Meet Our Director
Melanie Jewell was born into a musical family and has been singing her entire life. She graduated with honors from Shenandoah University with a degree in Music Therapy. With over 25 years of experience, Melanie has served in various leadership roles, including Lead Musician, Interim Music Director, and Music Director, and has directed numerous adult and children’s choruses.
For the past ten years, Melanie has been an active member of Sweet Adelines, participating in four different choruses, four quartets, and attending the Women’s Harmony Brigade for six years. She is thrilled to combine her love for directing with her passion for barbershop as the Director of Vista Hills Chorus.
For the past ten years, Melanie has been an active member of Sweet Adelines, participating in four different choruses, four quartets, and attending the Women’s Harmony Brigade for six years. She is thrilled to combine her love for directing with her passion for barbershop as the Director of Vista Hills Chorus.