The Burnt Hills Oratorio Society (BHOS) attracts from many communities across the Greater Capital Region between 60 and 90 passionate, devoted vocalists representing all age groups and vocations. Under the spirited direction of Rand Reeves, whose involvement with the organization as chorister, soloist, and director dates back to 1979, BHOS strives to present authentic performances of major choral works and discover challenging contemporary pieces.
Founded by Glenn E. Soellner in 1970, BHOS enjoys 501(c)(3)status as a not-for-profit organization. As with most performing arts groups, BHOS achieves the level of excellence we aim for only with the support and partnership of dedicated friends and neighbors in our communities. Part of our special character is that our choristers live and work in your communities, our kids play with yours, and we patronize your businesses! We feature local soloists and instrumentalists in our concerts, further enriching the artistic fabric of our environment.
From the Director
“I have been Music Director of the Burnt Hills Oratorio Society since 1990. However, my involvement with this organization, as a tenor soloist and sometime-chorister, dates back to the spring of 1979. That, in part, explains why my commitment to BHOS is so strong.
Over those years I have met within this group some of the nicest people and most loyal singers I have ever known. Our collective passion for performing fine choral works extends beyond just singing in rehearsals and concerts. It includes volunteering the time and talents necessary to keep our vision alive. That vision is to present authentic performances of major choral works, discover newer pieces, and further the cause of (love for) our choral art by involving and encouraging youth.
As music director, my goal is always to select great music, rehearse it in a fun and informative way, and present it to the public in as polished a form as possible.”
~ Rand Reeves
Mission Statement
Our main purpose is to present public performances of the masterworks of choral music and, thereby, provide a meaningful experience for audiences and performers alike. A consistent aim is to be as faithful as possible to the musical vision of each composer.
