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Follow on Google News |  Bel Canto Chorus Presents Christmas in the BasilicaAnnual concerts to feature “The Christmas Story,” a new composition by Bel Canto Music Director Richard Hynson.
By: Bel Canto Chorus “I structured the piece in the oratorio tradition of Bach by starting each section with a single voice recounting part of the story, followed by a movement that expands on it,” said Hynson. “I then ended the section, not with a congregational chorale like Bach, but with a favorite Christmas carol that we could all (audience included) sing together.” Other selections on the program are John Rutter’s What Sweeter Music and Angel’s Carol, Morten Lauridsen’s O Nata Lux, Frances Williams’ Carillon Carol, and two arrangements by Michelle Hynson; Silent Night, and Still, Still, Still. Tickets ($27 - $55) are available online at www.belcanto.org or by phone at (414) 481-8801. Senior, student, and group discounts are available. The 2013 – 2014 Bel Canto Chorus concert season is presented in part with support from the United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF); the Bradley Foundation; the Herzfeld Foundation; CAMPAC, the Milwaukee County Arts Board; and the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin and the National Endowment for the Arts. LISTING INFORMATION Christmas in the Basilica Bel Canto Chorus and Boy Choirs, Stained Glass Brass, and Kevin Bailey, Organ Saturday, December 14, 2013 at 7:30 pm Sunday, December 15, 2013 at 3:00 pm and 6:30 pm The Basilica of St. Josaphat 2333 S. Sixth St., Milwaukee, WI 53215 About Richard Hynson This is Richard Hynson’s 26th season as Music Director of Bel Canto Chorus. Since 2006, Hynson has also served as Music Director of the Milwaukee Chamber Orchestra. In addition to his work as a conductor and educator, Hynson is a composer. He has written a substantial body of published choral, vocal, and ensemble works, many of which he has recorded with Bel Canto Chorus singers. The U.S. Air Force Singing Sergeants have frequently performed Hynson’s In the Midst of Life, composed in response to the events of September 11. About Bel Canto Chorus Founded in 1931, Bel Canto Chorus enriches the lives of its audiences and members through the presentation of fine choral music. The group has been led for more than 25 years by Richard Hynson, considered one of the nation's finest choral and orchestral conductors (American Prize Winner 2012). Bel Canto Chorus ranks in the top ten percent of choral organizations in the country in terms of budget, longevity, and repertoire. Educational outreach includes Bel Canto Senior Singers and Bel Canto Boy Choirs. Rehearsals are held at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center. Characterized by a heartfelt belief in the value of Bel Canto Chorus, and supported by its 100 devoted singers, audiences, talented artistic and administrative staff, and dedicated board members, the group's passion for sharing the thrill of live choral music has remained steadfast throughout its long, proud history. About Bel Canto boy Choirs, Ellen M Shuler, Director Ellen Shuler holds a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Montana State University and a Master of Music Education with Choral Emphasis from Florida State University. In September 2009, Shuler helped establish the Bel Canto Boy Choirs. The choirs, composed of more than 25 auditioned boys, perform choral repertoire from classical to modern. Their first four seasons included concerts with Bel Canto Chorus, the Chorknaben Uetersen, Vocal Arts Academy, and Midwest Vocal Express. Currently in their fifth anniversary season, the choirs were praised by music critic Elaine Schmidt (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel) as being “well-trained, nicely blended, [and] disciplined.” About Stained Glass Brass, Don Sipe, Director For over a decade, Stained Glass Brass has performed music that commemorates the artistic achievements of sacred spaces. The members of Stained Glass Brass are full-time professional musicians who also perform regularly with many orchestras and ensembles throughout the Midwest, including the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Milwaukee Ballet Orchestra, Wilson Center Big Band, and the Madison Symphony, among others. About Kevin Bailey, Organ Kevin Bailey is the Director of Worship and Music at Fox Point Lutheran Church, where he is organist and choir director. He is a graduate of Augustana College (IL) and Indiana University, and is an alum of Westminster Choir College's summer conducting institute. He has accompanied and conducted choirs at Anderson University (IN) and served as choir director and organist at several churches in Indiana before moving to Milwaukee in 2003. Bailey remains active outside the church as an accompanist and continuo performer throughout the Milwaukee area, performing with such groups as the Master Singers of Milwaukee, The Wisconsin Philharmonic Orchestra, Bel Canto Chorus, and the Milwaukee Chamber Choir. Contact information/ For additional information, promotional photos, or interview requests, contact the Bel Canto office at (414) 481-8801. End
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