The University of Mount Union Concert Choir, under the
direction of Dr. Grant W. Cook III, will perform on Saturday, May 19 at 7:30
p.m. at Grace United Church, 289 N. Main Street. The performance, entitled “Why
We Sing…,” is free and open to the public and includes works by Peter Anglea,
Richard Burchard, Jacob Narverud, Daniel Elder, and Dwight Bigler, among
others.
The University of Mount Union Concert Choir is among the
oldest collegiate choirs in the United States, tracing its roots to 1896. Open to all students on its Alliance Ohio
campus, the Concert Choir comprises musicians from a wide variety of academic
disciplines. The Concert Choir is
dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of the highest quality choral
literature from the Renaissance through the 21st century, including spirituals,
gospel music, folk songs and music celebrating a global perspective.
This is a performance not to be missed. For details about the concert at Grace United
Church call 585-593-5015.
