Southern A’Chord, Ruston’s new women’s a cappella chorus, will present its first community performance at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 31, in the fellowship hall of the Presbyterian Church of Ruston. The program, which the group hopes will become a twice-yearly tradition, will feature a mix of patriotic, gospel, and pop songs.

Formed in late 2024, and led by musical director Candice Bassett of Grayson, LA Southern A’Chord exists to bring music and joy to the community through song and the rich tradition of unaccompanied vocal harmony.

Southern A’Chord welcomes new members, at this time especially those who sing in the alto range, to fill the dynamic and harmony-rich baritone part. Interested singers can attend a rehearsal at 6 p.m. on July 17th at the Presbyterian Church of Ruston or contact membership chair Sallie Rose Hollis at sallierose@mail.com.

Admission to “Southern A’Chord: Songs of Summer” is free, and refreshments will be served following the performance. Donations will be accepted from those who wish to support the group’s musical mission.

“Our goal is to uplift, entertain, and create connection through the joy of singing,” said Judy Sisson, of Monroe, the group’s newly elected president and a longtime a cappella singer. “We hope our music brings a smile and maybe even inspires others to sing with us.”

For more information, visit the Facebook page Southern A’Chord Chorus or the website www.southernachordchorus.org.