Blue Ridge Chorale of Culpeper, Inc

MISSION: The Blue Ridge Chorale exists to provide cultural and musical enrichment to its members and the community, primarily by presenting vocal concerts.  In that endeavor it attracts musician and audiences from a variety of counties in the central Virginia area. 

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The Blue Ridge Chorale (BRC), the premier central Virginia community choir since 1967.  The BRC is a nonprofit organization with the goal of bringing inspiring choral music to our community.  We strive to lift the hearts and minds of our listeners through song.  At its beginning, a few music lovers decided to get together to sing, and with the guidance and help of wonderfully talented directors and accompanists, the Chorale has expanded far beyond what the originators could imagine. Today, we have singers of all ages from central Virginia counties, and we welcome all who enjoy music and love to sing. 

The Chorale relies on donations and concert proceeds to continue its musical tradition.

Our talented Music Team, Music Director Melanie Bolas (center), Asst. Director Kathy Pellegreen (left) and Accompanist Brittany Bache. (right)

Our 2026 $500.00 Scholarship Winner, Elijah Wilson, presented by our Board President, Rochelle Stokes. BRC provides an annual $500.00 scholarship to one graduating High School student each Spring.

Below is a photo of our Blue Ridge Chorale at our most recent concert held this Spring at Culpeper United Methodist Church. We continue to grow year after year and your support allows us to keep our music free in the community! We were 62 strong this Spring, 67 counting our music team and our musicians.

Blue Ridge Chorale Board of Directors:

President - Rochelle Stokes 

Vice President- Christina Love-Ballard 

Secretary - Lisa Paquette 

Treasurer - Sara Ratcliffe

Librarian - Marie Krug

Communications - Megan Shaffer 

Publicity - Tanya Smith

Social - Charleata Williams-Stokes 

Production - Carl Walbroehl