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News of the Organization

Choral Society Officers

President,
       Helga Edvardsen-Dyck
             
Vice-President,
       Barbara Moss

Secretary,
      
Charles Howland
             
Treasurer,
      
Ned Lund

 


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Press Release - November 2011

Greater New Bedford
Choral Society

Winter Concert: January 7, 2012

Choral Society Presents Two World Premieres at Winter Concert

The Greater New Bedford Choral Society presents world premieres of “Lines from Ulysses” and “The Rubaiyat,” two new compositions by Gerald P. Dyck, at its Winter Concert on Saturday., January 7, 2012 at 3:15 PM at Pilgrim United Church of Christ, 635 Purchase Street, New Bedford.  The concert features Antonin Dvorak’s "Te Deum,” as its principal offering, along with “Rhythmic Spirituals” of William Grant Still, and several seasonal pieces, led by director Gerald P. Dyck and accompanist Christopher Ricci,

Dvorak’s “Te Deum” is a grand work for chorus, soloists, wind ensemble, percussion and organ.  In 1892, while he was living in New York City, Dvorak composed and dedicated “Te Deum” to the 400th Anniversary of Columbus’ first arrival in America. He based the work on the medieval church hymn “Te Deum Laudamus” written by Saint Ambrose in the 4th century. The soprano and baritone solos are performed by guest singers Elizabeth Grace and Gabriel Alfieri.  Guest instrumentalists are Phyllis Aronson, Delight Immonen, Robbie LePage, Susan Wood and Jamie Eckert.

“Lines from Ulysses” is a dramatic monologue set for baritone solo and piano.  “The Rubaiyat” is based on the poetry of the 11th century Persian poet, Omar Khayyam, whose masterwork was translated by Edward Fitzgerald.  Composer Dyck has chosen thirteen of his favorite quatrains to create a choral song cycle which makes a delightful trip around the circle of keys.  The “Rhythmic Spirituals” are fine samples of the ingenuity of William Grant Still, often referred to as "the Dean" of African-American composers.

The concert’s snow date is Sat., Jan. 14 at 3:15 pm.  Tickets are $15 (12 and under: $5) and are available at the door or from any chorus member. Additional information is available by calling 508-644-2419.

 

 

 

 

 

 


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We call on the talent of local musicians and vocalists to augment our performances.

(Jamie Eckert and Steve Shaw
 relax before a recent concert.)

 
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We are supported by:

-  members' dues
-   ticket sales
-  concert ads
-  gifts from donors
-  Massachusetts Cultural Council
    through local cities and towns

 
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