The Wichita Chamber Chorale announces their Chorale Classics Concert as they continue the celebration of their 40th Anniversary Year. The
Chorale will present the prize-winning composition of the 2017 Kansas
Choral Composition Prize “I Am the Lord” by Lyle Stutzman. This
bi-annual competition, co-sponsored by Wichita Chamber Chorale and
Senseney Music, awards a prize of $1,000.
In
“Solid Ground” the Wichita Chamber Chorale gives voice to the
experience of crisis, homelessness, resilience, loneliness, security and
community. Health, shelter, employment, and the basics of life can
easily be taken for granted, and one or two setbacks can turn a
manageable life upside down. Along with Stutzman’s composition, the
concert will include works by Eric Whitacre, Arvo Pärt, Tarik O’Regan
and Wichita native Kirke Mechem.
The
Wichita Chamber Chorale is pleased to share the stage with the 70-voice
Wichita Community Children’s Choir under the direction of Karen
Sims, in an afternoon that raises awareness, and shares a universal
message of hope and inspiration through music.
And
finally, Family Promise of Wichita, a non-profit organization will
provide a presentation to bring awareness of the need in Wichita, and
inform of their compassionate support to homeless families for achieving
independence.
CHORAL CLASSICS: SOLID GROUND
General: $20. Senior (60+): $15
College/University Students: $5
Elementary, Middle, and High School Students: Free
Tickets are available online www.wichitachorale.com, in person at Senseney Music, 2300 E Lincoln, Wichita; by mail to the WCC, PO Box 20744, Wichita 67208; or at the door.
