MISSION STATEMENT: Provide high quality musical performing groups for musicians to increase their skills and make connections through their shared love of music. Build relationships by providing diverse educational experiences for children to adults. Inspire community with an appreciation of music for all generations.
Heber Valley Music is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. ..........................................................
CONDUCTORS 2019-Current Heather Thaxton -Choir Conductor Shawntelle Gale- Choir Conductor Christopher Bala-Orchestra Conductor Heather Thaxton- Orchestra Conductor Chris Bala-Jazz Ensemble Conductor John Ryszka-Jazz Ensemble Conductor
2016-2019 Heather Thaxton- Choir and Orchestra Director 2015- 2016: Thomas Pratt-Orchestra Director Claire Mustard-Choir Director 2014- 2015: Newell Bullen-Choir and Orchestra Director ..................................................
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Artistic Director: Heather Thaxton Orchestra President: Jen Stockett Choir President: Darin Prince Jazz Ensemble President: Kim Ryszka Marketing & Development: Dallin Koecher Production Manager: Robert Cooper ........................................................
History: The choir and orchestra started in 2014 by Newell Bullen and was originally called "Paradise Land Music.” In 2015, the name was changed to "Heber Valley Choir and Orchestra" to reflect the deep love of the beautiful surroundings. In 2018 we incorporated Timpanogos Valley Orchestra, which had been performing The Messiah since 2008, and playing pit orchestra for TVT under the direction of Heather Thaxton since 2006. In 2019 we changed the non-profit organization to Heber Valley Music and added the Jazz Ensemble.
Photos by Gene Sweeney, Stacey Eaton, Rachel Kahler and Newell Bullen, and others.