Download our 2025-2026 Season Guide
for information about choir registration, fees, season concerts and our Artistic Team
Diana Clark, Artistic Director
Will de Sousa, Artistic Director
PAST CONCERTS
Sunday, October 26, 2025 | 3pm
Norman Foote and The Howl Musical Masquerade
Wonderful songs, an animated choir of howlers and Norman’s engaging connection with the audience make this concert a Halloween treat for all. Everyone gets into the spirit of this colourful tradition. Light-heartedness and creative costumes are welcome. Norman Foote is originally from Squamish and lives in North Vancouver.
He’s travelled throughout the world with his special brand of music and comedy. His musicality is like no other, mixing clever hooks, witty wordplay and humour to great effect. His accolades include a Juno, four WCMA awards, Parents’ Choice gold awards, and others. He spreads joy and creativity through his songs, stories and innovative props. This year, Norman released his 10th album called “Shoe-fly.”
Joining Norman will be singers from Coastal Sound, Blakeburn School and Fairview School.
Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way Coquitlam
Friday, November 28, 2025 | 7:30pm
Nightfall with Tides
Join Coastal Sound’s Tides for Nightfall, as they explore different facets of what the end of day brings – the warmth of community in a gathering of friends, the imagination and creativity in the sharing of stories, and the stillness that allows us to reflect on the world around us. With works by Katerina Gimon, Eric William Barnum, Andrea Ramsey, and more, you won’t want to miss it!
Will de Sousa, conductor; Elise Heard, piano
New Westminster Christian Reformed Church (NWCRC), 8255 13th, Burnaby
Sunday, December 7, 2025 | 4pm and 7:30pm
Winter Song
Nothing says “Winter” like the joyful sound of voices raised in song!
Music has a magical way of bringing people together — lifting spirits, sparking hope, and wrapping us in the warmth of the season.
Join us for a heartwarming, family-friendly concert experience filled with beautiful melodies, playful moments, and festive cheer. Delight in the charm of young performers at 4pm, and be moved by the powerful harmonies of the Coastal Sound Youth Choir and DeCoro at 7:30pm.You can even raise your own voice in an exuberant holiday sing-along.
Come for the music, and step into the joyful spirit of winter!
Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way Coquitlam
4pm show with Sources, Kids, Junior and Children’s Choirs
7:30 show with Coastal Sound Children’s, Teen & Youth Choirs, DeCoro and Tides
Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 7:30pm
Northern Lights with Coastal Sound Youth Choir
Join the Coastal Sound Youth Choir for Northern Lights, as they perform music that captures the glow of starlight, the awe of the aurora borealis, and the stillness of falling snow. With works by Ēriks Ešenvalds, Don Macdonald, Elaine Hagenberg, and more, it is sure to be a night filled with beauty and hope!
Will de Sousa, conductor; Sylvia Nam, piano
New Westminster Christian Reformed Church, 8255 13th Ave, Burnaby
Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 4pm
Kitchen Party with Coastal Sound Family of Choirs
We’re throwing a West Coast Kitchen Party! It’s a great big sing-along, Coastal Sound style, featuring the entire Family of Choirs, small to tall. Like any good Kitchen Party, there will be a well-known mix of songs from folk and pop traditions. Take home our songbook to start your OWN Kitchen Party tradition with your family! Join us: clap, tap and sing along!
Chandos Pattison Auditorium, 10238 168 St, Surrey
Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 7:30pm
Folk Tales with Coastal Sound Youth Choir and Tides
This program will explore folk songs from all around the world!
Shaughnessy Heights United, 1550 W 33rd Ave, Vancouver
Friday, May 8, 2026 | 7:30pm
National Youth Choir of Canada with Coastal Sound Youth Choir and Tides
This will be the only chance in Metro Vancouver to hear the 2026 National Youth Choir of Canada, under the direction of Dr. Julia Davids, before they head to Vancouver Island for their tour.
The National Youth Choir of Canada (NYCC) is a project of Choral Canada, and is one of Canada’s finest youth choirs. It is a one-of-a-kind professional development opportunity for some of Canada’s best emerging choral singers. Truly national in scope, the prestigious choir is made up of singers between the ages of 19 and 26 who audition from across the country every two years.
Learn more about NYCC: www.nycc.ca
NWCRC, 8255 13th, Burnaby
Sunday, June 7, 2026 | 4pm and 7:30pm
Ripple
Featuring the Coastal Sound Family of Choirs in two different performances.
Like a single drop in still water, a song can send ripples of hope, joy, and connection far and wide. Join our choirs for uplifting music that celebrates the power of small acts to make a big difference. From tender beginnings to powerful waves of sound, this concert will move hearts of all ages.
Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way Coquitlam
Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 7:30pm
Daybreak with Tides
This program will explore songs of the morning, from the simple beauty of light returning, to the energy and renewal that a new day brings.
NWCRC, 8255 13th, Burnaby
Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 7:30pm
I Am of the Wind with Coastal Sound Youth Choir
This program will explore the powerful impact of our actions on the people and world around us.
NWCRC, 8255 13th, Burnaby