MISSION
North Valley Community Chorus is dedicated to fostering a love for choral music within our community. We aim to create a welcoming space where individuals can express themselves through song, develop their vocal skills, and build lasting friendships. By performing a diverse repertoire, we share the joy of music and connect with audiences. Our passion for music is matched only by our commitment to inclusivity and personal growth.
CORE VALUES
Excel in artistic choral performances.
Nurture a welcoming and supportive singing community.
Grow as musicians through skill development.
Share the joy of choral music with all audiences.
Inspire the next generation of singers.
Board of Directors
Marcia Stratman, President
Jeff White, Vice President
Cherry Haas, Treasurer
Gretchen Bixler, Secretary
Danna Bone, Member-at-Large
Rebecca Wilson, Member-at-Large
Steve Bixler, Personnel/Stage Manager, Advisory Member
Kellie Menke, Advisory Member
Pamela White, Advisory Member
Artistic Staff
Dr. John Buehler, Artistic Director
The former conductor of the Cannon Beach Chorus, Dr. John Buehler, is also the former director of Choral Studies at Baker University, was also Chairman of the Department of Music at Baker U., and is now Professor Emeritus of Music. He earned degrees in music education and choral conducting from Fort Hays State University, Wichita State University, and the University of Missouri-Kansas City.
For twenty-five years, Dr. Buehler directed Baker University choirs in concert tours across the United States, and in Europe and Asia. He has been a guest conductor for numerous choirs from middle school groups to adult professional choirs.
Prior to joining the Baker University faculty in 1984, Dr. Buehler taught choral music in the high schools of Kansas. He received the 1995-1996 Exemplary Teacher Award presented by The Board of Higher Education and Ministries of the United Methodist Church and Baker University, the 2009 Baker University Trustee Medallion, and the 2009 Harry Robert Wilson Award presented by the Kansas Choral Directors Association. He was elected to the Kansas Music Educators Association Hall of Fame (2019) and the Baker University Faculty Hall of Fame (2020).
Dr. Buehler served OR ACDA as the R&R Chair for Community Choirs and also for Lifelong Music until 2023. Dr. Buehler is the founding director of the North Valley Community Chorus, an adult community chorus in McMinnville, Oregon.
Dr. Susan Buehler is a former member of the music/voice faculty at Baker University in Baldwin City, KS and is Professor Emeritus of Music and recipient of the Baker University Trustee medallion and Exemplary Teaching award. While teaching at Baker, Susan served as the collaborative pianist for the Choral Department and faculty and student recitals. She holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Fort Hays State University and Master and Doctoral degrees in vocal performance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory of Music. She has been the pianist for numerous individuals, choirs, and events and has maintained her voice and piano studio Music Lasts A Lifetime throughout her career.
Dr. Susan Buehler, Collaborative Pianist
