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, and has been directed by Tony Bowman since 1982. 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 Lincoln Theater in Marion, Virginia and the Paramount in Bristol, Tennessee.  Last year they added the prestigious Niswonger Performing Arts Center in Greeneville, Tennessee and the Wellmont Regional Center for the Performing Arts at Northeast State to their list of venues.  Men of all ages are welcome to visit the Appalachian Express Chorus at its rehearsal location. For information about performances or membership, call the Harmony Hotline at 423-384-9992 or send an email to appalachian.express@gmail.com

Quartets

Applejack:

  • Tenor - Larry Taylor
  • Lead - Jim Snodgrass
  • Bass - Bill Boggs
  • Baritone - John Snodgrass

Our Board of Directors

  • President - David Guy
  • Secretary - Bob Lowe
  • Treasurer - Phil Robertson
  • VP Membership - Jess Helton
  • VP Music & Performance - Lynn Trapp
  • VP PR/Marketing - Harry Arnold
  • VP Scheduling & Events - Jerre Whitson
  • At-Large Member - Graham Bannister
  • At-Large Member - Bill Boggs
  • At-Large Member - Mitch Link
  • At-Large Member - Tom McPherson
  • Immediate Past President - Nathan Goodwin

Dixie District Contest

Each year the Appalachian Express Chorus competes in the Dixie District Chorus contest.  The Dixie District is one of 16 regions of the Barbershop Harmony Society.  There are over 20 choruses from four Dixie District states - Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi.  In 2013, the Appalachian Express Chorus competed in Gadsden, Alabama and finished 4th, its highest ever.