals during Spring Break week, March 26th). The session ends with a concert on May 16th.

03/07/2026

Join us today at Oakdale Middle School at 2pm for our Beauty in Nature Youth Chorus Concert!

And if you love to sing, our new session begins March 12th with rehearsals for 3rd grade through 12th grade. DM for more information!

12/19/2025

If you joined us for our "Home for the Holidays" concerts, you felt it—the incredible power of 190 neighbors, from 3rd graders to seasoned adults, lifting their voices together. 🎶

For over 50 years, the Rogue Valley Choral Association has been the heartbeat of music in our valley. It’s a legacy started by Lynn and Doris Sjolund, and one we are fighting to protect.

But the reality behind the beautiful music is harsh right now. Rising venue costs and expenses are straining our budget.

❤️ Our Promise: We believe financial hardship should never silence a singer. This season, thanks to donors like you, we provided full tuition assistance to 24 singers (12 youth and 12 adults) so they could stay in the choir.

We need your help to keep that door open in 2026.

Before the year ends on December 31, will you make a tax-deductible gift to keep the Rogue Valley singing?

🎁 $300 sponsors an entire season for a youth student (tuition + wardrobe). 🎁 $150 helps offset music costs for the season.

Every dollar keeps the music playing.

👉 DONATE HERE: https://app.donorview.com/nvD76

12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday, treat yourself AND support local music!
The Rogue Valley Choral Association is selling See’s Candy to help fund scholarships, music, venues, and more—for singers from 3rd grade through adulthood!
Every sweet purchase supports song, community, and connection in the Rogue Valley.
🎁 Order now & ship to friends (or yourself!) Combine orders to save on shipping!
👉 https://www.yumraising.com/store/all-year-2025-rogue-valley-youth-choruses-8847/SepFlo35028

12/02/2025

🎶 Home for the Holidays – Important Ticket Info! 🎄

Our concerts are this weekend — 3pm on Dec 6 & 7 at the Craterian Theater — and we want to make sure everyone gets the correct ticket prices and purchases from the only authorized seller.

Please ONLY purchase tickets through the official Craterian website:
👉 https://craterian.org/event/home-for-the-holidays/
🎟 Correct Prices:
• $25 Adults
• $10 Students
• + $4 Craterian fee per ticket (Craterian proccessing fee)
There are several scam/third-party sites listing our concert at inflated prices. If it isn’t from the Craterian, it’s not authorized.
Help us spread the word — and we’ll see you this weekend for a beautiful holiday concert! 🎄✨

Join the Rogue Valley Choral Association for the third annual Home for the Holidays concert, featuring all four RVCA ensembles in a festive celebration of the season. After the success of last…

11/28/2025

One of RVCA’s four Music Directors, Dr. Jerron Jorgensen, had the joy of sitting down with Emily Storm of KOBI-TV NBC5 this morning and share the good news of next weekend’s “Home for the Holidays” concerts. This one-of-kind concert featuring all four of our choruses is the sure thing to brighten your season and thanks to our friends over at NBC5, we’re hosting a giveaway to give a family of four free tickets to join us! More info available in the link. Hope to see you and your family there to share in the holiday cheer!

DOWNTOWN MEDFORD, Ore — Over 180 singers from four separate choirs will come together onstage at the Craterian Theater the first weekend of December for the Rogue Valley Choral Association’s 3rd annual Home for the Holidays: Songs for the Season presentation. Music director, Dr. Jerron Jorgensen...

11/25/2025

The holiday season kicks off with the Rogue Valley Choral Association's Home for the Holidays - Songs for the Season annual concert at the Craterian Theater. Join us for a family-friendly event with songs, hot chocolate, crafts for kids, and even a visit from a friend from the North Pole! Our 180+ singers from all four of our choirs take the stage to get us all in the holiday spirit.

December 6th and 7th at 3pm
Tickets available at: https://craterian.org/event/home-for-the-holidays/
$25 for adults / $10 Students
(Please note that the Craterian charges $4 per ticket)

11/22/2025

It’s wonderful to see the Rogue Valley Choral Association and our upcoming “Home for the Holidays” included amongst many wonderful organizations around the state in the Oregon ArtsWatch’s spotlight on the season!

Gratitude and love, comfort and joy, and all the Messiahs.