AVWC is a non-auditioned choir and we welcome women of all orientations and levels of ability. We take new members at our January and September open rehearsals.

Call our info line for details at (604) 669-0992 or send us an email for more information.

We rehearse every Thursday from 7:00-9:15 pm at Moberly Arts & Cultural Centre, 7647 Prince Albert Street, Vancouver, B.C.

Nicola Hamilton
Choral Director

A lifelong relationship with music beginning with childhood piano lessons has led to a varied career for Nicola Hamilton. After earning a certificate in voice and piano from Capilano College, she worked as a piano teacher and accompanist before taking the helm of the Vancouver Lesbian and Gay Choir in 2003.

In the years since, the choir has acquired renewed confidence, a fuller sound and more members, and has expanded its community outreach concerts to an ever-widening and enthusiastic audience. In 2007, Nicola joined AVWC as its director, delighted by the opportunity to work with another well-established, talented group within the close-knit Vancouver LGBT choral community.

Nicola’s approach to conducting focuses on ensuring that choir members can enjoy singing together and being together. Singers value the feeling of welcoming and community, and find that Nicola’s laid-back leadership style, patience and sense of humor contribute to making every rehearsal a positive experience.

Audience members appreciate performances because they can tell that the choir is having a good time making music within an atmosphere of inclusivity, safety and fun.

Nicola is constantly seeking new challenges and opportunities to grow as a musician. She served as founding Director of what is now the Lumina Coast Chorus, led a season of music at Beacon Unitarian Church, and served on the Board of Directors for the 2006 Canadian Unison.

As we embark on this musical journey together, Nicola brings her passion for choral music and her inspiring leadership style to the podium.