A summa cum laude graduate of Hardin-Simmons University, Lacey Bilyeu is a classically trained soprano vocalist with a Bachelor of Arts in Music and a minor in Psychology. Born and raised in Pampa, Texas, she brings a deep-rooted passion for music and community to every performance. With a particular love for choral music, she believes in the unique power of choir to unite people from all walks of life.

During her time at Hardin-Simmons, she served as Choir President and directed the university’s All-School SING! for two years—experiences that sparked her passion for arts administration. Whether performing or leading behind the scenes, she brings dedication, creativity, and heart to every musical endeavor.

Dee Romines, associate professor of choral music education, earned the Bachelor of Science degree in instrumental music education from the University of Tennessee, the Master of Music in choral conducting from the Eastman School of Music, and the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in choral conducting from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. His principal teachers were Dr. Eph Ehly, Dr. W J Julian, Dr. Donald Neuen, and Dr. Charles Robinson. At HSU, Romines teaches courses in choral music education, undergraduate and graduate conducting, supervises student teachers, directs the HSU Chorale, and assists with all aspects of the choral program. Prior to his appointment at HSU, Romines held similar music education positions at the University of Georgia and the University of Missouri-Kansas City. From 1987 to 1998, he was the academy choral director at Punahou School in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Additional experience includes teaching elementary, middle, and high school instrumental music in Kentucky, Georgia, Tennessee, and Missouri, as well as directing church and community choirs. Professional affiliations: American Choral Directors Association, Texas Music Educators Association, National Collegiate Choral Organization, and Pi Kappa Lambda.

Joining the St Paul staff in 2007, Adam leads the music ministry and is Executive Producer for the weekly Broadcasts. He is also a Conductor for Chorus Abilene’s Youth Chorus and Youth Chorale. Prior to Abilene, Adam served churches in Weatherford, Cleburne, and Corsicana; accepting his first church position in 1993. The first time Adam lived in Abilene was to study for the Bachelor of Music in Church Music at McMurry University. He is frequently a judge and clinician for choral events. In addition to Texas, his ensembles have performed in Brady, Stephenville, Dallas, New Orleans, London, Paris, Salzburg, Prague, and Vienna; not in that order, nor all in one trip.
Adam is married to Holly, and teacher at the AISD Magnet Program at McMurry Univesity. They have two daughters, Rigby and Hazel, and a son, David. As a family, they enjoy watching movies and planning trips to the mountains, the lake, the river, or the beach. Adam is fluent in pop-culture references spanning most Galaxies and Middle Earth, identifies Wookie-Hobbit, and is still waiting on his letter from Hogwarts.

Serayah Peters received her Bachelor of Music in Music Education (Choral) Grades EC-12 from Hardin-Simmons University. She has been a music director for Clyde High School’s musicals for the past five years, as well as been on the stage multiple times herself. Her last roles were Marmee in HSU’s production of Little Women the Musical, and Anna Glawari in the HSU’s production of an operetta, The Merry Widow. Serayah is also currently the Box Office Supervisor for the Abilene Philharmonic. She keeps herself busy in the fine arts in order to allow herself to grow and gain more experience. Serayah is currently a voice teacher where she trains singers in classical, musical theatre, and even commercial music. She is also the director of Chorus Abilene’s brand new a cappella ensemble, BackBeat. She also finds time to perform her own gigs as a soloist. She most recently won the Jerry Herman Legacy Contest and was featured as a guest soloist to perform with the Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra.

Robin Davis received her Bachelor of Music in Music Education (Choral) Grades EC-12 from McMurry University with Magna Cum Laude honors. She was the head choir director at Wylie HS and JH for 8 years where her choirs consistently earned Sweepstakes in UIL concert and sightreading contest, made appearances for various events in Abilene, and had numerous students named to the Small School All State Choir and State Solo and Ensemble Competitions. Robin also taught kindergarten and 1st grade music at Wylie. She currently teaches voice lessons and is a stay at home mother.
Robin was the music director for the musicals produced at Wylie during her tenure, and has been the guest music director for musicals at McMurry including Spamalot, I do! I do! and Carousel. Her most recent role was Julie Jordan in McMurry’s Summer Theatre presentation of Carousel.
Robin serves in her church as the Family Ministry and Assimilation Coordinator. She teaches children’s music for their annual VBS and directs the children’s Christmas show. She also serves as a children’s leader for Bible Study Fellowship.
Robin is married to Josh Davis and together they have 4 children, Jackson, Lilly, Andrew and Rosie. Robin enjoys crafting, especially scrapbooking and t-shirt making, and exploring new places with her family.

Marc Sanders is a collaborative pianist from Albany, Texas. He currently serves as the Coordinator of Collaborative Piano at Abilene Christian University.

Before his current appointment, Marc held positions as staff accompanist at both Hardin-Simmons & McMurry Universities, where he maintained a prolific performance schedule. Performance opportunities there included undergraduate, graduate, and faculty recitals, studio classes, musicals, and accompanying choral ensembles.

He is also an active church musician, having held positions as pianist or organist for over twenty-five years. He has been the pianist at Pioneer Drive Baptist Church in Abilene since 2006. He tours and performs with their high school choir every summer.

Other musical endeavors have included work with the Civic Orchestra of Abilene, Red River Lyric Opera (as conductor for Rachel Portman's "The Little Prince", July 2019), the Church of the Heavenly Rest recital series, North Central Texas College, KCACTF, the Point Theatre, Abilene Community Theatre (where he now serves on the Board of Directors), and the Paramount Theatre in Abilene.

Marc adores spending time with his beautiful daughter, Josephine. His hobbies include collecting vinyl records, watching baseball, and finding new ways to connect with the community. He is thrilled to be joining the outstanding Chorus Abilene team this season.

Van Hayes has accompanied the Chorus Abilene Youth choirs since 1995. He is the organist at Aldersgate United Methodist Church and also accompanies the McMurry Chanters. In 2017, Van retired from Wylie ISD after 25 years of teaching Elementary Music.
He received his Bachelor of Music degree from McMurry College and his Orff Schulwerk training in music education at Southern Methodist University. In 2005, he was voted Teacher of the Year at Wylie Intermediate School. In 2014, he was voted runner up for favorite teacher in the Abilene Reporter News Readers’ Choice Awards. His wife, Kristy, is a retired Wylie Choir Director and Elementary Music Teacher.

Originally from Michigan, Jeanine Wheeler received her dual Bachelor's in music education and music therapy from Radford University (VA). After several years teaching K-12 general and choral music, while singing in The Steiner Chorale, she went to the University of Kentucky to begin work on a masters in collaborative piano. While there, she sang with The Lexington Singers and served as pianist for SisterSound. Coming to West Texas to be near family in Abilene and work as a music therapist in Lubbock, she began to sing with Chorus Abilene, Abilene Chamber Singers, and The Lubbock Chorale. Currently, she is thrilled to be teaching, performing, and providing music therapy and pet therapy services at Hardin-Simmons University, St. Paul United Methodist Church, and throughout the Abilene community. She's very excited to now work with Robin Davis and the Children's Chorus!