Elektra News

Morna Edmundson Receives Order of Canada
December 18, 2024

Elektra is delighted to share that Artistic Director Dr Morna Edmundson has been appointed to the Order of Canada. The citation from the Advisory Council for the Order recognizes Morna as “an inspiring mentor whose innovative programming, commissioning, and community engagement have contributed a lasting legacy for the choral community,” that has “helped establish Vancouver’s national and worldwide reputation as a choral mecca.” Read full article...

Reintroducing Elektra: an Adult Treble Choir
September 13, 2024

Elektra Women's Choir is pleased to announce that, effective immediately, it is formally rebranding to Elektra. Elektra is excited that this change helps better express its mandate and commitment to inclusion while acknowledging its history of leadership in performing, exploring, and celebrating music for adult treble voices. Read full article...

A New Browsing Experience
September 13, 2024

Welcome to Elektra’s newly relaunched website! We're thrilled to unveil a fresh, modern design crafted by the talented web designer Jen Gfeller. The new elektra.ca is fully responsive, ensuring you can enjoy a seamless experience on any device, whether you're browsing on a phone, tablet, or desktop. Read full article...

Seeking Artistic Director
August 14, 2024

About Elektra

Co-founded in 1987 by Morna Edmundson and Diane Loomer, the 45-voice volunteer chorus has been under the leadership of Artistic Director Morna Edmundson since 2009. The choir has a strong reputation for the elevation of the artistry and repertoire of adult treble choirs, and its passionate realization of this has been its trademark on the world stage. Elektra has commissioned over 120 works in its 37-year history and has released 17 CDs, many featuring first recordings of Canadian works. Read full article...

A Season of Change
May 1, 2024

Elektra Unveils Morna Edmundson's Farewell Season

With gratitude, Elektra Women’s Choir unveils A Season of Change, a joyful season marking Morna Edmundson‘s final year as Artistic Director. Morna’s exceptional 38-year leadership will be celebrated in a season of engaging performances showcasing the rich trove of Elektra’s many Canadian commissions alongside premieres of new works by Laura HawleyCassie Luftspring, and Tawnie Olson. Read full article...