Meet Myriad Ensemble
Myriad Ensemble is a vibrant upper-voice choir based in Burlington, Ontario, under the leadership of Elise Naccarato. Renowned for their vocal excellence and innovative performances, the ensemble is dedicated to inspiring audiences through the art of choral music by highlighting works by female and emerging composers, Their repertoire spans works by Burlington native and Composer-in-Residence Katerina Gimon, medieval visionary Hildegard von Bingen, and female composers throughout the centuries..
Founded in 2017 with a debut performance alongside the Burlington Symphony Orchestra, Myriad quickly established itself as a vital presence in the local and broader choral community. The ensemble’s incorporation as a registered non-profit charitable organization in 2020 marked a significant step in their mission to enrich the cultural life of their community. Their dedication and artistry were recognized internationally in 2022 when they achieved top honours at the World Choir Festival, becoming the only North American choir to rank among the top ten overall. This momentum carried into 2024, when they were invited to perform at PODIUM, Canada’s prestigious biennial choral conference, an opportunity to share their music with choral enthusiasts from across the nation. Committed to collaboration, Myriad regularly joins forces with other choirs and orchestras, using their music not only to entertain but to support meaningful community causes.
Beyond live performances, Myriad creates dynamic and impactful choral video content. A significant highlight is their innovative video series for Unsung: If the Earth Could Sing by Katerina Gimon, an SSAA choral song cycle exploring themes of environmental stewardship. Other notable projects include Singkap Siaga by Dr. Tracy Wong, which has garnered over 10,000 views on YouTube, and Hands by Jocelyn Hagen, a virtual collaboration involving six choirs from five Canadian provinces.
Today, Myriad Ensemble continues to share their passion for music through live and virtual performances, captivating audiences in the Greater Toronto Area and beyond.
OUR MANDATE
To raise the voices of women through the collaboration, exploration, and performance of women’s choral repertoire.
OUR VISION
To cultivate connectivity through the art of women’s choral music
OUR Mission
To inspire and lead in the choral art by amplifying women’s voices through community, vocal excellence, and innovative programming
Organizational Pillars
Artistic Innovation
Collaborate and commission new music with a focus on female and Canadian composers
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Craft programs that are diverse, socially relevant, and challenge expectations
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Push boundaries of the traditional use of the human voice
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Explore non-traditional performance venues