Melodia Women’s Choir is thrilled to announce its upcoming Spring concert, “A Tapestry of Song,” scheduled to take place live on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 7:30 PM at the Holy Apostles Church in Chelsea, NYC. The event will also be available for FREE virtual broadcast on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 7:00 PM (EST), via Youtube.
The program will showcase a diverse selection of musical pieces, including:
● “Your Children” a Melodia commission by Emily Mason based on a setting of Khalil Gibran’s poem, On Children.
● “Mass in A Major, Op. 126” by Josef Gabriel Rheinberger, renowned for its rich harmonies and profound spiritual depth.
● “Hymns from the Rig Veda, Group 3” by Gustav Holst – A mesmerizing exploration of ancient Indian texts through Holst’s distinctive musical lens.
● “Jubilee” by Sally Lamb McCune – A jubilant and uplifting piece celebrating the joy of music and community.
● “The Skye Boat Song” arranged by Bob Chilcott – A hauntingly beautiful rendition of this Scottish folk classic.
● “Wayfarin’ Stranger” arranged by Reginald Unterseher – A poignant and soul-stirring interpretation of this beloved American spiritual.
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