The Willapa Harbor Chorale begins rehearsals for its 2017 Christmas concert on Monday, Sept. 11, at the Raymond High School band room. The regular two-hour Monday evening rehearsals begin at 7 p.m.

The non-audition chorale welcomes all singers as it prepares for its 48th annual Christmas concert. Chorale Director Rick Gauger encourages members to arrive a few minutes early for the first rehearsal when music will be distributed and necessary registration completed.

The chorale includes voices from South Bend, Raymond, Willapa Valley, Westport, Montesano and Central Park. For more information contact Rick Gauger at (360) 942-2661 or other choir members.