THE SAN DIEGO CHORUS, an a cappella chorus of women singing 4-part harmony (barbershop style), is dedicated to local entertainment and international competition. With a highly trained and talented membership of women, since 1951 the chorus has earned more awards, medals and prizes than any local sports team. Dedicated to musical excellence and education, the San Diego Chorus is a two-time international champion, and holds a multitude of regional championship titles. In the Spring of 2014 San Diego Chorus joined the regional score 700 Club by scoring 708 pts.
Chartered
March 26, 1951
San Diego, CA
San Diego Chorus
RECENT PERFORMANCE
Dr. Dan Wessler
Director
Dr. Wessler brings a rare blend of academic distinction, international performance experience, and championship-level barbershop expertise. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts in Choral Conducting and Literature from the University of Colorado Boulder and a Master of Music in Choral Conducting from Western Illinois University.
Dr. Wessler is a choral conductor, educator, arranger, and barbershop musician currently serving as Musical and Artistic Director of the Westminster Chorus, one of the most celebrated ensembles in barbershop history. Under his leadership, Westminster continues its extraordinary legacy as the 2009 “Choir of the World” Pavarotti Trophy winner and a five-time Barbershop Harmony Society International Chorus Champion (2007, 2010, 2015, 2019, 2024).
CHORUS MANAGEMENT TEAM
Andrea Chertkow
Secretary
Lisa Ordonez
Performance Coordinator
Diane Thornewell
Finance Coordinator
Pam Murray
Team Coordinator
JoAnita Washburn
Membership Coordinator
Laurie Bokuniewicz
Event Coordinator
Awards
Regional
2025 Region 21 2nd Pl Chorus 2024 Sweet Adelines International 7th Place Chorus
Quartets