The Silver Serenaders
Silver Serenaders of Texas
President/CEO
Mary Crawford
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In 2010 the choir was reorganized and a Corporate Staff was established; to include a
President and CEO to serve and give continuity for the Silver Serenaders of Texas, Inc. for our leadership team.
Mary Crawford worked with Baylor Health Care System Foundation serving many Presidents. Applying the skills and techniques and her love for music she has been a great addition to the team.
2024-2025 DIRECTORS
Dennis Jeter (Chairperson)
Larry Skinner (Vice-Chairperson)
Millie Strickland* (Secretary of Board)
Dr.Joshua Brown
Durhl Caussey
Ginger Lindsay
Jolette McHargue
Wayne Musgrave
Sonny Rios
Darcy Sety
Diane Wynne
Alice Zaccarello
*Also officer of choir, serving 1-year term--
all others elected for 3-year terms.
Jamye Aldape*
Sandra Cheshier*
Ruth Cobb*
Darrell Holden*
Ron Simpson*
Henry Thomas*
Board of Directors
Artistic Director
Chett Haynes
Chett Haynes was appointed Artistic Director in October 2011. He is a graduate of the University of Texas at Dallas and Dallas Theological Seminary. He served as music minister in various Dallas County posts for more than 25 years before becoming the Minister of Music and Worship at First Baptist Church Waxahachie in 2008.
Chett is an accomplished soloist and musical conductor, and will lead the Silver Serenaders on to even greater achievements in the future.
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OUR MISSION
We want to be a witness to the good news of Jesus Christ through the musical arts. Our goal is to promote community service, patriotism, and Christianity. If you love music and good, Christian fellowship, perhaps this is the place for you.
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You can help us make a difference in the lives of senior citizens and the community with your generous tax-deductible gifts.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED ?s
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SILVER SERENADER CHORALE
The Chorale, directed by Aaron Ledford, adds a much needed extension to our ministry. This smaller group allows us to perform in different venues, such as Senior Adult Centers, Residential and Assisted Living Centers, and small community events. Call 214-668-9843 to speak to a representative about booking the Silver Serenader Chorale at Christmas time.
Our Founders
HISTORY
James F. and Betty Palmer founded the Silver Serenaders of Texas Senior Adult Choir in 1981 at Cliff Temple Baptist Church, Dallas. At the time the choir was known as the Sunset Serenaders. In 1996, the present name was adopted, the organization was incorporated, and a Board of Directors from the community and the choir was installed.
Jim is a graduate of Baylor University as well as a graduate of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Betty also graduated from Baylor University. In 1993, Jim and Betty Palmer were presented the Award of Excellence for service to senior adults by Baylor University. They led the Silver Serenaders of Texas for over 30 years before retiring.
Following its incorporation as a non-profit corporation in the State of Texas, the Silver Serenaders of Texas was designated in 1997 by the Internal Service as a 501(c)(3) corporation. At this point, the choir removed itself from its long association with Cliff Temple Baptist Church and became an interdenominational community choir with corporate headquarters in Dallas, Texas. The choir rehearses at the Hillcrest Baptist Church in Cedar Hill, Texas. Although the choir has no formal affiliation with this wonderful church, it does have a covenant relationship of mutual support with the church, and counts it as a most supportive friend.
In its long history, the Silver Serenaders has performed throughout the United States, including Hawaii, as well as overseas in Israel. The choir has performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City as part of the Distinguished Choral Concert Series, as well as at the Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas. Numerous collegiate venues have included Baylor University, Sul Ross University, Dallas Baptist University, Hardin Simmons University, East Texas Baptist University, Houston Baptist University, and Southern Methodist University. Countless churches have been privileged to hear America's premier Senior Adult Choir over the years.
The Silver Serenaders continue to bring music with a message to audiences everywhere.
Jim and Betty Palmer
