The Altoona Chorus Leadership

 

The Altoona Chorus thrives because of the energy and style of the people who have stepped up to lead. Here are a few of the people that make our ensemble tick:

 

 

Ann George - Director

 

 

  

 

Ann is a certified director with over 33 years experience directing the chorus.  She has been a member of the Altoona Chorus since 1970.   Ann is currently a member of the Region # 19 faculty, and past Director of Musical Activities.  Under her direction, the Altoona Chorus has won their division numerous times and twice qualified for International competition in Greenville, South Carolina. 

 

Ann is a dynamic and inspiring force in the Altoona Chorus.  Her vision and determination continue to move this chorus forward to reach new heights of performance and education.  You will love singing under her direction.

 

 

 

Assistant Director

 

 

 

  Mary Kay Parrish, also a certified director,

 is the Assistant Director.  She has been a member

of the chorus since 1973, and has been a member

of the music staff for over 30 years. Mary Kay provides support and

direction whenever needed by the director and the music staff.

Her dedication and determination provide added inspiration

to the chorus.

 

 

 President

Carol Hogue (Hoagie) is serving as the administrative leader for the board of directors of the Altoona Chorus.  She has been a member of the Altoona Chorus since 2005.  Carol's leadership ability is enhanced  by her compassion and vision, along with her drive for excellence and love of music.   

 

 

 

Music Team

The Musical Director is assisted by a team of section leaders who support and assist Ann in taking the musical product to the next level. (Left to right, Vicky Westley, Sally Raabe, Nancy Leahey, Mary Kay Parrish, Ann George and Peggy Freyvogel)  Nancy Leahey is the bass section leader, Peggy Freyvogel and Sally Raabe are the lead section leaders, Vicky Westley is the tenor section leader and Mary Kay is the baritone section leader.  This team assists in the selection of music, the supervision of section rehearsals and in the education of their section and the performance of the chorus overall.

 

Board of Directors 

 

 The administrative duties of the chorus are attended to by the Board of Directors.  Under the leadership of the President, the board handles the details necessary to manage and run the chorus effectively.  (Left to Right)  Judi Terrano, Mary Kay Parrish, Cathy Cicero, (recording secretary), Carol Hogue,(president), Kathy Rosenberry,(vice-president). Ethel Myers, (treasurer), Wendy Sharer, (corresponding secretary), and Vicky Westley.  Being a member of the board gives members a chance to use their administrative skills to the benefit of the chorus.  The board oversees all membership, marketing, fund raising, and record keeping.