The Handel Society includes talented singers from across the Upper Valley and beyond who perform choral-orchestral masterworks. Founded in 1807, it is America’s first town-gown choral ensemble and provides transformative choral experiences for audiences and participants. Concerts have featured world-renowned soloists, guest artists, and professional orchestras, as well as world premieres and commissioned works. Auditions are held before each term and occasionally on a rolling basis.

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Location: Hanover, NH
Website: https://www.dartmouth.edu/handel/
FaceBook: Handel Society

Filippo Ciabatti is Director of the Handel Society of Dartmouth College. A native of Florence, Italy, he also serves as the Music Director of the Dartmouth Symphony Orchestra and the Dartmouth Glee Club. He is the co-founder of the Dartmouth Opera Lab and has guest-conducted across Europe and the Americas.

Erma Mellinger, Assistant Director and Vocal Coach, is a Lecturer in Music at Dartmouth College, who earned her Bachelor of Music degree from Northwestern University and her Master of Music degree from the Eastman School of Music. A professional singer, she has performed leading roles with many of the country’s major opera companies.