CAMP Rehoboth Chorus
The CAMP Rehoboth Chorus is gearing up for its signature President’s Day weekend concert, “The British Are Coming!” The invasion will boast tunes from The Beatles, George Michael, Spice Girls, Queen, Adele, Elton John, The Bee Gees, and more! Artistic Director Doug Yetter will be accompanied by David Zipse and the CAMP Chorus band, and will treat attendees to medleys galore for a comprehensive English music experience.
Performances will be February 16 and 17 at 7 p.m., and February 18 at 3 p.m. at Epworth United Methodist Church. Tickets are $25, and will be available for CAMP Rehoboth members the week of December 4.
DATES:
- February 16, 7 p.m.
- February 17, 7 p.m.
- February 19, 3 p.m.
LOCATION:
Epworth United Methodist Church at 19285 Holland Glade Rd, Rehoboth Beach, DE.
This program is supported, in part, by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. The Division promotes Delaware arts events on DelawareScene.com.
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Who We Are
CAMP Rehoboth Chorus is a diverse 100-member community chorus open to all and committed to presenting major, high quality entertainment for audiences throughout the region. It also includes a smaller Ensemble of select singers that perform in smaller venues not able to accommodate the full Chorus. Free outreach concerts are made available throughout the year at senior centers, assisted living and retirement communities and other venues including, the annual World AIDS Day service at All Saints Episcopal Church, the Rehoboth Farmers Market, the Rehoboth Art League annual open house, and Senator Carper’s Annual Holiday Toys for Tots fundraiser. Like CAMP Rehoboth, we are an inclusive community with a diverse and enthusiastic mix of LGBTQ, straight, young, older, single and married singers from all walks of life and levels of musical training and experience.
Mission
As a program of CAMP Rehoboth, the Chorus, founded in 2009, reflects CAMP’s vision to “Create a More Positive Rehoboth” by reaching out to all, celebrating LGBTQ diversity, and bringing the community together through the power of song. The Chorus strives to provide the highest quality vocal music and entertainment to help promote cooperation, understanding, and inclusivity within the Chorus and throughout the community, regardless of race, gender, religion, age, physical abilities, or sexual orientation. Because music touches hearts in ways words alone never will, the chorus supports “Music and Memory,” a charity that enriches the lives of elderly and infirm people by providing each of them with an MP3 player that contains musical playlist based on their personal history and musical preferences.
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Music Makers
Doug Yetter – Musical & Artistic Director
DOUG has enjoyed a lifetime in the arts as a conductor, arranger, composer, actor, director, and producer. He has nine published works for the musical theater (two having been produced off-Broadway), and an opera to his credit. In addition to his work with CAMP Rehoboth Chorus, he is the Director of Music Ministries for Epworth United Methodist, as well as co-founder and Artistic Director emeritus of the Clear Space Theatre Company. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Maryland where he received his Bachelor of Arts in composition. He received and his Master of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre Writing from New York University. Doug is a member of the Dramatists Guild of America, the American Federation of Musicians, the American Guild of Organists, and the American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers (ASCAP).
David Zipse – Collaborative Artist & Accompanist
DAVE has an extensive and varied musical background as a solo performer, accompanist, conductor, and producer. He graduated summa cum laude from the Shenandoah Conservatory of Music with a degree in Music Composition. He is renowned for his vast repertoire over 1000 memorized songs and prides himself on being able to play most any request. He has accompanied and acted with Opera Delaware in several productions, including the starring (and title) role of Gershwin, By George! at Wilmington’s Chase Center on the Riverfront, where he was acclaimed a “virtuoso” by critics. DAVE is a popular performer in area restaurants and clubs and at the Rehoboth Jazz Festival. He continues to work as music director and accompanist for musicals and shows.
Jeff Buhrman – Assistant Director
Jeff was a teacher, high school choral director and school counselor for 25 years before moving into the LGBTQA+ choral movement. He was artistic director/conductor of the Gay Men’s Chorusof Washington, DC, for 15 years, leading the group in performances at the Kennedy Center, Carnegie Hall, and concert venues around the country. Under his leadership, GMCW sang at the Kennedy Center Honors celebrating Elizabeth Taylor in 2002 and Jerry Herman in 2010. In 2009 Mr. Buhrman led the group in a concert at the Lincoln Memorial during the inauguration of President Barack Obama.
David Kemper – Sectional and Outreach Accompanist
DAVE grew up in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, where he discovered his musical talents at an early age. He began piano lessons at age eight and quickly found himself accompanying (and singing in) area choirs and choruses. After 30 years in public education, in 2012 he retired to Rehoboth Beach and currently serves as the director of music at St. Martha’s Episcopal Church in Bethany Beach and is on the board of the American Guild of Organists. Dave continues to provide accompaniment and musical direction for local theater productions. His true claim to fame is being the fourth-grade teacher of two-time Tony Award nominee Jonathan Groff.
Producers
Larry Rosen & Barry Bugg – Production Managers
LARRY and BARRY serve as Production Managers for the Chorus after 20 years of serving the same role for the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington DC. Barry also worked and volunteered in theater and choral production for nearly 10 years prior to his work with the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington DC. They coordinate with Doug about stage performance, prepare concert venues for performances, coordinate any necessary costuming, direct staging, and manage the sound and lighting.
The Chorus is fortunate to have such a talented and experienced team leading it.
*Photos by Murray Archibald, except for Jeff Buhrman's photo.
Organization and Management
The overall policy and direction of the Chorus is governed by a Leadership Committee consisting of seven (7) Chorus members who are elected by the membership, receive no compensation, and are dedicated to the community enrichment and outreach purposes for which the Chorus was founded.
The Leadership Committee:
Dave Scuccimarra (Chair)
Judy Olsen (Treasurer)
Dianna Johnston
Bill Fuchs
Gloria Richards
Carolyn Laurenzo
Travis Stevens
Section Leaders: Section leaders promote artistic excellence by providing the critical communication link between chorus members and musical and other leadership. For example, they assure that their section members are kept apprised of program expectations and information, track attendance, and arrange sectional rehearsals. They also coordinate with other section leaders to assure consistency throughout the organization.
Alto: Linda Porto
Bass: Ron Parks
Soprano: Gail Hecky
Tenor: David Kemper
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. The Division promotes Delaware arts events on www.DelawareScene.com. Additional support comes from donors and advertisers. For more information, call 302-227-5620.