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​Our Fall concert will begin with a beautiful arrangement of two well-known hymns, "Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling" and "Amazing Grace," followed by a setting of the Kentucky folk song, "Bright Morning Stars."  In recognition of the 250th anniversary of the founding of our country, the performance will feature works by several American composers and arrangers, including Aaron Copland, Alice Parker, Elaine Hagenberg, and the generally acknowledged first American composer, William Billings.  His patriotic hymn, "Chester," served as an unofficial national anthem during the Revolutionary War.  For a little humor, we've added a setting of "Yankee Doodle" to the program.  You might be surprised to learn the history of this little diddy!

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​The first half of the program will be J. S. Bach's "Magnificat," performed by soloists, the Chamber Choir, singers from the community, and a 14-piece orchestra.  Although shorter in length than Handel's "Messiah," this 30-minute work is considered to be one of the most influential compositions of the 18th century.  As usual, the second half of the program will be arrangements of familiar carols and popular Christmas songs, including "Here We Come A-Caroling" and a beautiful, nostalgic setting of the 1950 classic, "Silver Bells."  As is our tradition, a free-will offering to support a local charity will be received. 

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Songs of Springtime and love, along with some of the best-known tunes from Broadway.