MARCH NEWSLETTER

We're "springing" into action at the Choir School! Exciting things are in store for this spring and summer. We hope you'll join us!

A Word From the Kids

“I never was able to read music before, I never understood how to, but the Choir School has helped. I’m getting better at the guitar, and I did not know I could sing that high! Voice lessons have been fun. I know how to belt now, I can control my vibrato. I’ve also made friends with a lot of people lately. It’s been awesome, they’re like family.”

Imani, 9th grade

Imani joined the Choir School last summer. She gave a solo performance of "Colors of the Wind" during our #DoMore24DE campaign.

If you missed it, watch her sing here!

☀️ APRIL 29: Sun, Moon, and Stars 🌙

Join us for Sun, Moon, and Stars, a musical Earth Day celebration! We will explore the beauty of our planet and our responsibility to protect it with an eclectic program of music from around the globe.

Saturday, April 29 | 4:00pm

Grace United Methodist Church

Wilmington, DE

Tickets: $35 | Kids Free!

Senior, Military, and College Discounts

Get Your Tickets

Bundle and Save 15% when you buy tickets to Sun, Moon, and Stars (April 29) AND Lux Aeterna (June 11)! It's the perfect way to save while cheering on our students.

Bundle and Save 15%

Welcoming New Board Members

The Choir School was fortunate to welcome four new members to its Board of Directors this year alongside two former members who returned after hiatuses. We're thrilled to introduce (and reintroduce) them here!

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Dr. Lark N. Ball

Lark holds a dual Masters Degree in Ministry and Church Music and a Doctorate of Ministry. She is in her eighteenth year of music ministry at White Rock Baptist Church in Philadelphia. Lark has a reputation as a choir director who focuses on details, bringing the best out of choirs with whom she works.

Dr. Rosanne M. Foley

Rosanne is an adjunct faculty member in Villanova University’s College of Professional Studies. She holds a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry. Following her graduate education, Rosanne spent 30 years with a Fortune 100 Chemical Company where she held a variety of technical research and management positions. Rosanne previously served as President of the Board of Directors for the Choir School.

Ms. Tracey N. Roberts

Tracey is an Elementary School Administrator in the Brandywine School District. In education for over 28 years, she has served as an administrator, mentor for new teachers, and elementary school teacher. Tracey’s passion is connecting with families and businesses to enhance the learning experience for students. Her daughter Shelby is a Choir School chorister!

Mr. Richard Wadman

Richard has worked in the public and public-private partnership sectors his entire professional career, first with the State of Delaware in finance, management, and information technology and second as a senior program manager with the Delaware Health Information Network. Richard is a former member of the Cathedral Church of St. John, where he served on the Board of the Choir School (then Cathedral Choir School) as the Vestry Representative.

Mr. Michael Williams

Michael manages the Credit Dispute Resolution department at Discover Card. He has more than 20 years of experience mentoring, leading, and developing talent with the company. In 2021, he saw his idea and vision come to life as Discover added 3 new card designs representing Black heritage to its card catalog. Mike is a happily married father of 4.

Ms. Sheridan Williamson

Sheridan is an elementary music education teacher at The Bancroft School in Christina School District. She received her bachelors in Music Education from Delaware State University. Sheridan is an alumna of the Choir School, and her Choir School roots inspired her to become a music teacher!

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Enrollment is Open for Summer Camp!

Enrollment is open for our third annual Musical Theater Summer Camp! Our campers will put on a fully-staged production of The Addams Family. Camp combines rehearsal, theater training, academics, and field trips.

All are welcome! No prior music or theater experience is required!

DATES: June 26 - July 28, 2023

TIMES: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

PERFORMANCES: July 27 & 28 (Tickets on sale soon!)

AGES: Students entering grade 6 - 2023 grads

COST: Tuition-Free | $200 Field Trip Fee

Enrollment is NOW OPEN! Spots are limited, so don't wait!

Learn More and Sign Up!

Announcing the Young Artists Program

The Young Artists Program at Musical Theater Summer Camp is an opportunity for high school students (14+) with an interest in performing arts careers to spend the summer developing performance and teaching skills while earning money. Young Artists will be leaders in The Addams Family and around camp.

You don't have to choose between pursuing your interest in the arts and working a summer job - you can do both as a Young Artist!

The Young Artists Program is made possible by the City of Wilmington, New Castle County, and the Delaware Division of the Arts.

More about the Young Artists Program

From Our Friends

Our friends at Mount Pleasant High School will put on their production of Frozen the Musical next week!

Alana, one of our choristers, will star as Elsa at the Saturday matinee and as Olaf for all other shows. She played Erzulie in our production of Once on This Island last summer. Come cheer her on and enjoy an amazing show! Go, Alana!!!

March 30, 31, and April 1

Thursday and Friday at 7:00pm

Saturday at 2:00pm and 7:00pm

Tickets: $15

Advance Purchase Required

Reserved Seating Only!

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