Knoxville Choral Society Names Dr. John Orr as Artistic Director
Tuesday, April 24th, 2018
KNOXVILLE, TN, April 9, 2018. The Board of Directors of the Knoxville Choral Society (KCS) today announced the appointment of Dr. John Orr as the artistic director, effective June 21, 2018. Dr. Orr’s selection follows an extensive search conducted on behalf of the Board of Directors. “We are excited to have John Orr take the […]
Read More »Job Description – Applications Due 12/31/17
Monday, December 18th, 2017
The Knoxville Choral Society (KCS) is a 120 member chorus dedicated to maintaining a rich tradition of choral excellence for its members and audiences. The Knoxville Choral Society is seeking qualified applicants for the position of director. The successful applicant will possess: An understanding of healthy vocal production for both men and women. A working […]
Read More »Press Release
Monday, December 4th, 2017
“End of an Era” Dr. Eric Thorson, Artistic Director and Conductor, Steps Down KNOXVILLE, Dec 1, 2017 – The Knoxville Choral Society (KCS) announced today that Dr. Eric Thorson, artistic director and conductor, will step down effective June 20, 2018. The Society’s Board of Directors have appointed a search committee and begun the process of […]
Read More »Winter Concert: Choral Music for Brass, Percussion and Organ
Thursday, January 26th, 2017
The Knoxville Choral Society presents ~ “Choral Music for Brass, Percussion and Organ” on Saturday, February 25, 2017 at 6:00 P.M. at West Hills Baptist Church. This concert explores the power and majesty achieved by the combination of the Knoxville Choral Society, accompanist Danny Brian on the 22 rank Randall Dyer Pipe Organ, and some […]
Read More »Christmas with the Knoxville Chamber Chorale
Sunday, November 13th, 2016
The Knoxville Chamber Chorale presents ~ “Christmas with the Knoxville Chamber Chorale” on Thursday, December 1, 2016 at 7:00 P.M. at St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral. The Knoxville Chamber Chorale is a 31-member choral ensemble auditioned from the membership of the Knoxville Choral Society and conducted by Dr. John R. Orr. The Chamber Chorale is Knoxville’s […]
Read More »Appalachian Tales & Tunes
Friday, November 4th, 2016
Knoxville Choral Society celebrates the history and culture of Appalachia, featuring traditional songs of Appalachia sung by Knoxville Choral Society, stories told by Bill Landry and Charles Maynard, and bluegrass music by The Trinity Boys. This concert is sponsored by Rush’s Music.
Read More »Knoxville Choraliers – European Preview
Wednesday, June 8th, 2016
The KCS Choraliers previewed some of their songs on Sunday, June 5, 2016 at West Hills Baptist Church. This select group of singers will travel to Europe this summer to perform their beautiful music. Have a great trip!
Read More »Leola Boyce Scholarship winner 2015-16
Wednesday, May 11th, 2016
The KCS Scholarship Committee is proud to announce the winner of the Leola Boyce Scholarship for 2015-16. The winner of the scholarship for a major in conducting or music performance is Victoria Cannon. Victoria, or “Tori” as she is known, has just completed the year at Carson-Newman University majoring in Vocal Music Performance, maintaining a […]
Read More »Did You Know …
Tuesday, September 29th, 2015
KCS first performed in 1949!! Mrs. Bessie Shugart, organist and choir director for 2nd Presbyterian Church, performed Handel’s Messiah with a choir of about 40 directed by Edward (Pop) Hamilton. This was Genesis 1 for KCS. John Danner, KCS Historian
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