West Virginia Symphony Orchestra Announces WVSO Chorus to Welcome New Singers

CHARLESTON, W.VA. (8/19/21) – The West Virginia Symphony Orchestra (WVSO) Chorus is pleased to extend an invitation for new singers to join the group for the 2021-22 season.

“The WVSO Chorus looks forward to an exciting, rewarding return this fall and a tremendous year of music-making!” said Dr. David Castleberry, WVSO Chorus Director.

The WVSO Chorus has a schedule filled with performances for the upcoming season. The group will perform Handel’s Messiah with the WVSO, under the baton of Chorus Director Dr. David Castleberry on Saturday, December 18 and will have a featured part in Sounds of the Season, the WVSO’s traditional holiday pops concert on Saturday, December 4th.

In the spring, the chorus will join the Symphony once more, under the direction of Maestro Larry Loh, for an exciting production of Mozart’s Requiem on Saturday, April 2. All three productions will be presented on the stage of the Clay Center.

Previous choral experience is helpful but not required, and singers are expected to possess sight-reading skills. Please send inquiries about how to join the chorus to Dr. David Castleberry at castlebe@marshall.edu.

Weekly rehearsals begin Monday, September 13, at 7 p.m., at Christ Church United Methodist, located at Quarrier and Morris Streets in Charleston.

In accordance with WVSO policies and recommendations by the National Association of Teachers of Singing, the American Choral Directors Association, the National Association for Music Educators, and other respected music organizations, singers will be expected to wear masks for all choral rehearsals.

Additionally, singers will be required to present proof of vaccination when registering or at the first rehearsal. The safety of all chorus members is everyone’s concern, and all appropriate precautions will be taken to ensure a healthy, problem-free experience for all participants.

The WVSO is West Virginia’s premier performing arts organization, presenting classical, pops, family and chamber-music concerts annually throughout the Mountain State. Currently entering its 83rd season, the WVSO is a proud member of the community and enriches the region by providing affordable, high-quality concerts, collaborations with West Virginia arts organizations and a nationally award-winning education program.

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