Blair Concert Chorale

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Blair Concert Chorale Bringing quality choral music to central Pennsylvania. They perform in venues such as the Mishler Theatre and area churches.

The mission of the Blair Concert Chorale is to foster a growing appreciation and awareness of quality choral music through performing excellence and educational activities for the population of south-central Pennsylvania. The Blair Concert Chorale was formed in 1987 by combining the Keystone Chorale and the Altoona Choral Society, which in turn traces its roots back to 1933. In 1995 a tuition-based children’s choir was added to expose, educate, and develop youth between the ages of 7 and 17 to classical music. The adult chorale today is made up of over 40 singers (all volunteers) from Blair, Bedford, and Cambria counties. The adult season consists of three concerts: a fall concert, a holiday concert in December with the children’s choir, and a concert in the spring. In addition to the concerts, they participate in local arts events, perform with other groups, and perform at Garvey Manor.

09/13/2026

What does it take to get concert-ready?

A lot of singing.
A little repetition.
Plenty of concentration.
Some laughter.
And occasionally… One more time from the beginning!” 😂🎶

Our Blair Concert Chorale singers are putting in the work for our upcoming October concert, and we can’t wait to share what we’ve been preparing.

Consider this your first backstage pass. 👀🎵

October is coming!

🎶 GET TO KNOW OUR INTERIM ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: BOB LONG 🎶We’re thrilled to welcome Bob Long as our Interim Artistic Direct...
09/06/2026

🎶 GET TO KNOW OUR INTERIM ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: BOB LONG 🎶

We’re thrilled to welcome Bob Long as our Interim Artistic Director for the Blair Concert Chorale! And if you’ve been hearing some beautiful sounds coming from rehearsal lately, you can thank Bob for helping us bring it all together. 👏🎵

A native of nearby Hollidaysburg, Bob has spent more than 40 years in church music ministry and currently serves as Director of Music Ministries at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament in Altoona, as well as conductor and instructor for the Academy of Sacred Music.

His musical journey has taken him well beyond Blair County, including positions at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City and St. Mary’s Abbey in Morristown, New Jersey.

Bob is a graduate of Hollidaysburg Area High School and holds a bachelor's degree in Music Education from Susquehanna University and a master's degree in Music from Penn State University. 🎓🎶

This year, Bob will lead the Blair Concert Chorale for both our October and December concerts, and we couldn’t be more excited to have him at the helm!

Be sure to follow along as we introduce you to Bob, get a peek inside rehearsals, and count down to our upcoming concerts.

Welcome, Bob! We’re so glad you’re here!❤️🎶

09/01/2026

There’s something special about hearing a choir come together. ❤️🎶

One voice becomes two… two become twenty… and before long, an entire room is filled with music.

Our October concert is taking shape one rehearsal at a time, and we’re loving every moment of the journey. Here’s a little peek at what’s happening behind the scenes!

We’ll see you in October! 🎵

08/06/2026

⏰ Last Call for Tickets! ⏰

Today's the day! August 6 is the final day to RSVP for the Blair Concert Chorale's Summer Party.

Join us this Saturday, August 8, on the beautiful lawn of Baker Mansion for an evening of delicious food, refreshing drinks, wonderful company, and a celebration of another exciting season of music.

🎟️ Tickets: $50
🥂 Guests must be 21+
📍 Baker Mansion Lawn
📅 RSVP by the end of today!

Don't miss this special evening with friends of the Blair Concert Chorale. Reserve your tickets through our Eventbrite link before it's too late!

We can't wait to celebrate with you this Saturday! 🎶🌿

08/04/2026

The audition for the Blair Concert Chorale is a short and painless process.
Singers will be asked to sing some scales to check for vocal range, sing a small piece (My County Tis of Thee or one the singer has brought), and singers will be asked to match pitches that the director will play at the keyboard.
Provided the singer can do all of the above, the director will then ask the singer to sight-read a few measures of music (reading music is NOT a prerequisite to acceptance into the chorale).
The chorale rehearses weekly from August through April.

08/02/2026

🎉 It's Party Week! 🎉

This Saturday, we're gathering on the beautiful lawn of Baker Mansion for the Blair Concert Chorale's Summer Party—and we'd love to celebrate with you!

Enjoy a relaxed summer evening filled with delicious food, refreshing drinks, great company, and the opportunity to support another incredible season of music.

🌿 Saturday, August 8
📍 Baker Mansion Lawn
🎟️ Tickets: $50
🥂 Ages 21+
📅 RSVP by Thursday, August 6

There's still time to reserve your spot! Purchase your tickets through our Eventbrite link today, and join us for a memorable evening supporting the Blair Concert Chorale.

We can't wait to see you this Saturday! 💙🎶

The audition for the Blair Concert Chorale is a short and painless process.Singers will be asked to sing some scales to ...
08/02/2026

The audition for the Blair Concert Chorale is a short and painless process.

Singers will be asked to sing some scales to check for vocal range, sing a small piece (My County Tis of Thee or one the singer has brought), and singers will be asked to match pitches that the director will play at the keyboard.

Provided the singer can do all of the above, the director will then ask the singer to sight-read a few measures of music (reading music is NOT a prerequisite to acceptance into the chorale).

The chorale rehearses weekly from August through April.

07/26/2026

☀️ The countdown is on! Our Blair Concert Chorale Summer Party is less than two weeks away, and we hope you'll join us for an unforgettable evening at the beautiful Baker Mansion Lawn.

Gather with friends, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and celebrate another season of music while supporting the Blair Concert Chorale.

🎟️ Tickets:$50
🥂 Guests must be 21+
📅 RSVP by August 6
📍 Saturday, August 8 | Baker Mansion Lawn

Don't wait to reserve your spot! Visit our Eventbrite link to purchase your tickets today. We can't wait to celebrate summer with you!

You're invited to join us for the **Blair Concert Chorale's Summer Party!** 🌿☀️Spend a beautiful summer evening with fri...
07/19/2026

You're invited to join us for the **Blair Concert Chorale's Summer Party!** 🌿☀️

Spend a beautiful summer evening with friends while supporting another season of inspiring choral music on the picturesque lawn of Baker Mansion.

**Pictured here:** Sally Williams (Board President), Paige Matteson (Chorale Member), and Dustin Smith (Executive Director of Baker Mansion), who are looking forward to welcoming you on **Saturday, August 8**!

🎟️ Tickets: $50
🥂 Ages 21+
📅 RSVP by **August 6**
🔗 Reserve your spot through our Eventbrite link.

We hope you'll join us for an evening of great food, drinks, fellowship, and music in one of Altoona's most beautiful settings!

✨ **Throwback Thursday!** ✨We're taking it back to 2023 when we truly **Raised the Roof** with an unforgettable evening ...
07/16/2026

✨ **Throwback Thursday!** ✨

We're taking it back to 2023 when we truly **Raised the Roof** with an unforgettable evening of laughter, friendship, and support for the Blair Concert Chorale!

Now it's time to make even more memories. 🎉 Join us for this year's **Summer Party** on **Saturday, August 8** at the beautiful Baker Mansion Lawn.

🌿 Great food
🥂 Refreshing drinks
🎶 Wonderful company
❤️ Support the music you love

🎟️ Tickets are $50
📅 RSVP by **August 6**
🔗 Reserve your spot through our Eventbrite link!

We can't wait to celebrate another fantastic evening with our BCC family and friends. Will we see you there?

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