The Tucson Symphony Orchestra Chorus is a volunteer ensemble under the direction of Dr. Marcela Molina.

The Tucson Symphony Orchestra Chorus was founded by Bruce Chamberlain in 2003. Since then, the Chorus has given critically acclaimed performances of Handel’s Messiah, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 and Missa Solemnis, Mozart and Brahm’s Requiems, Bernstein’s Symphony No. 3, “Kaddish” and Orff’s Carmina Burana.

The Chorus returned to the stage in the 2022-23 season with two interim co-directors, Drs. Marcela Molina and Ben Hansen, and performed the much-anticipated Beethoven’s Ninth and Mahler’s “Resurrection,” as well as Handel’s Messiah and holiday selections.

The Chorus performs annually with the TSO on multiple performances, ranging from small to large scale.

Meet Our Chorus Director

Dr. Marcela Molina, Director

Dr. Marcela Molina has been affiliated with the Tucson Girls Chorus since 2006, first serving as Artistic Director and taking the helm as Executive Director in 2011. Under Dr. Molina’s guidance, the Tucson Girls Chorus has grown significantly in program and community engagement.

Born in Bogotá, Colombia, Dr. Molina holds degrees from Westminster Choir College and the University of Arizona. She has contributed articles to Antiphon, Teaching through Performance in Choir, Volume 2, and was a contributor for the book Choral Reflections: Insights from American Choral Conductor-Teachers. She was named 2019 Choral Director of the Year by AzACDA, and often serves as a clinician and guest conductor for choral festivals. Dr. Molina has served on the AzACDA board and standing committees for the ACDA Western Division. She currently serves on the board of Chorus America.