Our mission is to provide the opportunity for singers in the North Central area of Texas to learn, understand, and sing the finest choral music, and to provide the citizens of this area opportunities to enjoy this fine choral music. |
About the ChoraleThe North Central Texas Chorale is a community-based choir that has been giving concerts in and around Cooke County since 1980—for over 43 years.
Concerts of the Chorale have featured numerous works with orchestra, including Messiah performances every 3-5 years. Occasionally, the choir also presents lighter programs that feature anything from Broadway selections, to hymn arrangements, to patriotic music. In addition to performances in the North Texas area, the Chorale has performed in years past at Carnegie Hall (see picture) and throughout Europe. In addition to providing audiences with a quality artistic experience, the Chorale is always seeking ways to foster a deep appreciation for great choral music within the community. Former directors include Glenn Wilson, Harold Kiefer, Michael Linder, Kevin Beall, Peggy O’Neill, and Daniel Banke. |
Mr. Clint Kelley, Director
Mr. Clint Kelley is our Choral Director. He is the Elementary Music Specialist at Callisburg ISD in Cooke Country. He received his Bachelor of Music from The University of Texas at Tyler. He has formerly been the Junior High and High School Choir Director at Sacred Heart School in Muenster. From 2006 to 2007 he worked with the University of Nevada Reno Community Chorus prior to coming to Texas. Mr. Kelley is a creative concert planner who excels at motivating and inspiring singers.
Shirley Hatfield, Accompanist
Shirley Hatfield will be our accompanist during the 2019 Fall and 2020 Spring season. She has been the Organist-Choirmaster of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Gainesville since 2009, and has recently relocated to our community from Oklahoma. Prior to coming to Gainesville, she served as Organist-Choirmaster of St. Philip's Episcopal Church in Ardmore, Oklahoma for 40 years.
Chorale Officers
President - Charles Ashley
Vice President -
Secretary - Patrice Henry
Treasurer - Phil Schenk
Public Relations - Gene Marcotte
Vice President -
Secretary - Patrice Henry
Treasurer - Phil Schenk
Public Relations - Gene Marcotte