Association of Canadian Choral Condutors

Association of Canadian Choral Condutors

Monday, November 22, 2010

SHALLAWAY – Newfoundland and Labrador Youth in Chorus, Welcomes new Artistic Director, Kellie Walsh

Celebrating the start of its current season, SHALLAWAY – Newfoundland and Labrador Youth in Chorus, is thrilled to welcome its new Artistic Director, Kellie Walsh. On August 30, 2010, Susan Knight, the founder of SHALLAWAY, stepped down as Artistic Director passing the torch on to Kellie. Susan now assumes the role of Artistic Director Emeritus.
Kellie Walsh is an accomplished and well-known contributor to the music community locally, nationally and internationally. In addition to her role with SHALLAWAY, Kellie is the Founder and Artistic Director of the Lady Cove Women's Choir and Newman Sound Men's Choir, both of which have achieved national and international recognition. Kellie is active as an educator, clinician, performer, adjudicator and guest conductor. In 2008, Kellie was the recipient of the Emerging Artist Award from the Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council for her contribution to Arts and Culture in Newfoundland and Labrador.

SHALLAWAY – Newfoundland and Labrador Youth in Chorus - is an internationally renowned choral organization with choristers between the ages of seven and 18 years dedicated to the development of its youth as individuals and contributing citizens via the powerful vehicle of choral music excellence. Vist their web site: www.shallaway.ca

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