We have wonderful news to share!  We have a new choir director, Chaequan Anderson “Chae” (pronounced Shea, like the butter).  On May 15th Chaequan directed our choir for the first time and showed us his mastery of both the piano and organ as we listened to the prelude, hymns, anthem and postlude.  Many members had the opportunity to speak with Chae during coffee hour, but for those of you who would like to know more about Chae, here is a short synopsis:

 

Chae is currently the Associate Director, Conductor and Cantores (choir director) for the Princeton Girlchoir and the Founder and Executive Director of a professional vocal group called the Glassbrook Vocal Ensemble.  It is Chae’s intention to continue these positions as he pursues his Master of Music in Choral Conducting at Rutgers University which he expects to complete by 2024.  Chae holds a BA in Music, Vocal Studies from Westminster Choir College.  He is also the Director of the Middle School Choirs at Montclair Kimberly Academy, a position he will be leaving at the close of this semester to allow more time to pursue his master’s degree.

On a more personal note, Chae and his wife live in West Orange.  Chae describes himself as an extroverted introvert which this author interprets as someone who is outgoing and friendly but inwardly thoughtful.  He enjoys conversation with people of all ages and plans on attracting, teaching and engaging our youth (and adults) through playful and fun musical activities.