EOP Season Suspended for Fall 2020 Season

A Message from Linda L. Tedford

I am writing to share the news that the Educational Outreach Program (EOP) of the Susquehanna Chorale will be suspended for the Fall 2020 season.

This is due to the uncertainty that surrounds the COVID-19 pandemic as it affects many aspects of our program. We are deeply concerned about the health of our singers and our conductors and accompanists. In addition, we have received news that several of our venues may be closed to us for rehearsals and performances.

It is with great sadness that I write this letter, knowing how valuable our Susquehanna Youth, Young Women’s, and Children’s Chorales are to our singers, our staff, and our community!

Please note, all EOP applications will be re-evaluated upon the resumption of the Educational Outreach Program. No fees will be collected until that time.

We all look forward to an improvement in the situation which will enable us to come together with renewed energy and enthusiasm. I hope we can unite in looking forward to that day. I encourage you to take the opportunity to reflect on our past seasons with gratitude for what we have accomplished and shared so beautifully!

Linda L. Tedford

Artistic Director, Founder and Conductor

Beautiful Thoughts that Apply to Singers of Any Age

“When children sing together, they draw a sense of power from the experience. The discipline of weekly rehearsals results in a confidence that boosts individual self-esteem, and the achievement of a polished performance gives them a sense of pride and accomplishment. The development of these character traits will serve them well all of their lives. The Susquehanna educational choirs provide a positive and nurturing environment in which all children can reach their full potential as choral singers. The Chorale setting offers students an opportunity to share creative ideas and to discover how to work effectively within a group. Most importantly, our student members share the joy of making beautiful music together! It is our hope that this experience will lead the children to enjoy a lifetime of singing. They are the future of the choral art!”

Judith Shepler, Conductor, Susquehanna Children’s Chorale and Preparatory Choir

Special Thanks to our 2019-20 Sponsors and Advertisers!

The Susquehanna Chorale wishes to thank the following sponsors,

advertisers, foundations, and others who supported us

during the 2019-20 concert season.

2019-20 Season Sponsor

Fulton Private Bank

Concert Sponsors

The Anne M. and Philip H. Glatfelter, III Family Foundation

University Music Service, Hershey

Program Advertisers

Isley Design & Graphics/Little Breeches Family Day Care • LB Smith Ford • Market Square Presbyterian Church • Messiah Lifeways • Mountz Jewelers • St. John’s Concert Series • WRTI Radio • Neill Funeral Home • Germantown Studios • Bobby Rahal Lexus • Anne F. Adams Dentistry • Boles Metzger Brosius & Walborn, PC • Cardin & Miller Physical Therapy • Century 21 Realty Services/David Fields • Ebersole Honda/ Buick/GMC/Hyundai • Fever Salon • Faith United Church of Christ, Grantville • First United Methodist Church, Hershey • Hess Piano Company • Homestyle Charlie • Loser’s Music • Messick’s Farm Equipment • Mick Cochran • MPL Law Firm • The Hess Agency • Wealth Management Services, Inc.

Special Support

Armstrong Worldwide • Bill Lehr Fund for the Arts of TFEC, on behalf of Bill and Beverlee Lehr • Black Gryphon Restaurant, Elizabethtown • Boles Metzger Brosius & Walborn, PC • Camp Hill School District • Cultural Enrichment Fund • Citizens for the Arts in Pennsylvania • Derry Presbyterian Church • Elizabethtown College • The Foundation for Enhancing Communities • Grantham Brethren in Christ Church • The Charles A. and Elizabeth Guy Holmes Foundation • Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Hershey • IBM Matching Gifts Program • Josiah W. and Bessie H. Kline Foundation • Market Square Presbyterian Church, Harrisburg • Messiah College School of the Arts • Kim S. Phipps, Ph.D., President, Messiah College • Pennsylvania Council on the Arts • The Donald B. and Dorothy L. Stabler Foundation •

The Presser Foundation

Do you love to sing? Audition now for the 2020-21 season.

The nationally acclaimed Susquehanna Chorale invites interested adults (age 18 and older) to audition for its 2020-21 concert season. There are openings for all voice parts.

Due to the need for social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic, interested singers are invited to submit an audition video directly to the Susquehanna Chorale for consideration. Click here for more information.

If restrictions are lifted, opportunities for live auditions will be held on June 8 and 15, and other dates this summer as possible. Check the website frequently for updates.