The State College Choral Society (SCCS) was born in 1949 when Martha Ramsey of the State College Women's Club recruited 35 men to join the 35 women of the Women’s Club chorus for a Bach concert. Over the years, the chorus has presented an impressive number of full-length classical works. With more than 170 members, the Choral Society is the largest group to perform a classical repertoire in the region. The group seeks to offer singing opportunities and concert experiences to individuals throughout central Pennsylvania. The State College Choral Society endowment will support new initiatives and original choral works commissioned by the SCCS. The fund will also ensure the Centre Region will continue to experience and enjoy the arts through major choral music presentations.