Palmetto Peace Choir
Community Choir for Adults & High Schoolers
Want to sing with us next season?
Our next season starts in early September 2024! Join us for our "Be Our Guest" night on April 15, 2024! If you can't make that date, we can set up a short and simple placement interview.
Palmetto Peace Choir is open to ALL adults and mature high school students who love to sing! (Grades K-8 are invited to be in our youth choir, Palmetto Youth Choir.)
We provide choral music education and performance experience while inspiring a lifelong love of singing and music. We work together to build choral skills and musicianship, while having fun and providing connection and community.
We explore an eclectic range of musical styles, and foster a fun, friendly and creative atmosphere. We offer heart-centered direction and guidance, while also maintaining steadfast musical integrity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all, regardless of race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, national origin, religion, disability or age. We are an independent choir, not affiliated with any school or church. We believe music can bring profound inspiration to those who wish to make the world a better place.
We rehearse Monday afternoons/evenings at the James Island Arts & Cultural Center in Charleston, SC. Our choir season generally runs congruent to the school year. We will have one big Spring Concert, plus several other community performances & collaborations in December, May and early June. Exact event dates are shared as they are confirmed. Each level will have their own repertoire, as well as group pieces!
Our next season starts in early September 2024! Join us for our "Be Our Guest" night on April 15, 2024! If you can't make that date, we can set up a short and simple placement interview.
Palmetto Peace Choir is open to ALL adults and mature high school students who love to sing! (Grades K-8 are invited to be in our youth choir, Palmetto Youth Choir.)
We provide choral music education and performance experience while inspiring a lifelong love of singing and music. We work together to build choral skills and musicianship, while having fun and providing connection and community.
We explore an eclectic range of musical styles, and foster a fun, friendly and creative atmosphere. We offer heart-centered direction and guidance, while also maintaining steadfast musical integrity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all, regardless of race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, national origin, religion, disability or age. We are an independent choir, not affiliated with any school or church. We believe music can bring profound inspiration to those who wish to make the world a better place.
We rehearse Monday afternoons/evenings at the James Island Arts & Cultural Center in Charleston, SC. Our choir season generally runs congruent to the school year. We will have one big Spring Concert, plus several other community performances & collaborations in December, May and early June. Exact event dates are shared as they are confirmed. Each level will have their own repertoire, as well as group pieces!
Join our choir tribe and:
* Nurture your creative spirit
* Connect with others
* Increase your skills and confidence, and
* Feed your soul!
Our goal is to choose music that shares universal messages of peace, hope, love and justice. Our repertoire includes an eclectic range of music, such as folk, jazz, world, musical theatre, Americana, pop and traditional choral pieces. We offer heart-centered direction and guidance, while also maintaining steadfast musical integrity. Reading music is not a requirement, but is a welcomed skill. Auditions are not required. Members learn musicianship, music literacy, vocal technique and performance skills, and participate in concerts and outreach and community events.
* Nurture your creative spirit
* Connect with others
* Increase your skills and confidence, and
* Feed your soul!
Our goal is to choose music that shares universal messages of peace, hope, love and justice. Our repertoire includes an eclectic range of music, such as folk, jazz, world, musical theatre, Americana, pop and traditional choral pieces. We offer heart-centered direction and guidance, while also maintaining steadfast musical integrity. Reading music is not a requirement, but is a welcomed skill. Auditions are not required. Members learn musicianship, music literacy, vocal technique and performance skills, and participate in concerts and outreach and community events.
2023-2024 Season Schedule
PALMETTO PEACE CHOIR
ADULTS & GRADES 9-12
Rehearsals: Mondays, 6:30 - 7:50 p.m.
Dates: September 25, 2023 - June 3, 2024 (Note: This choir begins 1 month later than the others.)
(Holidays - No rehearsal on 12/25, 1/1, 1/15 or 5/27)
A "Meet & Greet" is planned for 9/23/23, 3pm-5pm at Martin's BBQ, 1620 Highland Ave. on James Island (near Wild Blue Ropes just off Folly Rd.) Tea, lemonade and hush puppies provided.
Tuition Fee: $540 ($60 per month) + $25 enrollment fee
Rehearsal Location: James Island Arts & Cultural Center
Spring Concert: Sunday, March 24, 2024
Other Events, Performances & Outreach Activities: TBD
ADULTS & GRADES 9-12
Rehearsals: Mondays, 6:30 - 7:50 p.m.
Dates: September 25, 2023 - June 3, 2024 (Note: This choir begins 1 month later than the others.)
(Holidays - No rehearsal on 12/25, 1/1, 1/15 or 5/27)
A "Meet & Greet" is planned for 9/23/23, 3pm-5pm at Martin's BBQ, 1620 Highland Ave. on James Island (near Wild Blue Ropes just off Folly Rd.) Tea, lemonade and hush puppies provided.
Tuition Fee: $540 ($60 per month) + $25 enrollment fee
Rehearsal Location: James Island Arts & Cultural Center
Spring Concert: Sunday, March 24, 2024
Other Events, Performances & Outreach Activities: TBD
Tuition Fee includes weekly instruction, all sheet music and other learning resources, performances, special activities, a t-shirt and our at-home practice tools, as well as a new group of friends and a weekly dose of joy.
Tuition Fee can be paid in two ways:
Tuition Fee can be paid in two ways:
- Monthly: Nine equal monthly payments of $60, October 2023-June 2024, on the first of the month.
- In Full: One payment for the full amount, by October 1, 2023. A 10% discount is offered for full payment ($486 total.)
Tuition will be billed electronically according to your preference indicated on your Enrollment Form.
Enroll Now
Step 1: Complete the Enrollment Form below.
Step 2: Pay the Enrollment Fee to hold your spot.
Step 2: Pay the Enrollment Fee to hold your spot.
DID YOU KNOW that singing in a choir promotes social bonding, which contributes to a sense of belonging and joy? Studies have found that group singing fosters trust, cooperation and social cohesion. Singing is calming, which produces physiological benefits, and also helps you form meaningful relationships, promoting self-esteem and a sense of well-being. It has even been proven to foster better cognitive function. And it's FUN! Come be a part of our choir tribe and feed your whole self!
Our Space
Our choir rehearsals and camps are held at the James Island Arts & Cultural Center! This beautiful facility is located at 1248 Camp Road, Charleston, SC 29412, near the intersection of Camp Rd. and Dills Bluff Rd. The new facility was recently renovated from a former library building into a new space, specifically designed to showcase local artists and James Island's rich history. They offer many artistic, cultural and programming opportunities! They opened their doors in August 2021. At the helm of the JIACC is Mrs. Caroline Self, Director of Development. We encourage you to visit this fabulous facility, and explore their exhibits and other community programs and events.