Cumberland Valley School of Music to Present Annual Gala Showcase Concert This Month
The concert will take place on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at 3:00 p.m.
Cumberland Valley School of Music is presenting their annual Gala Showcase Concert on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. in Thomson Hall Alumnae Chapel on the campus of Wilson College. The concert is a showcase of the talent in theirr community. The lineup includes exciting music and exceptional performers, including new and familiar faces. The Bravissima Award will b given to Valerie Merriman, CVSM registrar and piano instructor! If you would like to send a card or note to be presented to Valerie at the concert, please mail it to CVSM, Heather McEndree, 1015 Philadelphia Avenue, Chambersburg, PA 17201.
Performers for the concert include:
- 2024 CVSM Merit Award recipients
- Community Showcase Choir directed by Fred Davison and accompanied by Valerie Merriman
- Kevin Gorman, piano; Marlin Barnes, marimba; Mark Bryson, bass; & Sam Hepfer, drums
- Scott Ziegler, bassoon
- Heather McEndree, flute, and Mark Miller, guitar
- Joel Newman, guitar, with Herm Hopple, bass, and Sam Hepfer
- Tracy Thomas, voice, piano, and clarinet
- Bailey Hovermale, piano
- CVSM string ensemble coordinated by Deb Stotelmyer
Ticket Options:
- Patron $30.00 per person (not available to purchase at the door)
- General $15.00 per person
- CVSM Students & Families $5.00 per person
- CVSM Faculty and Children 5 and under FREE
Highlights of a patron ticket include: A personal “Thank You” in the concert program, preferred seating in the chapel, and a goody bag of treats!
Tickets can be purchased on our website at https://tinyurl.com/cvsmgala24 or by phone 717-261-1220 x3. We look forward to seeing you on October 27th!

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