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When was the Chorale founded?
The Chorale was founded in 1932.
Who was the Music Director prior to Elizabeth Eccles?
The Music Director prior to Elizabeth Eccles was Mr. Terry William Butler.
What did Mr. Butler do to expand and diversify the Chorale?
Mr. Butler expanded the Chorale's performance venues, broadened and diversified its repertoire, and added current and former NSU students to its membership.
Study Notes
- The Chorale was founded in 1932 by Mr. I. Sherman Greene and has been led by several distinguished musicians over the years.
- Under the leadership of Dr. Carl Wheatley Haywood, the Chorale expanded its performance venues, broadened and diversified its repertoire, and added current and former NSU students to its membership.
- Following Dr. Haywood’s retirement in 2004, the Board of Directors appointed Mr. Terry William Butler as Music Director.
- Mr. Butler, a proficient organist, pianist and conductor, embodied the spirit of his predecessors, but also possessed his own vision for the Chorale.
- Under his direction, the Chorale expanded its performance venues, broadened and diversified its repertoire, and added current and former NSU students to its membership.
- Dr. Roy Belfield, Jr. resigned in 2021 due to new career opportunities.
- Ms. Elizabeth Eccles currently serves as Interim Music Director.
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Test your knowledge of the history and leadership transitions of the Norfolk State University Chorale, from its founding in 1932 to the present day.
