Celebration Singers, Inc

The Celebration Singers is a community show choir and non-profit charitable organization established in 1997 in Abilene, Texas. The Singers' goal is to present quality music to Abilene and the Big Country community at no admission cost. This is only made possible through generous donations from the community, grants, sponsors and underwriters, member contributions, and the hundreds of volunteer hours our members give each year.

Members of the Celebration Singers come from all over Abilene & the Big Country, are all-ages, and cover a variety of professions. Our performances feature a variety of music and include two annual concerts as well as special programs at other venues throughout the area. Our shows also feature smaller ensembles that add to the variety and allow more of our members to shine.

If you love music as much as we do, you won't want to miss the Celebration Singers!

Members of the Celebration Singers come from all over Abilene & the Big Country, are all-ages, and cover a variety of professions. Some of us have been singing our whole lives, while others have studied and trained in music theory. We join together out of our love for music, and we gain the benefits of friendship in the process. In many ways, the Celebration Singers is one big 30+ member family!

Becoming a Member

New members are invited to join the organization at the beginning of either the fall or the spring season. Singers should be able to read music, or at least have a "good ear," are quick learners, or have been successful choir members in past ensemble experiences. Rehearsals are held every Tuesday evening during the season, and a final dress rehearsal is held on the evening before the show. Singers are encouraged to attend all rehearsals and performances and be willing to volunteer with the show's production (sorting music, sewing costumes, creating props, etc.) if able. Dues and costume fees are kept to a minimum. If you are interested in becoming a member or would like more information, please contact us!

Our Leadership

Lora Lynn Christensen

Our Director & Accompanist
Lora Lynn Christensen is a Nationally Certified Teacher of Music and owner of an independent piano studio of more than 30 years in Abilene. She has been an adjunct faculty member at McMurry University since 2011, teaching piano and accompanying vocal students. She is the Past State President of Texas Federation of Music Clubs, has served on the board of Opera in the Ozarks and is a member of the Abilene Music Teachers Association (Texas Music Teachers Association and Music Teachers National Association) and the Harmony Club (TFMC). She is also a founding member of Abilene Opera Association.

Lora Lynn currently serves on the boards of Harmony Family Services and the Celebration Singers. She is a member of the Kiwanis Club of Abilene, is an SAI patroness, and is the pianist at St. James United Methodist Church. Fun facts: she also plays the accordion, the McMurry Carillon and the Kiwanis Club of Abilene historic McMurry calliope.

Lora Lynn has served as the accompanist for the Celebration Singers since 1999, and she became the Director of the Celebration Singers in the fall of 2024.