Welcome

Our Herstory

The Denver Feminist Chorus (DFC) is a multigenerational treble chorus dedicated to musical excellence, building community, and advocating for social justice. DFC owes its existence to a group of brave lesbian singers who risked their livelihoods in 1984 to form a chorus that became both a safe place for its members and an outlet for musical expression. In the beginning, many singers did not allow their names to be printed in programs due to concerns they would face discrimination. Many feared for their jobs. Despite the obstacles they faced, they traveled to perform in New York and Washington D.C., joined in actions for social justice, and became the first treble chorus to perform at a GALA Choruses festival.

Today, the Denver Feminist Chorus is proud to be a trans- and nonbinary-inclusive chorus and is comprised of LGBTQAI+ singers and many dedicated allies. DFC embraces diversity, equity, and intersectional feminism. With 200 united voices, DFC strives to promote social change through the music they create for each other and for their audiences throughout the greater Denver area. They have shared songs at marches, churches, libraries, and museums as well as Red Rocks Amphitheatre and the Colorado State Capitol. They have collaborated with local nonprofit organizations, including OneColorado, League of Women Voters, Safehouse Denver, and Mile High Freedom Band, and have performed alongside Emma’s Revolution, Suzanne Westenhoefer, and Cris Williamson. 

In recent years, DWC presented the Colorado premiere of Lifting As We Climb, a commissioned work by renowned composer Joan Szymko in honor of the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment,  #lovewins, a concert event rejoicing in the rights of all people to love who they love and acknowledging the importance of protecting these rights, and My Body, My Voice, raising their voices in support of bodily autonomy and reproductive rights!

Take Note! is the select auditioned ensemble of the Denver Feminist Chorus. Take Note! specializes in a cappella music and is comprised of 18-20  treble voices. Their repertoire includes pop and choral works and original a cappella arrangements. The ensemble provides vital outreach and community collaborations through their numerous performances per concert season. These talented singers lend their voices to partner with other nonprofit organizations and causes, build community relationships and promote DFC performances. They can also be booked for private events. Formed in 1985, Take Note! has been performing for concert and community audiences for more than 30 years.

For more information and to book Take Note!, contact us here.

Hannah Kimball

Interim Artistic Director

Hannah Kimball is very excited to be stepping into the role of Interim Artistic Director of the Denver Feminist Chorus after serving as the Assistant Artistic Director.  She is currently studying for her Master’s in Choral Conducting from the University of Denver. Hailing from Phoenix, Arizona, she has over five years of choral and music teaching experience at the Middle School level. She also served as the Artistic Director of the Phoenix Women’s Chorus for two years, and sang with the Phoenix Chorale for six years. She has travelled the world as a professional choral singer and has recording credits on multiple albums, including Sun, Moon, Stars, Rain by the Phoenix Chorale, and Peace and Reconciliation by the Sedona Academy of Chamber Singers. She earned her Bachelor’s in Music Education with a Choral Emphasis from Northern Arizona University, where she also participated in and directed the treble a cappella group, The Axecidentals. In her free time she enjoys roller-blading, reading, and crafting.

Emma Larson

Assistant Artistic Director

Emma Larson is a recent graduate with a Bachelor’s in Music Education from the University of Northern Colorado and works as a middle school choir teacher by day. Born and raised in the Denver area, she shares her love of music with communities across the Front Range. Emma believes music is more than just performance, it’s a powerful vessel for resilience, empowerment, and connection. She is thrilled to begin her journey with the Denver Feminist Chorus and looks forward to contributing to its invaluable mission.

Amelia Jane Haug

Director, Take Note!

Amelia Jane Haug is the Director of Take Note, the smaller acapella ensemble group for the Denver Feminist Chorus. They received their degree in music education with an emphasis in classical vocal technique at University of Northern Colorado. Amelia Jane earned the Greeley chorale conducting scholarship at the end of their degree with an expressive and exemplary conducting style. They have also been the stage manager for the opera program at UNC and have been working with Little Theatre of the Rockies doing stage management for various plays. They found themselves working in a local Greeley elementary school for the past two years working with over 500 students and starting the school’s first staff choir. In Amelia Jane’s free time they enjoy cooking, exploring new coffee shops, and walking their cat MaeBee.

Beth De Boer

Accompanist

Beth De Boer is proud to accompany the Denver Feminist Chorus. She has accompanied several ensembles in the Denver area, including the Cherry Creek Chorale and several adult and youth theatre productions. Beth is the staff accompanist at Castle View High School, where the choral program includes six choirs, and is the organist for a local church. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, hiking, motorcycling, and making music!

We celebrated our 35th year with Nevertheless, We Persist. This was a powerful and meaningful concert for our singers. Our audiences exceeded all our expectations in attendance and enthusiasm. Sharing that concert with you made it absolutely unforgettable. Thank you for persisting with us!