Southern Maryland Regional Choir
The Southern Maryland Regional Choir formally known as The Sounds of the D.M.V began in 2017 and was organized by Elder Maurice Hunt, who recruited 60 of the finest singers, musicians and directors of the premiere group within the DC, Maryland and Virginia region. After a 2 year break due to the covid pandemic, Maurice Hunt partnered with Phillip Carter in August
2022. With this partnership they decided to rename the choir to The Maryland Southern Regional Choir. Mission Statement
The Southern Maryland Regional choir is a diverse group of talented, enthusiastic, dedicated, volunteers from around the DC, MD and VA areas. Committed to provide uplifting and life changing gospel music that will inspire people to turn to God for every situation. Reaching large scale and intimate audiences through community events, festivals, retirement communities, corporate conferences and banquets, hospitals, medical facilities, private parties and community outreach organizations. The Southern Maryland Regional choir uplifts the spirits of all listeners. We are a distinctive and dynamic “music in motion” group with an array of gifts and talents. We host and produce our own shows as well as participate in other venues. Our adaptable ensemble with its engaging repertoire of spirit filled, anointed and lively movement are well equipped to share the joy of music. Organizational Goals
In the near future, we hope to achieve a mass of group membership and involvement to propel us into larger arenas thereby, reaching the multitudes of people that need to hear from God through music. Those who join us in our efforts will not only give of themselves; but will also benefit vocally, spiritually, and educationally. Maryland Southern Regional Choir strives to:
•Seek new venues, performance opportunities, and outreach programs to pe*****te new markets and provide better service to our community
•Explore new and innovative programming opportunities involving other groups such as other choirs, dance troupes, actors, or instrumental ensembles, as well as combine concerts with other visual arts such as film, artwork, or photography
•Improve the musical quality and vocal skills of each of our choristers through clinics, retreats, workshops, and other avenues
•Expand our musical repertoire to include additional periods, styles, genres, and cultures
•Develop appropriate tour and exchange opportunities in other states and other countries
•Implement technological innovation in all operations of the organization, employing the use of the Internet, e-mail communication, and other technologies to maximum effect in outreach and the marketing of our performances, communication with our donors, and in the recruitment and retention of participants and volunteers. Values
Maryland Southern Regional Choir is a community based performing arts organization, which values:
•Camaraderie, friendship, support, and unity of a diverse population in the community
•Community service through ongoing performances and various outreach programs
•A high standard of musical excellence
•A high level of personal and group commitment
Maryland Southern Regional Choir Playbook
WHY DO WE EXIST? Prosperity – Spiritual success for Family, Friends, and People like us. Inspiration - Singing together enjoying all God’s creation and giving to causes. Like for us to get to hear: “Well done, good & faithful son.”
Relationships - With people who share our values
HOW DO WE BEHAVE? Our 8 Core Values:
● Excellence: We pledge to surpass ordinary expectations with distinction and superior quality.
● Service: We expect a spirit of excellence by providing assurance that every member will go the extra mile.
● Integrity: We mandate that everything we do to be ethical, honest, and transparent.
● Accountability: We stand by our performance and openly accept responsibility for our actions and reactions.
● Respect: We promote an environment where every member is courteous, helpful, and diversity is valued.
● Compassion: We display urgency when dealing with God’s people that are in distress and advocate empathy for our fellow men and women.
● Community: We foster a culture of integration and shared emotional connection among our neighbors.
● Gratitude: We remember where we come from and take time to be appreciative of the gifts that have been bestowed upon us by God.
● Giving
WHAT DO WE DO? We do ONE Thing:
Sing, Rejoice, and encourage others to praise God at all times.
8 Steps to Success with the Choir:
1. Personal Use: Believe in what you’re singing by reflecting back on your personal life.
2. Work: Strong work ethic on learning the song materials
3. Listen: Listening to different choirs and learning techniques.
4. Read Books: Reading God’s word (BIBLE) and Music development books.
5. Attend All Rehearsals: Commit to be available to all rehearsals
6. Be Teachable: Learning new ways of singing and receiving wisdom from those with years of experience
7. Be Accountable: God can depend on you to do what you have committed to doing.
8. Communicate: With a proper positive mental attitude. Give great RECOGNITION for volunteering. Give great RECOGNITION for work. Give great RECOGNITION for teaching others. Put productive resources with productive people.
