Appalachian Express Chorus
To serve our community by entertaining audiences with the sound of four part men's harmony; to provide an environment of fun, fellowship and growth for men who enjoy a cappella singing; and to promote the appreciation and growth of the Barbershop style in future generations.
Since 1968, the Appalachian Express Chorus has been entertaining audiences with the sounds of four part Barbershop harmony. The men who comprise the Appalachian Express come from all areas of the greater Tri-Cities, and their talents have allowed the Chorus to become one of the most respected singing organizations in the region. The Appalachian Express is part of the Barbershop Harmony Society. The Chorus entertains through annual shows, participation in FUNFEST (a week long celebration in Kingsport), and performances for other civic groups and churches. We have also performed at the
Director
Mark Kettner
2019 Board of Directors
- President - Joe Bays
- Secretary - Tom McPherson
- Treasurer - Nathan Goodwin
- VP Membership - Tony Bowman
- VP Music & Performance - Andrew Henry
- VP Scheduling & Events - Larry Crawford
- Member At Large - Dan Kleven
- Member At Large - Frank Newton
- Member At Large - Dean Renfro
- Member At Large - Larry Taylor
- Member At Large - Craig Thompson
- Immediate Past President - Jess Helton
Dixie District Contest
Each year the Appalachian Express Chorus
competes in
the Dixie
District Chorus contest.
Dixie is one of 17 districts
of the
Barbershop Harmony Society.
There are over 20
choruses from four Dixie District states -
Tennessee, Georgia,
Alabama and Mississippi.
In 2019 the Appalachian
Express achieved a 2nd place finish.