Sam Wanamaker is thrilled to be the Choral Director at Apex Friendship High School. He graduated with honor cum laude from Appalachian State University with a major in Choral Music Education. Professionally, Mr. Wanamaker has performed as a soloist with the North Carolina Symphony and the North Carolina Master Chorale. Mr. Wanamaker has conducted and performed throughout the United States and Europe in Concert Halls and Cathedrals. This year marks Mr. Wanamaker's eighth year of teaching and is happy to do so at Apex Friendship High School in North Carolina. "I feel like I have won the lottery... Teaching these incredible students in this community makes me believe even further that teaching choral music is my greatest joy, and I am proud to foster that joy at AFHS."
Mission:
The Apex Friendship High School Chorus seeks to inspire and enrich the lives of our students and community through quality music education and performance of high level choral music accessible to all.
Core Values:
Personal and Social Growth
Community leaders, self-discipline, confidence building, commitment, teamwork, respect for others, and appreciation & education of music for all.
Diversity, Accessibility, and Safety
Enrich the lives of people from all religious, racial, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
Creativity & Excellence
To pursue excellence in quality music education for singers & for teachers.
Vision:
All students can and should experience the power and joy of singing. Music education and performance experiences are essential to the development of a high personal standard of excellence.