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Appalachian Chorale

Appalachian Chorale is a joint program between the Hayes School of Music and the Community Music School! App State students must register through Appalnet.

The Appalachian Chorale is a large choral ensemble open to all students, faculty, and members of the High Country community, with no audition required. The Chorale provides an opportunity for musical growth and enjoyment through the rehearsal and performance of choral masterworks. Any interested singer who can read music and carry their part in four-part harmony is encouraged to join.

The Appalachian Chorale is directed by Dr. Jordan Shomper, Assistant Professor and Director of Choral Activities in the Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University. He also conducts the University Singers and teaches courses in conducting, choral methods, and choral literature.

Program Information

The ensemble is currently capped at 35 community members (= non-App State students) due to room capacity and safety reasons. This will be the first 35 non-student individuals to have completed registration and payment in the Iris form. Walk-up registrations/participants are not accepted. Before heading to rehearsal, please ensure you have fully registered in Iris (you will immediately receive messages titled "Informational Email" and/or "Payment Receipt" if successful). The form will automatically stop accepting entries when the cap is reached. The registration link is available further down this page. 

The registration period for Appalachian Chorale is in August and January of each year. Visit this page at those times to join the Appalachian Chorale.

Ensemble Information

Community members will register for the Appalachian Chorale through the Community Music School. App State students must register through Appalnet.

  • Age: 18-adult (age 14-17 with prior permission of App Chorale director)
  • Experience: Any interested singer who can read music and carry their part in four-part harmony is encouraged to join.
  • Instructor: Dr. Jordan Shomper
  • Time: 7:00-9:00pm
  • Dates: Mondays, January 12 - April 27, 2026
    • No class on January 19th or March 9th
    • Concert Date: April 24th, 8:00pm, Rosen Concert Hall
  • App Chorale follows the Appalachian State University semester schedule.
  • Location: Broyhill Music Center, Room 214 (This is in the back corner of the 2nd floor across from the elevators.)
  • Price: $150 (tuition assistance available - see updated process below)

Additional Information:

  • A syllabus will be provided.
  • Participants are expected to attend all rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances.
  • High school students 14 and up may join with the approval of the App Chorale director. Interested high school students should email Dr. Jordan Shomper (shomperjm@appstate.edu) for permission prior to registration. 

Looking for a choral opportunity for youth ages 7-14? Join the Appalachian Youth Chorale! 

Required Forms (App State/CMS Ensemble)

  1. All Participants - Release for Use of Photography/Video/Sound: All participants (and parents/guardians of participants under 18), please come a few minutes early to the first rehearsal to fill out the required Release for Use of Photography/Video/Sound. You may download it from the link and bring your completed form, or fill in a blank copy we will provide for you on the first day. 
    1. This is an App State class whose performances and activities may be photographed, recorded, and published. In order to participate in this ensemble, all community participants must sign the media release on or before their first rehearsal. 
  2. NEW process for minors as of Spring 2026: 
    1. For participants under 18, a parent or guardian will need to complete a CampDoc profile for their child prior to the first rehearsal. 
    2. The next business day after your Iris registration is complete, an email will be sent to you from Appalachian State University via CampDoc <noreply@campdoc.com> to set up and manage your child's profile. This profile must be completed before the first day of class. (Please note the lead time of one business day before you will receive this link by email, and complete your child’s Iris registration a few days before the start of classes to ensure that they are fully registered before the class begins.)

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