Treble Choir
Dr. Priscilla Porterfield, Conductor

Treble Choir is open to all students capable of and interested in singing literature for soprano, mezzo-soprano, and alto voices. This entertaining ensemble performs several times each semester .

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Appalachian Chorale
Dr. Pamela Hopton-Jones, Conductor
Dr. Joby Bell, Accompanist


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The Appalachian Chorale is a large choral ensemble open to all students, faculty, and members of the High Country community. It serves as a choral outlet for any interested singer who can carry his or her part in four-part harmony. Rehearsals strive toward excellence while developing a high level of musicality in an engaging forum. The Chorale presents a major choral work in concert during the last week of each semester. In addition, the Chorale takes leadership in hosting the annual Messiah Singalong on Sunday afternoon of Fall Semester Exam Week.

The Appalachian Chorale was founded in 1975 as the University Choral Society. Former music directors include R. Carroll Stegall, Dennis Johnston, Clinton Parker, Robert Jones, Stephen Hopkins, Brian Bailey, Roosevelt Escalante, and Joby Bell. Any and all interested singers are welcome. No audition is required.

Opera Workshop
Dr. Joseph L. Amaya, Conductor

A select group of singers, the Opera Workshop designs, plans, and produces a musical production or opera scenes each semester.

Jazz Vocal Ensemble
Mr. Jason Thompson, Conductor

The Hayes School of Music's newest select vocal ensemble provides a showcase for those interested in cultivating the specialized musical and vocal skills required for the jazz style. Improvisation is emphasized.

Gospel Choir
Mr. Jason Thompson, Director

A large vocal ensemble that is open to all students interested in singing literature drawn from the black religious experience in performances that reflect that ethnic background.