The Montgomery County Choral Society has named a new artistic director, according to an April 22 news release.

In a nutshell

Jim Kritikos will serve as the nonprofit’s newest artistic director, according to the news release. Before pursuing a career in insurance, Kritikos spent 15 years as a choir director serving at Leander, Comal and Klein ISDs.

Kritikos also serves as the director of worship at Wildwood United Methodist Church in Magnolia, according to the news release.

Zooming out

The Montgomery County Choral Society is a nonprofit organization that was formed in 1972, according to the news release. The organization averages around 60 members who range in age from high school students to retirees.

Learn more by visiting www.mcchoral.org.