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March 2, 2008 -
Sounds of Paradise -
Requiems composed 118 years apart. The
first by Gabriel Fauré was written in 1888. The second, written in
2006 is by K. Lee Scott. "Both were superb!" Composer
Scott was in attendance and was presented to the audience.
He was heard to say that the choir, soloists and instrumentals
were excellent to the point that "I got goose bumps." Other
comments overheard: "Best concert ever..."; "Moved me to tears." ;
"The Scott Requiem was phenomenal."

Douglas Anderson |
Both baritone Anderson
and soprano Gartshore
gave soaring performances.
The audience responded
with a
standing ovation. |

Sarah Gartshore |
December 8 & 9, 2007 - "Heaven
and Nature Sing"
A
popular holiday concert drew a
record audience. Voices were joined
by a large instrumental group, organ
and a remarkable steel drum band.
If you missed it, a few CD recordings
are still available.
The High School Steel Drum Band of Western
Springs |
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April 28, 2007 - "As
Time Goes By"
This production, a
kaleidoscope of popular music from each decade of the last
century, was a big hit....acclaimed by some of our regular
and faithful attendees as "our best ever".
The enthusiatic audience nearly filled the Reber Center.
Featured comedic skits, including a sextet doing excerpts
from Dreamgirls, added spice. The
instrumental combo also added flavor.
March
4, 2007 - "King David"
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An oratorio by
Honneger plus the Poulenc instrumental Suite Francais
were enthusiastically received by the audience. Carl
Grapentine's narration of the Old Testament story throughout
the oratorio added depth and lustre to the
presentation.
< Carl Grapentine, host of WFMT radio. |
December
2 & 3, 2006 - Holiday Concert Saturday, May 6, 2006 - 42nd Street
- This production, a kaleidoscope of Broadway music
of several decades...some which are still playing on
the Great White Way, featured a colorful local chorus line to
round out the program. The evening was a back-slapping smash hit.
Many in the audience, unaware that the end had come, waited for
more. The Reber Center in LaGrange proved to be a fine
venue.  Sunday, March 5, 2006 -
Elijah - Mendelssohn's
acclaimed oratorio, performed at The Divine Infant Church
in Westchester. The chorale and four well-known soloists
thrilled the audience. Friday and Saturday, December 2 & 3, 2005 - Holiday Concert - at St. John of the Cross, Western Springs. Saturday, May 7, 2005 - The Envelope Please! Hinsdale Central High School hosted our Spring performance of Oscar-winning songs. Sunday, March 6, 2005 - Handel's Saul Handel's great oratorio - with soloists and full orchestra. Divine Infant Church, Westchester. December 4 &5, 2004 - God Rest Ye Merry Special Guest Artists: A professional violin ensemble, held at Union Church of Hinsdale. May 8, 2004 - Songs from the Melting Pot Popular music, brought to the shores of America from other countries, is celebrated in this joyful season finale at Hinsdale Central High School, Hinsdale. March 7, 2004 - Grant Us Peace Haydn's Mass in B-Flat Major and R. Vaughn Williams, Dona Nobis Pacem at Divine Infant Church in Westchester back
to top Other previous appearances: 2002 - Chorus with Salt Creek Sinfonietta,
Sacred Masterworks Various times – Guest chorus with other musical groups Annually – Western Springs Memorial Day Parade. Decembers – Caroling for merchants of Western Springs. back
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