Residents of Effingham, Chatham and Screven counties are encouraged to head to the first rehearsal Feb. 3 from 7-9 p.m. in the Springfield United Methodist Church sanctuary. Auditions are not required, but people who can read music or who are willing to learn are sought. All people high school age or above are welcome.

Rehearsals will occur every Tuesday with the first performance scheduled for May 2-3. Contact Tommy Webster, conductor (tommy@effinghamchorale.com) or visit the Web site www.effinghamchorale.com.