A Lifetime of Song

The Hudson Community Chorus (HCC) was founded in 1988 by Caroline (“Corky”) Buhler, a long‑time Hudson resident, and Frank Longstreth, a faculty member at Western Reserve Academy, to promote choral singing in the Hudson community. From its earliest days, the chorus has engaged professional artistic directors to ensure a high standard of musical excellence, supported by seed funding from generous local benefactors.

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Over the past 38 years, the chorus has presented two to three concerts annually, celebrating the seasons with both traditional repertoire and works by contemporary composers. Highlights include the Northeast Ohio premiere of Dan Forrest’s Jubilate Deo, performances of John Rutter’s Gloria and Magnificat, and selections from Bernstein’s Candide under the direction of the renowned Robert Page.

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The Hudson Community Youth Chorus (HCYC) was started in September 2014 as a treble ensemble for singers in grades 6–12 and has since grown into a mixed‑voice chorus that welcomes a wide range of developing voices. It continues to operate under the umbrella of the Hudson Community Chorus.

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The Hudson Community Children’s Chorus (H3C), founded in September 2015, serves singers in grades 3–5 from Hudson and the surrounding communities, offering foundational choral training and performance opportunities.

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Beginning in Fall 2026, HCC will further broaden its educational offerings with the introduction of the Hudson Community Primary Chorus (HCPC), a new ensemble for young singers in Kindergarten through 2nd grade. This group provides an inviting first step into choral music, nurturing early musicianship through playful exploration and age‑appropriate vocal development.

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The chorus remains committed to excellence, employing professional artistic staff to lead all ensembles. Organizational oversight is provided by a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors.