Welcome to the Susquehanna Chorale
Education Outreach Program 2025
OUR MISSION
Enriching lives and communities through the transcendent power of choral singing to reflect and evoke the wealth and beauty of human experience.
To those of you who are "veterans" of the Educational Outreach Program or those who are considering joining us, on behalf of the all of us at the Susquehanna Chorale we offer you our warmest welcome and really hope you are going to join us for this year's program. We have upgraded our admissions process to be smoother and more efficient, so before moving to the registration process, please read the two links below. There is a great deal of excellent information to absorb. We also have a set of FAQ's at the bottom of this page.
As I come up on 45 years as artistic director, founder and conductor of the Susquehanna Chorale, I reflect on many precious memories, countless friendships and hours of beautiful music making. Among the many things I cherish is the formation of the Education Outreach Program. To see all these young people come together in song is deeply moving. More significant, however, is the fact that our musical leaders and supporters of tomorrow can be found in our ranks. To be part of shaping the future of this precious choral tradition provides me untold joy, and huge pride in the work and success of our students.
Linda Tedford
Artistic Director, Founder and Conductor
Tuesday, May 20 - 6:30pm
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church,
212 Cocoa Ave, Hershey, 17033
Audition Dates for 2025
Tuesday, May 27 - 6:30pm
Camp Hill High School,
100 S 24th St, Camp Hill, 17011
Saturday, June 7 - 1:00pm
Camp Hill High School,
100 S 24th St, Camp Hill, 17011,
How to Register
Please compete this form if you are a returning singer, completing multiple applications if there is more than one singer per family.
Please compete this form if you are new to the program, completing multiple applications if there is more than one singer per family.
If you wish to apply for scholarship support, please complete this form. You will be notified of the value of the award when you recieve your acceptance letter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What does EOP stand for?
A. Educational Outreach Program-The organization title for the Children’s, Alta Voce, and Youth Chorales within the Susquehanna Chorale organization.
Q. Do I need to be a member of a school ensemble to be in one of the EOP ensembles?
A. The Susquehanna Chorale expects that students maintain their participation in their school choral program and that parents support their school commitments.
Q. Do returning students need to fill out an application form?
A. Yes. Please fill out /return the EOP Returning Student 2025-2026 Form
Q. If I am new and want to audition for any of the choirs, what form should I fill out?
A. You should fill out the EOP New Student Audition Form 2025
Q. If I have more than one child in the EOP program, do I need to fill out a form for each person?
A. Yes. We will need a separate form filled out for each child in your family who is participating in our EOP program.
Q. Does my school music teacher have to fill out a recommendation form even if I have already been a member of the EOP program?
A. Yes. Your school music teacher must fill out the EOP Teacher Recommendation Form which we will send directly to your teacher once your application is submitted.
Q. Does my child have to audition each year to participate in the program?
A. If your child has passed his/her audition and participated in the same EOP program the previous year, they are not required to re-audition. However, graduating SCC singers who want to sing in the SYC and/or SAVC, MUST audition again.
Q. My child already sings in the SYC and would also like to sing in the SAVC. Do they need to audition again?
A. Yes. If a student currently enrolled in SYC also wants to participate in SAVC as a new member, they would need to audition for that ensemble.
Q. My child has already graduated from high school. May they still participate in the EOP program?
A. Yes! Graduating seniors may still participate for one year after graduation. They do NOT need to audition again this year.
Q. Will singers need to return their music at the conclusion of the season?
A. No. Since you have purchased your music, you may keep it. There is no need to return it.
Q. Do I need to purchase a music folder?
A. Yes. However, if your child purchased one from the previous year from us and it’s still in good shape, you do not need to purchase a new one. The EOP will provide folders.
Q. If my child’s attire still fits, do I need to purchase a new outfit each year?
A. No. But please make sure everything fits and that you still have all the pieces.
Q. Do I need to purchase my child’s outfit from a specific supplier?
A. Yes. Families must order and purchase the required clothing attire directly from Southeastern Performance Apparel at www.sepapparel.com The EOP will no longer be placing orders.
Q. What clothing attire do I need to order and purchase for my child from Southeastern?
A. Please refer to the Participant Information Document on the website.
Q. Why do the Girls SCC tux shirts have two ordering numbers?
A. Boys and Girls should order the regular collar tuxedo shirt #G702. However #H602 fits some of the girls better than the children’s sizes.
Q. My child is moving up from SCC to SYC/SAVC. Can they use the same attire?
A. No. The uniform for SYC/SAVC is different from SCC attire.
Q. Is there a different uniform for SAVC and the SYC.
A. No. They are the same uniform for both of those ensembles.
Q. What do I do if I have questions about how to order from Southeastern?
A. On the Southeastern Website, www.sepapparel.com, you will find helpful information including how to place and pay for orders, shipping time and charges, exchanges/returns, and sizing/measuring resources. You can also call, email, or LIVE CHAT with someone from the company with any questions during normal business hours 8am-5pm CST.
Q. How do I pay for registration?
A. When you receive your child's acceptance letter all information regarding payment will be in that letter. Please note there is a $100 non-refundable deposit on signing the acceptance agreement.
Q. Is there a discount for additional singers from the same family?
A. Yes! Please refer to the Participant Information Document on the website.
Q. Do you have scholarships to help defray costs for families in financial need?
A. Yes! Please refer to the Participant Information Document on the website.
Q. How do I apply for an EOP Scholarship?
A. To apply for an EOP scholarship, please go to the following link on the website
Q. My child has a medical condition that needs EOP staff to be aware of. How should we communicate this information to staff?
A. At the first rehearsal please bring a note about any medical/health considerations and discuss this with our Administrator, Karen Lynch.