Oratorio Society of Utah

The Oratorio Society of Utah - ​

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The society was established on January 15, 1915 by Professor Squire Coop, who was also the founder of the University of Utah's Music Department. His extensive musical training and natural leadership ability made the Oratorio Society of Utah an instant success, and contributed significantly to the rich musical heritage of Utah. Under Professor Coops direction the society swelled to more than 300 voices, and drew some of the finest conductors and soloists to perform, as well as many thousands to hear their performances.

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Music Director and Conductor - ​

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Dr. Mark Pearce is widely recognized and respected as a versatile and dynamic director and conductor of choral, operatic, and symphonic repertoire. This will be his third year directing the Oratorio Society of Utah. His musical training and experience is extensive. He is a highly respected and accomplished pianist, vocal soloist, conductor and teacher. He has sung with the Robert Shaw Festival Singers and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, and has been a featured soloist with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, Jay Welch Chorale, the Utah Symphony, and other church, community and professional organizations.

As a conductor he has directed such groups as The Salt Lake Vocal Ensemble, Salt Lake Pro Musica, The Cathedral of the Madeleine Choir, and various community and church choirs, orchestras, and theatre productions.

Mark received his Masters Degree in Conducting and his Doctorate in Music Education from the University of Utah and has been teaching music in the public schools for 30 years.