"The West Virginians" "The West Virginians," a nationally recognized show choir from
Alderson-Broaddus College in Philippi, West Virginia, performed at Shuck
Memorial Baptist Church in Lewisburg, West Virginia.During their 24-year history, "The West Virginians" have given nearly 3200 performances throughout the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. In November 1997, "The West Virginians" represented the American Baptist Convention USA at the 125th Anniversary Celebration of the Nagaland Baptist Convention in India. They also toured the mission fields in Chiang Mai, Thailand. In addition to their live performances, "The West Virginians" have produced several television specials, a 30-minute video, and twelve full-length recordings. The dynamic group has also been designated "Official Ambassadors for the state of West Virginia."
In its twenty-fifth year, "The West Virginians" is under the direction of Mr. Jesse Tennyson. The members are selected each year by audition on the basis of their character and their multi-talented musical abilities. The present a great variety of sacred and secular music, appealing to all age groups in a variety of settings. They have made dramatic and memorable contributions to the spiritual life of hundreds of churches, while their secular performance have entertained thousands with a combination of dance, varied instrumentation, and humor. Not only do they perform Christian contemporary, rock, country, jazz, and Broadway styles, but the ensemble also doubles as a chamber choir, specializing in acapella sacred choral repertoire.
Quality music is a cherished tradition at A-B College. As a Yamaha School of Music Excellence, A-B offers excellent academic programs in applied music, music education, musical arts, and church music. A-B's music curriculum is balanced with an outstanding performance record by the colleges musical groups.
Alderson-Broaddus College is a health-related and professional educational institution firmly rooted in the liberal arts. Alderson-Broaddus College is located in Philippi, West Virginia, and is affiliated with the American Baptist Churches, USA, and the West Virginia Baptist Convention. The president is Dr. Stephen E. Markwood. To find out more about Alderson-Broaddus College, call the Office of Admissions at 1-800-263-1549, or visit the college on-line at www.ab.edu.