About Us | The Tulsa Carolers

About The Tulsa Carolers

The Tulsa Carolers is a collection of professional singers, grouped in quartets, dressed in Dickensian costume, available for hire to impeccably sing holiday music in a cappella arrangements for your next holiday party, event, or business. We guarantee a professional, quality, and timeless holiday experience from some of Tulsa’s finest vocal performers. Please contact us to book a quartet or for more information.

We look forward to singing for you!

The Owner and Operator

I'm Afton Mancini, and I was born and raised in Tulsa but spent 14 years in Los Angeles working as a freelance singer, songwriter, music educator, and production manager for notable music acts. I came back to town during the pandemic with my fellow musician husband and our infant daughter to be closer to family. We now have another child, a son, and we enjoy continuing our music endeavors here in Tulsa and around the country. A significant part of my time in LA was spent performing with two different, professional, and long-standing caroling companies. It was one of the most enjoyable things I did while living there. Having the opportunity to spread some holiday cheer was something I looked forward to every winter. The beautiful costumes, the venues, the music, the harmonies, and the camaraderie were a joy. But what I loved most was seeing the grateful and misty tears in our audience's eyes when we'd sing their favorite holiday songs. I knew I always wanted to move back home, and I knew that when I did, I would start my own caroling company. Well, that time is now, and with the help of my former employer's guidance, I am thrilled to be continuing this caroling journey by elevating the spirits of Tulsans every year.
Joyfully,
Afton Mancini
"A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices!"

Our Singers

Lyndon Meyer, bass

Lyndon is a well-known Tulsa figure. He is the principal pianist for the Tulsa Opera, as well as their music director. Additionally, he is the music director and organist at Saint Mary’s Catholic Parish. Recently, he has been stretching his singing abilities in the newly formed vocal ensemble, Singers4. Lyndon is a beloved Tulsa treasure and we are thrilled to have him donning a top hat for us!

Whitney Hollis, soprano

Whitney H is busy lady here in Tulsa. She is the pianist for the Tulsa Opera Signature Chorale, a pianist for the Tulsa Opera, and accompanist for Summit Christian Academy. In addition to this, she has taught private lessons for Brooks Fine Arts Academy for many years, and is also a staff soprano for the Saint John’s Parish and Chamber Choir, as well as the Oklahoma Bach Choir. Whitney’s musical prowess is something to behold!

Mary Ann Stewart, alto

‭Mary Ann Stewart is a native of Tulsa and moved back‬ after living many years in NYC. You may recognize her from her performances in "Into the Woods‬‭", or in‬‭ the leading role for "The Medium"‬‭ with Tulsa Opera.‬ ‭She has sung in various opera houses around the world. ‭She will be singing with Tulsa Opera again in the Spring as the mezzo soloist in‬ Dvorak’s‬‭ Stabat Mater‬‭ at Holy Family Cathedral.‬ We are so honored to have Mary Ann in TTC this season!

Sam Briggs, tenor

You may recognize Sam as he is a local super-star. Sam is very active in the arts in Tulsa and has worked with Discoveryland, Tulsa Opera, Theatre Pops/American Theatre Company, Tulsa Project Theatre, and Theatre Tulsa. Additionally, he was the grand prize winner of the 2019 Tulsa Sings! competition. Sam is a Tulsa treasure and we are over the moon to have him in the company!

Jacob Gates, bass

Jacob is our youngest caroler and brings fresh enthusiasm for a cappella singing. He is a recent graduate from TU and has earned gobs of singing experience in the world of barber shop! He is a staff bass in the Saint John’s Parish and Chamber choirs, as well as the Oklahoma Bach Choir. Jacob loves a cappella singing so much that he carries his very own pitch pipe in a holster with him at all times. Now that’s dedication!

Alexandra Johnson, soprano

Alex is a Tulsa-based singer who has performed with numerous local theater companies, including Theatre Tulsa, American Theatre Company, and Tulsa Opera, where she is both a Filstrup Resident Artist and a frequent mainstage and chorus performer. By day, she works in arts administration as Tulsa Opera's Marketing and Development Manager. Alex is thrilled to join The Tulsa Carolers this season and bring holiday cheer to the Tulsa community!

Margaret Stall, alto

Margaret is a Tulsa based actor and singer. Locally, she has performed with Theatre Tulsa, American Theatre Company, Theatre Pops, and has also self produced several projects. She is thrilled to be joining the team at The Tulsa Carolers and looks forward to bringing Christmas cheer to your celebrations!

John Milanowski, tenor

John is our newest tenor, who has been singing locally in Tulsa since he was in grade school. He is a member of the Tulsa Founders Chorus and has a deep love for four-part harmony, especially barbershop music, which he listens to at work, at home, in his car, and practically anywhere else you can imagine.

Matthew Kessler, bass

Matthew has been involved with music, dance, and theater groups since the age of five, including OKC's Canterbury Voices, and The Bartlesville Symphony Orchestra. He has previously worked as a Christmas tree farm hand for many holiday seasons - his favorite job - and is excited to once again spread good tidings during the most wonderful time of the year as one of TTC's newest members!

Kate Hughes, soprano

Kate is a theater gal. She has taught various performing arts for sixteen years, and now routinely performs for the toughest audience of all - her two-year-old! She has a soft power about her and brings an angelic sound and top-tier professionalism to the company. We are so happy to have Kate with us!

Katie Triplett, alto

Katie is a music educator for the Tulsa Honor Academy and teaches private music lessons. She also moonlights as the front-woman for the swing/jazz/funk band The Zuits. She’s too cool for words!

Afton Mancini, soprano

Afton is a Tulsa native, but spent 14 years in Los Angeles working as a professional singer, a caroler, a production manager for a touring 80s band, songwriter, arranger, and music educator. She’s back in Tulsa now with her young family and is excited to be continuing her work in the Tulsa music scene.