The TSD Vocal Music Department Presents
Festival of Choirs Event Programs 2025
Proud BCME District: Best Community for Music Education
Wednesday - January 13, 2025 - 7:00 p.m.
Performance Schedule
Each program starts at 7:00 p.m. and will be held in the Athens High School Auditorium.
Wattles Elementary
5th Grade Choir
Count on Me
Words and Music by Bruno Mars, Ari Levene, and Philip Lawrence.
Wavin' Flag
Words and Music by Phil Larence, Jean Deval, Bruno Mars, and Keinan Warsame.
Barnard Elementary
5th Grade Choir
Sunroof
Words and music by Nicholas Ure, and Aidan Rodriguez. Arrangement by Alan Billingsly.
Surfin' USA
Words and Music by Chuck Berry. Arrangement by Tom Anderson.
Morse Elementary
5th Grade Choir
I Ain't Worried
Words and Music by Ryan Tedder, Brent Kutzle, Tyler Spry, Bjorn Yttling, John Eriksson, and Peter Moren. Arrangement by Roger Emerson.
One Call Away
Words and Music by Charlie Puth, Bryan Isaac, Matt Prime, Justin Franks, Blake Anthony Carter, and Maureen McDonald. Arrangement by Mac Huff.
Athens High School
Concert Choir
Clap Your Hands
Words and Music by Mary Lightfoot.
Sweet
Words and Music by Diane Warren.
Arrangement by Alan Billingsley.
Baker Middle School
7th Grade Choir
Hamilton Highlights
Arrangement by Lisa DeSpain.
Aladin Medley
Arrangement by Ed Lojeski.
Combined Choirs
Elementary & Middle School Choirs
This is Me
From The Greatest Showman. Words and Music by Benji Pasek and Justin Paul. Arrangement by Mac Huff.
Great News About the Fine Arts in Troy
Hurrah! For over ten years, the Troy School District has been selected one of the “Best Communities for Music Education in America” by the American Music Conference thanks to a supportive Board of Education, administration, community, and dedicated and talented music specialists in our classrooms. This honor is based on a national survey of more than 50 questions that explored funding, student participation, course offerings, and the overall instructional quality of the district’s music program. The Troy School District is well known throughout the state and nation for its outstanding Fine Arts education. For this, we say “thank you!” to the Troy Board of Education, Dr. Richard Machesky, Kris Griffor, and to the Building Principals for their continued support of the Fine Arts in Troy and enabling us to be the best we can be.
Choir Students
- Wattles Elementary 5th Grade Choir
- Barnard Elementary 5th Grade Choir
- Morse Elementary 5th Grade Choir
- Athens High School Concert Choir
- Baker Middle School 7th Grade Choir
Wattles Elementary 5th Grade Choir
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Barnard Elementary 5th Grade Choir
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- Ashruth Dasu
- Henry Dushku
- Ling Fei Liu
- Isac Gimenez
- Joseph Gjelaj
- Amy Gou
- Grace Gou
- Sandrine Guirguis
- Jonas Hemgude-Zuzindlak
- Emanuela Ivezaj
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Morse Elementary 5th Grade Choir
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Athens High School Concert Choir
Baker Middle School 7th Grade Choir
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Additional Program Acknowledgements
Participating Vocal Music Teachers
- Lisa Brown, Hamilton & Martell
- Hallie Burnham, Barnard & Martell
- Adrienne Covian, Athens & Troy High School
- Kate Downer, Bemis & Morse
- Michele Fredericks, Troy Union & Wattles
- Letitia Geary, Leonard & Morse
- Meghan Jain, Smith Middle School
- Lea Kirksey, Larson & Boulan Park Middle School
- Sarah McMahon, Hill & Martell
- Johnathan McNurlen, Wass & Wattles
- Emily Pyzik, Baker Middle School
- Trinity Scarnecchia, Costello & Wattles
- Corrie Spurlin, Schroeder & Morse
Central Administration
- Dr. Rich Machesky, Superintendent of Schools
- Christine DiPilato, Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Instruction
- Kris Griffor, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Instruction
- Adrienne Covian &. Corrie Spurlin, Vocal Music Coordinators
Troy Board of Education
- Emina Alic
- Vital Anne
- Matt Haupt
- Audra Melton
- Dr. Nancy Philippart
- Ayesha Potts
- Stephanie Zendler
Building Principals of Participating Schools
- Karen Bush, Barnard Elementary School
- Harleen Singh, Bemis Elementary School
- Dr. Tammy DiPonio, Costello Elementary School
- Dr. David Recker, Hamilton Elementary School
- Shari Pawlus, Hill Elementary School
- Dr. Erin Detmer, Leonard Elementary School
- Michelle Barsh, Martell Elementary School
- Scott Keen, Morse Elementary School
- Lindsay Keegan, Schroeder Elementary School
- Michael Cottone, Troy Union Elementary School
- Kristin Crowe, Wass Elementary School
- Amy Wallace, Wattles Elementary School
- Jonathan Cross, Baker Middle School
- Tony Morse, Boulan Park Middle School
- Brian Zawislak, Larson Middle School
- Ryan Brinks, Smith Middle School
- Vernon Burden, Athens High School
- Remo Roncone, Troy High School
Special Thanks
- Gino Minchella, Theater Manager and the Student Technical Crew
- Teachers and Parent Volunteers who helped make this possible
Tuesday - January 14, 2025 - 7:00 p.m.
Performance Schedule
Each program starts at 7:00 p.m. and will be held in the Athens High School Auditorium.
Bemis Elementary
5th Grade Choir
Sunroof
Words and Music by Nicholas Minutaglio, Nicholas Ure, and Alain Rodriguez. Arrangement by Alan Billingsly.
Better Place
Words and Music by Justin Timberlake, Shellback, and Amy Allen.. Arrangement by Alan Billingsly.
Hamilton Elementary
5th Grade Choir
Counting Stars
Arrangement by Mark Brymer. Words and Music by Ryan Tedder.
The Middle
Words and Music by James Atkins, Thomas D. Linton, Richard Burch, and Zachary Lind. Arrangement by Ryan James.
Schroeder Elementary
5th Grade Choir
Dream On
Words and Music by Steven Tyler. Arrangement by Mark Brymer.
I Ain't Worried
Words and Music by Ryan Tedder, Brent Kutzle, Tyler Spry, Bjorn Yttling, John Eriksson, and Peter Moren. Arrangement by Roger Emerson.
Troy High School
ACAP
What Makes You Beautiful
Words and Music by One Direction. Arrangement by Simeon.
Lean On Me
Words and Music by Bill Withers.
Arrangement by Mac Huff.
Boulan Park Middle School Choirs
Combined 6th, 7th, & 8th Grade Choir
Dance Evolution
Arrangement by Mark Brymer.
Defying Gravity
Arrangement by Roger Emerson.
Women of 7th & 8th Grade Choir
Hamilton Women
Arrangement by Lisa DeSpain.
Combined Choirs
Elementary & Middle School Choirs
This is Me
From The Greatest Showman. Words and Music by Benji Pasek and Justin Paul. Arrangement by Mac Huff.
Great News About the Fine Arts in Troy
Hurrah! For over ten years, the Troy School District has been selected one of the “Best Communities for Music Education in America” by the American Music Conference thanks to a supportive Board of Education, administration, community, and dedicated and talented music specialists in our classrooms. This honor is based on a national survey of more than 50 questions that explored funding, student participation, course offerings, and the overall instructional quality of the district’s music program. The Troy School District is well known throughout the state and nation for its outstanding Fine Arts education. For this, we say “thank you!” to the Troy Board of Education, Dr. Richard Machesky, Kris Griffor, and to the Building Principals for their continued support of the Fine Arts in Troy and enabling us to be the best we can be.
Choir Students
- Bemis Elementary 5th Grade Choir
- Hamilton Elementary 5th Grade Choir
- Schroeder Elementary 5th Grade Choir
- Troy High ACAP
- Boulan Park Middle School Combined 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Choirs
Bemis Elementary 5th Grade Choir
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Hamilton Elementary 5th Grade Choir
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Schroeder Elementary 5th Grade Choir
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Troy High ACAP
Boulan Park Middle School Combined 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Choirs
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Additional Program Acknowledgements
Participating Vocal Music Teachers
- Lisa Brown, Hamilton & Martell
- Hallie Burnham, Barnard & Martell
- Adrienne Covian, Athens & Troy High School
- Kate Downer, Bemis & Morse
- Michele Fredericks, Troy Union & Wattles
- Letitia Geary, Leonard & Morse
- Meghan Jain, Smith Middle School
- Lea Kirksey, Larson & Boulan Park Middle School
- Sarah McMahon, Hill & Martell
- Johnathan McNurlen, Wass & Wattles
- Emily Pyzik, Baker Middle School
- Trinity Scarnecchia, Costello & Wattles
- Corrie Spurlin, Schroeder & Morse
Central Administration
- Dr. Rich Machesky, Superintendent of Schools
- Christine DiPilato, Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Instruction
- Kris Griffor, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Instruction
- Adrienne Covian &. Corrie Spurlin, Vocal Music Coordinators
Troy Board of Education
- Emina Alic
- Vital Anne
- Matt Haupt
- Audra Melton
- Dr. Nancy Philippart
- Ayesha Potts
- Stephanie Zendler
Building Principals of Participating Schools
- Karen Bush, Barnard Elementary School
- Harleen Singh, Bemis Elementary School
- Dr. Tammy DiPonio, Costello Elementary School
- Dr. David Recker, Hamilton Elementary School
- Shari Pawlus, Hill Elementary School
- Dr. Erin Detmer, Leonard Elementary School
- Michelle Barsh, Martell Elementary School
- Scott Keen, Morse Elementary School
- Lindsay Keegan, Schroeder Elementary School
- Michael Cottone, Troy Union Elementary School
- Kristin Crowe, Wass Elementary School
- Amy Wallace, Wattles Elementary School
- Jonathan Cross, Baker Middle School
- Tony Morse, Boulan Park Middle School
- Brian Zawislak, Larson Middle School
- Ryan Brinks, Smith Middle School
- Vernon Burden, Athens High School
- Remo Roncone, Troy High School
Special Thanks
- Gino Minchella, Theater Manager and the Student Technical Crew
- Teachers and Parent Volunteers who helped make this possible
Wednesday - January 15, 2025 - 7:00 p.m.
Performance Schedule
Each program starts at 7:00 p.m. and will be held in the Athens High School Auditorium.
Troy Union Elementary
5th Grade Choir
Thriller
Words and Music by Rod Temperton. Arrangement by Mark Brymer.
Bye, Bye, Bye
Words and Music by Kristian Lunden, Jacob Schulze, Andreas Carlsson. Arrangement by Jonathan McNurlen.
Martell Elementary
5th Grade Choir
Counting Stars
Arrangement by Mark Brymer. Words and Music by Ryan Tedder.
FireFlies
Arrangement by Mark Brymer. Words and Music by Adam Young.
Arrangement by Mac Huff.
Leonard Elementary
5th Grade Choir
Fight Song
Words and Music by Rachel Platten and Dave Bassett.
I Ain't Worried
Words and Music by Ryan Tedder, Brent Kutzle, Tyler Spry, Bjorn Yttling, John Eriksson, and Peter Moren. Arrangement by Roger Emerson.
Troy High School
Madrigal Singers
You'll Never Walk Alone
Words and Music by Rodgers & Hammerstein. Arrangement by Mac Huff.
Sweet
Words and Music by Diane Warren.
Arrangement by Alan Billingsley.
Larson Middle School Choirs
Combined 6th, 7th, & 8th Grade Choir
Rewrite the Stars
Words and Music by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.
Another Day of Sun
Music by Justin Hurwitz. Lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.
Combined Choirs
Elementary & Middle School Choirs
This is Me
From The Greatest Showman. Words and Music by Benji Pasek and Justin Paul. Arrangement by Mac Huff.
Great News About the Fine Arts in Troy
Hurrah! For over ten years, the Troy School District has been selected one of the “Best Communities for Music Education in America” by the American Music Conference thanks to a supportive Board of Education, administration, community, and dedicated and talented music specialists in our classrooms. This honor is based on a national survey of more than 50 questions that explored funding, student participation, course offerings, and the overall instructional quality of the district’s music program. The Troy School District is well known throughout the state and nation for its outstanding Fine Arts education. For this, we say “thank you!” to the Troy Board of Education, Dr. Richard Machesky, Kris Griffor, and to the Building Principals for their continued support of the Fine Arts in Troy and enabling us to be the best we can be.
Choir Students
- Troy Union Elementary 5th Grade Choir
- Martell Elementary 5th Grade Choir
- Leonard Elementary 5th Grade Choir
- Troy High Madrigal Singers
- Smith Middle School Combined 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Choirs
Troy Union Elementary 5th Grade Choir
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Martell Elementary 5th Grade Choir
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Leonard Elementary 5th Grade Choir
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Troy High Madrigal Singers
Smith Middle School Combined 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Choirs
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Additional Program Acknowledgements
Participating Vocal Music Teachers
- Lisa Brown, Hamilton & Martell
- Hallie Burnham, Barnard & Martell
- Adrienne Covian, Athens & Troy High School
- Kate Downer, Bemis & Morse
- Michele Fredericks, Troy Union & Wattles
- Letitia Geary, Leonard & Morse
- Meghan Jain, Smith Middle School
- Lea Kirksey, Larson & Boulan Park Middle School
- Sarah McMahon, Hill & Martell
- Johnathan McNurlen, Wass & Wattles
- Emily Pyzik, Baker Middle School
- Trinity Scarnecchia, Costello & Wattles
- Corrie Spurlin, Schroeder & Morse
Central Administration
- Dr. Rich Machesky, Superintendent of Schools
- Christine DiPilato, Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Instruction
- Kris Griffor, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Instruction
- Adrienne Covian &. Corrie Spurlin, Vocal Music Coordinators
Troy Board of Education
- Emina Alic
- Vital Anne
- Matt Haupt
- Audra Melton
- Dr. Nancy Philippart
- Ayesha Potts
- Stephanie Zendler
Building Principals of Participating Schools
- Karen Bush, Barnard Elementary School
- Harleen Singh, Bemis Elementary School
- Dr. Tammy DiPonio, Costello Elementary School
- Dr. David Recker, Hamilton Elementary School
- Shari Pawlus, Hill Elementary School
- Dr. Erin Detmer, Leonard Elementary School
- Michelle Barsh, Martell Elementary School
- Scott Keen, Morse Elementary School
- Lindsay Keegan, Schroeder Elementary School
- Michael Cottone, Troy Union Elementary School
- Kristin Crowe, Wass Elementary School
- Amy Wallace, Wattles Elementary School
- Jonathan Cross, Baker Middle School
- Tony Morse, Boulan Park Middle School
- Brian Zawislak, Larson Middle School
- Ryan Brinks, Smith Middle School
- Vernon Burden, Athens High School
- Remo Roncone, Troy High School
Special Thanks
- Gino Minchella, Theater Manager and the Student Technical Crew
- Teachers and Parent Volunteers who helped make this possible
Thursday - January 16, 2025 - 7:00 p.m.
Performance Schedule
Each program starts at 7:00 p.m. and will be held in the Athens High School Auditorium.
Hill Elementary
5th Grade Choir
Sunday Best
Words and Music by Forrest Frank and Colin Padalecki.
FireFlies
Arrangement by Mark Brymer. Words and Music by Adam Young.
Arrangement by Mac Huff.
Wass Elementary
5th Grade Choir
Golden Hour
Words and Music by Jake Lawson and Zachary Lawson. Arrangement by Jonathan McNurlen.
Bye, Bye, Bye
Words and Music by Kristian Lunden, Jacob Schulze, Andreas Carlsson. Arrangement by Jonathan McNurlen.
Costello Elementary
5th Grade Choir
Wavin' Flags
Words and Music by Phil Larence, Jean Deval, Bruno Mars, and Keinan Warsame.
Umbrella
Words and Music by Terius Nash, Christopher Stewart, Thaddis Harrell, and Shawn Carter.
Athens High School
Women's Select Ensemble
Jenny
Words and Music by Nick Myers.
Jolene
Words and Music by Dolly Parton.
Arrangement by Mark Brymer.
Larson Middle School Choirs
7th & 8th Grade Choir
You Will Be Found
Arrangement by Mac Huff.
Combined 6th, 7th, & 8th Grade Choir
Dance Evolution
Arrangement by Mark Brymer.
Defying Gravity
Arrangement by Roger Emerson.
Combined Choirs
Elementary & Middle School Choirs
This is Me
From The Greatest Showman. Words and Music by Benji Pasek and Justin Paul. Arrangement by Mac Huff.
Great News About the Fine Arts in Troy
Hurrah! For over ten years, the Troy School District has been selected one of the “Best Communities for Music Education in America” by the American Music Conference thanks to a supportive Board of Education, administration, community, and dedicated and talented music specialists in our classrooms. This honor is based on a national survey of more than 50 questions that explored funding, student participation, course offerings, and the overall instructional quality of the district’s music program. The Troy School District is well known throughout the state and nation for its outstanding Fine Arts education. For this, we say “thank you!” to the Troy Board of Education, Dr. Richard Machesky, Kris Griffor, and to the Building Principals for their continued support of the Fine Arts in Troy and enabling us to be the best we can be.
Choir Students
- Hill Elementary 5th Grade Choir
- Wass Elementary 5th Grade Choir
- Costello Elementary 5th Grade Choir
- Athens Women's Select Ensemble
- Larson Middle School Combined 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Choirs
Hill Elementary 5th Grade Choir
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Wass Elementary 5th Grade Choir
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Costello Elementary 5th Grade Choir
- Jonah Abouna
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Athens Women's Select Ensemble
Larson Middle School Combined 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Choirs
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Additional Program Acknowledgements
Participating Vocal Music Teachers
- Lisa Brown, Hamilton & Martell
- Hallie Burnham, Barnard & Martell
- Adrienne Covian, Athens & Troy High School
- Kate Downer, Bemis & Morse
- Michele Fredericks, Troy Union & Wattles
- Letitia Geary, Leonard & Morse
- Meghan Jain, Smith Middle School
- Lea Kirksey, Larson & Boulan Park Middle School
- Sarah McMahon, Hill & Martell
- Johnathan McNurlen, Wass & Wattles
- Emily Pyzik, Baker Middle School
- Trinity Scarnecchia, Costello & Wattles
- Corrie Spurlin, Schroeder & Morse
Central Administration
- Dr. Rich Machesky, Superintendent of Schools
- Christine DiPilato, Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Instruction
- Kris Griffor, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Instruction
- Adrienne Covian &. Corrie Spurlin, Vocal Music Coordinators
Troy Board of Education
- Emina Alic
- Vital Anne
- Matt Haupt
- Audra Melton
- Dr. Nancy Philippart
- Ayesha Potts
- Stephanie Zendler
Building Principals of Participating Schools
- Karen Bush, Barnard Elementary School
- Harleen Singh, Bemis Elementary School
- Dr. Tammy DiPonio, Costello Elementary School
- Dr. David Recker, Hamilton Elementary School
- Shari Pawlus, Hill Elementary School
- Dr. Erin Detmer, Leonard Elementary School
- Michelle Barsh, Martell Elementary School
- Scott Keen, Morse Elementary School
- Lindsay Keegan, Schroeder Elementary School
- Michael Cottone, Troy Union Elementary School
- Kristin Crowe, Wass Elementary School
- Amy Wallace, Wattles Elementary School
- Jonathan Cross, Baker Middle School
- Tony Morse, Boulan Park Middle School
- Brian Zawislak, Larson Middle School
- Ryan Brinks, Smith Middle School
- Vernon Burden, Athens High School
- Remo Roncone, Troy High School
Special Thanks
- Gino Minchella, Theater Manager and the Student Technical Crew
- Teachers and Parent Volunteers who helped make this possible