The Choir School appoints new Executive Director
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Choir School at St. Peter’s today announced the appointment of Davis Tapp as Executive Director. Tapp joins Charlotte’s premier choral music education program as the organization expands its program offerings and makes plans in the run up to its 30th anniversary celebrations in 2022.
“We could not be more excited to have Davis Tapp joining The Choir School’s team,” board president Abigail Cudabac said. “We’re an organization focused on the future, with big ideas about how to make music education an even more essential part of the childhood experience. Davis’ energy and enthusiasm for our mission is palpable, and he’ll play a key role as we offer Charlotte’s young people the best music education available and fill our city with song.”
Tapp joins the organization as its first permanent executive director, part of a long-term initiative to sustainably transition organizational leadership away from its founders. After an extensive search, Tapp’s successful background in youth nonprofit executive leadership and major gift fundraising made him the perfect candidate for an established organization continuing to grow and find new ways to offer excellent and accessible music education.
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to lead The Choir School at St. Peter’s,” Tapp said. “For several years, I’ve watched The Choir School’s work and have witnessed the incredible value an excellent music education provides a child. I am tremendously excited for everything the organization has planned, and I look forward to connecting with our community, introducing more people in Charlotte to this incredible organization, and contributing to our long history of success.”
Tapp is an experienced nonprofit professional, most recently serving as a major gifts officer at the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation in Charlotte. He began his career at the Boy Scouts of America in Lumberton, N.C., serving as Senior District Executive responsible for fundraising and recruitment campaigns. Tapp received a B.A. in English Literature and English Drama from Queens University of Charlotte, and has had lifelong interest in the arts. He’s an involved member of the Charlotte community and a parishioner at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, The Choir School’s founding partner.
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About The Choir School at St. Peter’s
For nearly 30 years, The Choir School has enriched and strengthened young lives through excellent, rigorous music education and choral performance. Conceived in the English boy choir tradition, the program has grown to include young men and women from every background and corner of the Charlotte region, with more than 75 students aged seven to 18 comprising five distinct choirs. Over its history, the organization has taught more than 750 Charlotte-area students. Entirely tuition-free, the 501(c)3 nonprofit relies on individual contributions, foundation, and corporate support. You can learn more at TheChoirSchool.org.
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Attending a Concert
Whether you’ve been attending Charlotte Choir School concerts for years, or this will be your first time, we want you to enjoy yourself and support our singers as a comfortable member of our audience. Here are some frequently asked questions about the concert-going experience that may help.
When do I applaud?
Our choirs love an enthusiastic and appreciative audience, so we encourage your applause. Please hold any applause during short pauses between movements or sections of longer pieces. Once a complete piece has ended, your applause is greatly appreciative. A standing ovation for our final curtain call is always appreciated, too!
May I bring food and beverages?
Food or beverage is not permitted in our main stage venue, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. Please respect the sanctity of our founding partner’s worship space.
What if I arrive late?
Concerts begin promptly at the announced starting time. Latecomers and those who leave the venue before or during a work will be seated at the first appropriate break in the program.
When should I arrive?
Please consider how long it will take you to park, walk to our venue, check in, and have a moment before the show to familiarize yourself with the program and relax. We suggest you arrive at the venue at least 20 minutes before showtime.
Can I bring my cell phone or camera?
Yes, cell phones and cameras are allowed. However, we require that you turn off all cell phones, cameras, pagers, beeping watches, and other electronic devices before the performance begins — and that you check to see that they are again turned off after any intermission.Audience members may take photographs before and after the concert. Please note, however, that no photography or recording of any kind is permitted during the performance. Anyone seen using a camera, smart phone, or other device for these activities will be asked to leave.
How long are your concerts?
Our main stage concerts are about 90 minutes and are generally presented without an intermission.
Where do I get my tickets?
Tickets are sold on our website and all tickets are delivered by email to the purchaser. We do not have a will call, and your ticket (printed or on device) must be presented for proof at the venue.
Where do I park?
For main stage concerts at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church or First United Methodist Church, free parking is provided in the TransAmerica Square parking garage on Seventh Street. Enter on Seventh just west of Tryon and bring your ticket with you to the show for validation.
What should I wear?
You’re Uptown for a concert in Charlotte — have fun! But there’s no need to stress. Business or business casual works for all main stage concerts. Most importantly, we want you to be comfortable.
What if I know nothing about choral music and your repertoire?
That’s okay! We perform sacred and secular choral music with a repertoire that features a mix of accessible, familiar choral works, and some pieces you may not expect. You don’t need to know anything about our repertoire to enjoy our concerts. We will publish the concert program in advance, with information about the composers featured and pieces to be performed. We’ll also include links to Spotify and Apple Music where you can hear some pieces in commercial recordings. Elizabeth Lenti, our Artistic Director, also offers program notes from the stage with information on what to listen for in a piece.
