2024-2025 Season

starts on October 18th at The Gaillard Center

Our Mission

The mission of the Charleston Symphony Chorus is to promote enjoyment and appreciation of choral music in the South Carolina Lowcountry.
We do this through performance of a diverse choral repertoire, presented in concerts of the highest standard of musical excellence, and programs that seek to nurture and educate future singers and audiences alike.

Annual Events

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Masterworks with the CSO

The Masterworks series feature great classical and orchestral pieces from popular composers from around the world.

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Holy City Messiah

Every December, at three different area churches, the CSO Chamber Choir performs along with the CSO and four guest soloists Handel’s most popular and glorious oratorio, “Messiah”.

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Holiday Pops

Festive fun for the whole family! This large-scale seasonal celebration features a variety of holiday-inspired music, beloved holiday pop classics and many more sing-along favorites.

Meet the Director

Nicholas Quardokus

After 25 dedicated years, Dr. Robert Taylor has retired as our Artistic Director. Beginning with the 2024-25 season, Nicholas Quardokus is the newly appointed Artistic Director of the Charleston Symphony Chorus. Nicholas is also the Canon Organist and Director of Music at Grace Church Cathedral.