Let’s check in with Meghan Willey,

Woodson Class of 2019!

Meghan, what's your favorite Woodson Chorus memory?

My favorite Woodson chorus memory is either participating in Dessert on Broadway, or anytime we sang the Irish Blessing. I think about those memories often when I need a little pick me up. Overall, I treasured the sense of community we all worked together to create. 

What role did music play in your life after high school? 

After high school, I went to JMU to pursue a degree in Vocal Performance, and I loved it there. I sang in choir, played in band, and sang onstage in opera productions. 

What are you up to now? 

Currently, I’m pursuing my Masters degree in opera at University of Maryland. I also teach voice lessons and work actively in the church music scene. I’m incredibly grateful for the role music has played and continues to play in my life.  I am also recently married to my husband Zac who is a wonderful musician. We very much enjoy making music together. 

What advice would you give students in Woodson Chorus?

Always follow what you’re passionate about even if it’s not what other people think you should do. If you love what you do and work hard, the rest will fall into place.

Thank you Meghan for sharing your experience!

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We are proud to announce that 62 Woodson singers were selected by audition to participate at District Chorus in February 2025. Our Director Amy Moir presented at Virginia Music Educators Association about District Choral Assessment at their 80th Annual November conference in Norfolk, VA. At this November conference, we also had five singers in the Virginia Senior Honor Chorus. Sarah Hymans (Soprano 1), Charlotte Reymann (Alto 1), Serena Mancuso (Alto 2), Joaquin Najar (Tenor 2), and Brian Zheng (Bass 1) participated with other selected singers across the state of Virginia under the direction of Grammy Award winning conductor, Dr. Jeffrey Redding. 

In Norfolk: (L to R) Luke Frels, Joaquin Najar, Serena Mancuso, Charlotte Reymann, Brain Zheng, Sarah Hymans, Amy Moir

In addition, three members of the Woodson Chorus were selected by extensive audition across all fifty states to National Honor Choir Ensembles from thousands of applicants. Congratulations go to the following choristers: Allison MacDonald selected to the SSAA Grade 8-10 Chorus, Charlotte Reymann and Serena Mancuso selected to the SATB 11-12 Grade Chorus. The singers will travel to Dallas, TX on March 19 -22, 2025. Congratulations singers!

Save the dates for our upcoming winter events!

December 10th, 7pm, Woodson Auditorium - Winter Chorus Concert

December 17th, 7pm, Woodson Auditorium - Music Showcase Concert with Band, Orchestra, & Theatre

January 24-25th, Woodson Auditorium - Dessert on Broadway

More information will be posted here.

Thank you for participating in our Fall Restaurant Nights. So far, Restaurant Nights at Kokee Tea, Pho Hot and Mamma Lucia’s have raised over $500. Next opportunity: order Noodles & Company with coupon GIVING 25 on December 5 from 4-9pm at 10296 Main St, Fairfax . Keep an eye out for future dates in the Woodson WeMail and our Instagram.

Please shop our Woodson Chorus virtual See’s Candy store. Every purchase of See’s boxed chocolates, candy bars and more goes to Woodson Chorus. Enjoy sweet treats while supporting a great cause. Our virtual store closes on Friday, December 6th, so don’t delay! 

Grateful to all students, parents and neighbors who made Tag Day 2024 on October 5th such a success!  We raised over $15,000 which will help fund Dessert on Broadway, accompanists, sheet music and so many of Woodson Chorus’ fabulous activities throughout the year. 

On this Giving Tuesday, we hope you will consider including Woodson Chorus in your giving. We are better together and your support makes our programs possible!

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