Electrifying Easternnaires
Choral group by Sis. Dorothy Carpenter Wells

Electrifying Easternnaires

Electrifying Easternnaires

Electrifying Easternnaires

About Us

History of the Electrifying Easternnaires

In the 1960s, youth from six Church of Christ congregations, of which were Harlem, Brooklyn, Mt. Vernon, Washington Heights (all in New York), Morristown and Newark (in New Jersey), were brought together in a choral group by Sis. Dorothy Carpenter Wells. This youth chorus, under various names, would travel to Church of Christ functions, youth events, and fellowships to sing spiritual songs for all in attendance to enjoy. In 1969, this youth chorus would officially be named the Electrifying Easternnaires by Asst. Minister Charles Singleton of the Washington Heights congregation, paying homage to its origins. The chorus was directed by Sis Wells for over 50 years. The group’s purpose was then, and is now, to develop young minds and mentor youth through a singing ministry, allegiance to God, love for family, education and respect for self. Sis Dorothy Wells and the Easternnaires are one of the most well-known youth choral groups in the brotherhood. Thirty congregations have been represented from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania, traveling to over 26 states. The 1990’s saw the addition of the children of the first Easternnaires and the grandchildren of the first parents and counselors. Easternnaires have grown up and gone on to do great things with their lives. We are proud of their many accomplishments and degrees, but more importantly, their faithfulness to God.

STATISTICS:

  • There are over 1,500 Easternnaires
  • There are only seven full rehearsals a year.
  • The group performs at Area Conferences, National Conferences, benefit programs, and more
  • The group recorded 3 CDs, 2 albums, and one tape
  • The Easternnaires held its first Reunion in Brooklyn in 1988 and continues tevery 5 years (last being in 2019)
  • The End of the Year Program is held annually. Funds are raised to assist the group with trips, conferences, and activities.
  • 100% of recent high school graduates have gone on to college

• Alumni Easternnaires are now the directors, coordinators and counselors of the group – continuing Sis Wells legacy