St. Joseph Community Chorus announces packed slate of December performances
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Community members will have the chance to not only listen but lend their vocal talents to an upcoming slate of timeless holiday classics.
The St. Joseph Community Chorus has announced a pair of holiday programs this December featuring district sounds from an ensemble of handbells to the melodic range of talented soloists.
On Saturday, Dec. 13 at 3 p.m., First Presbyterian Church will host “Messiah Sing-A-Long," a free showcase of uplifting choruses from Handel’s Messiah.
Under the direction of Dr. Timothy Tharaldson with Dr. Ruth Krusemark, participants will have the opportunity to join together to sing the Christmas portion of the oratorio, all with the accompaniment of an organ and soloists from the Community Chorus.
Singers are encouraged to bring their own score. However, they will be available for those who do not bring their own.
Admission for the event is free, however donations are welcomed.
The St. Joseph Community Chorus announces two showings of “Christmas at the Cathedral”
SJCC will present two showings of its holiday tradition "Christmas at the Cathedral," on Sunday, Dec. 21 at 3 p.m. and Monday, December 22 at 7 p.m. at Cathedral of St. Joseph, 519 N. 10th St.
Joining SJCC are the acclaimed musicians of Rezound!, Kansas City’s premier auditioned handbell ensemble.
Rezound! features 15 ringers performing on an array of instruments: 6½ octaves of Schulmerich handbells, 6 octaves of Malmark choir chimes, 4½ octaves of Whitechapel bells and additional sets from Petit & Fritsen and Maas-Rowe.
Together, SJCC and Rezound! will perform three stunning collaborations: Anna Laura Page’s “Creation Will Be at Peace,” “Christmas Is Coming” by Joel Raney, and “Ring Out Ye Bells” by Marques L.A. Garrett, Samuel Carlton, and Dan Forrest.
Admission is $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and is free for all students.
For additional information on both events visit stjoechorus.org.
