Catherine H. Garner, DMA - Concert Choir
Catherine H. Garner, DMA, a pianist and assistant teaching instructor on faculty at East Carolina University, Dr. Garner received a Doctorate in Collaborative Arts and Chamber Music under the direction of Dr. Jean Barr from the Eastman School of Music. She received a Master of Music degree in Vocal Accompanying and Coaching from Florida State University and a Bachelors of Music in Piano Performance at Louisiana State University. For three years prior to starting her Doctoral program, she was the faculty pianist at East Carolina University. Dr. Garner rejoined the East Carolina faculty after completing her studies from the Eastman School, where she held a teaching assistantship for the undergraduate accompanying classes, and assistantships in studio accompanying and opera coaching. Along with her active performing career she is currently a member of the piano faculty and the director of the Collaborative Piano at East Carolina University. |
Cory Whaley - Youth Chorale
Cory Whaley is a collaborative pianist working in Eastern North Carolina. He teaches private voice and piano lessons in Wilson, NC at The Singer’s Studio as well as in Pitt County. Additionally, Mr. Whaley works with the community theater and Wilson Arts Council as Musical Director for many of their productions as well as serving as an accompanist to many local schools in Pitt County, Wilson County, Onslow County, and Craven County. Cory has studied piano with Dowell Idol from Jacksonville, NC and Dr. Kerry Carlin and Dr. Catherine Garner of East Carolina University. He spends most of his time practicing piano, traveling, and taking care of his wonderful dog, Bartok. “I am thrilled to take on this new opportunity with the Greenville Choral Society Youth Chorale! After working with Mr. Hancock for many years, it’s a privilege to serve as his accompanist for such a special group of singers! Thank you for this wonderful, exciting, new adventure!” |
Fran Wilson - Children's Chorus
Mrs. Wilson is the accompanist for the Greenville Choral Society Children's Chorus and Bella Voce. She received a B.A. in Elementary Education from East Carolina University and taught in Pitt County for 33 years. While at ECU, Mrs. Wilson studied piano privately under Dr. Elizabeth Drake. Mrs. Wilson is currently the accompanist for The Memorial Baptist Church, a post she has held for over 28 years. She has accompanied several groups including Adoration at the White House and Carnegie Hall, school choruses, including Hope Middle School, and she directs a children's choir at church. Mrs. Wilson is also a member of the Greenville Choral Society Concert Choir and the North Carolina Baptist Singers and Orchestra.
Mrs. Wilson is the accompanist for the Greenville Choral Society Children's Chorus and Bella Voce. She received a B.A. in Elementary Education from East Carolina University and taught in Pitt County for 33 years. While at ECU, Mrs. Wilson studied piano privately under Dr. Elizabeth Drake. Mrs. Wilson is currently the accompanist for The Memorial Baptist Church, a post she has held for over 28 years. She has accompanied several groups including Adoration at the White House and Carnegie Hall, school choruses, including Hope Middle School, and she directs a children's choir at church. Mrs. Wilson is also a member of the Greenville Choral Society Concert Choir and the North Carolina Baptist Singers and Orchestra.
