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HISTORY OF CHARLOTTE CHORALE
The Charlotte Chorale, Inc. (“CCI”) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2003. The Chorale is comprised of auditioned volunteers who wish to enrich local communities and surrounding towns by sharing the joy of song. Centered in the heart of Mecklenburg County in uptown Charlotte, North Carolina, CCI enjoys a wide variety of performance venues and has a growing local following in the greater Charlotte area. CCI strives to provide its audiences an excellent choral experience by performing a wide array of music, both a cappella and with orchestral or instrumental accompaniment. Our participants share a love and appreciation for beautiful music, whether performing great choral classics or exploring artistic works that are less well known. CCI offers a mixture of lighter, popular fare in addition to classical symphonic works, serving to provide cultural enrichment and furthering the educational and spiritual welfare of both its members and audiences.
The Charlotte Chorale, Inc. (“CCI”) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2003. The Chorale is comprised of auditioned volunteers who wish to enrich local communities and surrounding towns by sharing the joy of song. Centered in the heart of Mecklenburg County in uptown Charlotte, North Carolina, CCI enjoys a wide variety of performance venues and has a growing local following in the greater Charlotte area. CCI strives to provide its audiences an excellent choral experience by performing a wide array of music, both a cappella and with orchestral or instrumental accompaniment. Our participants share a love and appreciation for beautiful music, whether performing great choral classics or exploring artistic works that are less well known. CCI offers a mixture of lighter, popular fare in addition to classical symphonic works, serving to provide cultural enrichment and furthering the educational and spiritual welfare of both its members and audiences.
OUR CONDUCTOR - RANDY HALDEMAN
A native of Wisconsin, Randy Haldeman has taught Choral and General Music at all levels of academia – Pre-K through collegiate – in Wisconsin, Idaho, Illinois, Florida, Vermont, and Italy. Haldeman earned the Bachelor of Music degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Wisconsin at Whitewater, the Master of Music degree in Voice & Opera Performance from Northwestern University, and the Ph.D. in Music Education (Choral Conducting) from The Florida State University. Dr. Haldeman’s choral arrangements and compositions are published by several national presses, and have been performed all over the country and Europe. In addition, he lectures extensively on developing young conductors and efficiency in the choral rehearsal; in the past year alone he has presented lectures and clinics in California, Oregon, Washington, Missouri, Tennessee, Italy and Spain. As a conductor, his choral groups have received enthusiastic responses from audiences and critics alike in 11 states and Europe, including several state and regional festivals, conferences, and contests. Haldeman is also the Director of Choral Studies at UNC Charlotte and teaches conducting and music education courses.OUR ACCOMPANIST - REGINA LOVE
Regina Love is accompanist for the Charlotte Chorale. She holds a degree in Piano Performance from Converse College and has appeared as accompanist for numerous organizations throughout the region for over 30 years. In addition to the Chorale this season, she accompanies Cantare and Youth Chorale of the Charlotte Children’s Choir, and the South Mecklenburg High School performing choirs. Ms. Love also operates a private piano studio and is Director of Music/Organist at Avondale Presbyterian Church, serving for 17 years.
OUR CHOIR
The Charlotte Chorale is a non-profit, 4-part community choir. The success of the Charlotte Chorale is based upon the faithfulness, diligence adn commitment of each member. To join the Chorale implies the desire to contribute in making great music together with the Conductor and your fellow singers and a promise to attend rehearsals and concerts for the entire season. The Chorale's season runs August through June.
CHORALE REHEARSALS
We rehearse on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 PM - 9:15 PM.
Ascension Lutheraan Church
1225 E. Morehead Street
Charlotte, NC 28204
AUDITIONS
Since all singers are expected to continually improve their vocal skills and knowledge, members are re-auditioned at the beginning of each season.
Singers are asked to prepare a solo for which an accompanist will be provided. In addition, they will be asked to sight read a piece and perform vocal exercises to determine range, tone and musical skill.
OFFICERS
President Renee Downey
Treasurer Kathy Bowen
Marketing Rachel Glusenkamp
Community Gail Berry
CONTACT US
Charlotte Chorale
P.O. Box 471005
Charlotte, NC 28247
980-297-0391
charlottechorale@windstream.net
