THE SOMERSET HILLS CHORUS
Shared voices. Shared purpose. Shared humanity.
Experience Bach’s Monumental Mass in B Minor
Celebrating 15 Years of Music in the Somerset Hills
Dear Friends of the Somerset Hills Chorus,
Join The Somerset Hills Chorus for a landmark celebration: our 15th anniversary concert featuring J.S. Bach’s Mass in B Minor — one of history’s greatest choral achievements, rarely heard in the Central New Jersey region due to its vast scope and artistic demands.
This special performance unites a chorus of 100 voices, the renowned Sebastian’s Baroque Orchestra, and our friends at the Harmonium Singers for an unforgettable afternoon of music that uplifts the soul and stirs the spirit.
Saturday, April 25, 2026
3:00–5:30 PM
St. Mary’s Church at Delbarton 230 Mendham Rd, Morristown, NJ 07960
Artistic Director, Stephen Sands
As the director of the Somerset Hills Chorus, I want to personally invite you to be part of something meaningful, joyful, and deeply human. Singing in a chorus is about more than just music—it’s about building community, sharing stories, and creating something beautiful together. Whether you’re an experienced singer or someone looking to reconnect with your musical side, you’ll find a welcoming and inspiring home with us.
At SHC, our mission is rooted in our tagline: Shared Voices. Shared Purpose. Shared Humanity. We believe that singing together fosters connection, understanding, and joy—and that choral music has the power to uplift not only those who sing it, but those who hear it. I hope you’ll consider joining us. Come share your voice, and let’s make something extraordinary together.
-Stephen Sands
About our Chorus
The Somerset Hills Chorus (SHC) is a community of passionate singers united by a belief in the power of music to connect, uplift, and inspire. As part of Music in the Somerset Hills, we bring together people of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels who share a love for choral singing and a commitment to building community through meaningful musical experiences. Open to anyone aged 14 and up, with or without experience, our model enables avocational singers to perform extraordinary repertoire alongside professionals.
Rooted in the heart of northern New Jersey, SHC performs a wide range of repertoire—from masterworks and contemporary compositions to beloved holiday traditions and innovative collaborations. We perform in historic and modern venues alike, and our performances are known for their warmth, energy, and artistic excellence.
Under the direction of Stephen Sands, SHC continues to grow as a musical home for both seasoned singers and those returning to music after time away. Rehearsals are welcoming and engaging, offering singers not only a chance to hone their craft, but also to form lasting friendships and contribute to a greater shared purpose.
Silver Screen: A Cinematic Choral Celebration - June 21, 2025 at The Pingry School's Hauser Auditorium
Duruflé Requiem - March 9, 2025, at the Presbyterian Church in Morristown, NJ
An Elizabethan Christmas - December 7, 2024, at S.W. Bowne Hall of Drew University.
Annelies - June 10, 2023, at the Crescent Avenue Presbyterian Church in Plainfield, NJ.
Annelies - June 11, 2023, at The Presbyterian Church in Morristown, NJ.
The Somerset Hills Chorus, Westminster Community Choir, & The LOTUS Project performing Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 with the NJ Capital Philharmonic Orchestra, October 2022.