Southern Delaware Chorale

The Southern Delaware Chorale is back in France AGAIN this summer! Thanks, Barbara, for sharing this photo of the group at your welcome dinner a few days ago. Today they woke up to 106 degree heat on a full-day of rehearsals wearing our performance black...so think cool thoughts, guys!! They also anticipating an amazing performance with over 420 singers tonight. Major shoutout to the Perform International staff and Elaine’s group. Elaine is amazing and has become emotional hearing the choir perform her work!

As our 40th season comes to a close, we want to thank three very important people in SDC: Co-Directors Joey Shortall and Sarah Rose and Board President Denise Adkins. This season marks their final season in these roles.

Joey and Sarah both started with the Chorale in 2014, designing concert programming, running weekly rehearsals, and serving as key leaders to our organization. Joey left in 2017, only to return in 2024 at a time when the Chorale unexpectedly needed a conductor. We are grateful he was able to help us in a tough time!

Sarah Rose has been with us all of these years, not only conducting and accompanying, but also being a key player in bringing in younger generations to the Chorale. As a music teacher in the local high school, she encouraged many of her students to audition for our scholarship. Many of whom chose to stay in the Chorale after high school. We are very grateful for your lasting impact!

Denise has been singing with the Chorale for many years and stepped into the role of President in 2020. She brought the Chorale through some of its toughest years - the pandemic - and through some of its proudest: this 40th Anniversary Season. Though she is no longer president after this year, she has introduced lasting positive change and growth to the board that will continue to develop under the next president.

We are extremely grateful for all three of you and your dedication to us. We wish you the best in the next chapters of your lives. 🎶✨💙

👑 🎺 Hear ye, hear ye! 👑 🎺 THIS SUNDAY! Kings & Queen: Mozart’s Coronation Mass meets Freddie Mercury

Step into a bold musical experience where classical grandeur meets rock royalty. Kings & Queen: Mozart’s Coronation Mass meets Freddie Mercury brings together the brilliance of Mozart’s soaring sacred masterpiece and the electrifying anthems of Queen in one unforgettable concert. From the majesty of the coronation hall to the raw power of the arena stage, this performance celebrates timeless genius, iconic voices, and the music that continues to reign across centuries. Get tickets now, online, or at the door!

📅 April 26, 2026 at 3 pm
📍 Epworth United Methodist Church
🎟 Tickets available online (https://southerndelawarechorale.org/tickets) and at the door