LOGAN — This coming fall marks the 45th anniversary for the Hocking County Children’s Chorus, and upcoming plans look as though it will be another terrific year for the choristers, their families and the community. There are a full slate of choral performances, two musical theater productions, and another trip to lead the National Anthem at a Columbus Clippers game next spring already on the schedule. Registration for the new 2024-2025 season began July 1 and will run through Aug. 16.
HCCC is open to children of all abilities in Hocking County, and includes children in public schools, private schools, digital academy and those who are homeschooled. Last year, over 1,200 attended their presentation of “The Little Mermaid Jr.” at the Logan High School Theater.
“We are looking at some new and exciting changes this year,” said Therese Karnes, executive director of the HCCC. “There are many wonderful opportunities for our children in Hocking County, and so we decided to give families a choice when registering. Parents may choose to register their children for Session One (August–December), Session Two (January-May), or both sessions.”
Rehearsals are held at the HCCC Music Room, 44 E Main St. in downtown Logan. The schedules are as follows:
Session One, Aug. 19–Dec. 9
Parent meeting Aug. 19 at 7 p.m.
The Cherub Choir (grades 1, 2 and 3) meets on Monday evenings beginning Aug. 26 from 5–5:45 p.m.. Beginning in September, a free box dinner is available for all Cherubs at 4:45, followed by rehearsal from 5–5:45.
The Junior Choir (grades 4, 5 and 6) meets on Monday nights beginning Aug. 26 from 6:30–7:30 p.m..
Beginning in September, a free box dinner is available for all Juniors at 6:15 p.m., followed by rehearsal 6:30–7:30 p.m.
The Senior Choir (grades 7-12) meets on Thursday nights beginning Aug. 29 from 5–6 p.m.
Beginning in September, a free box dinner is available for all Seniors at 4:45 p.m., followed by rehearsal from 5–6 p.m.
All three groups join together to perform for the United Way Cake Auction Dinner at the Chieftain Center, ride in the Christmas parade, and have a Christmas pajama party watching “The Polar Express.”
Cherubs will present “A Charlie Brown Christmas” on Dec. 2 at the Logan Middle School Theater. Junior and Senior Choristers have the opportunity to volunteer/help as production team members for the Cherubs’ play. (That means they can help with costumes, makeup, stage crew, choreography, scenery, lighting, sound, etc.)
Juniors and Seniors will perform together at the Hocking Valley Community Hospital Holiday Affair and present a Christmas Concert at the Hocking Hills Church.
Session two, Jan. 7–May
Parent meeting Jan. 7 at 7 p.m.
The Cherub Choir (grades 1, 2 and 3) meets on Monday nights beginning Jan. 13. A free box dinner is available for all Cherubs at 4:45 p.m., followed by rehearsal fom 5–5:45 p.m. Beginning the week of April 28, the Cherubs will begin practicing with the Juniors and Seniors for the play.
Juniors and Seniors (grades 7-12) who registered for Session Two will have the opportunity to audition in November for roles for the spring musical. Depending on which role they have, they will rehearse on some Tuesdays and Thursdays and one Saturday a month beginning Thursday, Jan. 9. A free box dinner (will be available at 5:15 p.m., followed by rehearsal from 5:30–7 p.m.
The musical, Disney’s “Lion King Jr.” will be held May 17 and May 18, 2025 at the Logan High School Theatre. All Session Two HCCC Choristers will take part in the play, even if they did not audition for a major role.
All HCCC Choristers from BOTH Sessions will have the opportunity to travel to sing the National Anthem for a Columbus Clippers game in the spring. A free lunch will be provided; HCCC reserves the Pepsi Deck for all family/friends who want to attend. HCCC will buy the Chorister’s ticket and lunch (date TBD).
“There are also a couple of special surprises planned for the spring as we celebrate our 45th year,” Karnes continued. “It’s going to be pretty special!”
Registration runs from July 15–Aug. 16. You can register online from the HCCC website or mail in a completed registration brochure. Registration brochures are available to print from the HCCC website or can be picked up from Logan-Hocking Library, Tacie’s Sweet Treats and Hawk’s Nest.
The nonrefundable registration fee is $100 for either session or $150 for both, and due at the time of registration. The fee includes all rehearsals, supplies, dress uniform, costumes, HCCC polo, Cast T-shirt, HCCC water bottle, meals and snacks, etc. Discounts are given to additional children from the same household. Completed Registration Forms and Registration Fee for either or both sessions are due by Friday, Aug. 16.
A representative from HCCC will be present at all school open houses in August.
For more information, you can email hockingcochildrenschorus@gmail.com or visit the HCCC website: hockingcochildrenschorus.org or follow them on Facebook: facebook.com/HOCKINGCOUNTYCHILDRENSCHORUS/
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