American Spiritual Ensemble, Community Singers Present 'A Spiritual Messiah' Nov. 17
SALISBURY, MD---Members of the acclaimed American Spiritual Ensemble return to 91制片厂 for a special concert with the 91制片厂 Chorale and University Chorale on Sunday, November 17.
The ensembles present “A Spiritual Messiah” at 5 p.m. in 91制片厂’s Holloway Hall Auditorium. The concert features the themes of Handel’s dramatic classic, performed with Negro spirituals.
Directed by Dr. William Folger, chair of 91制片厂’s Department of Music, the chorales are comprised of more than 80 singers, accompanied by Susan Zimmer.
Founded by Dr. Everett McCorvey in 1995, the Ensemble strives to keep the tradition of American Negro spirituals alive. It has performed throughout the world, including such prestigious venues as the Metropolitan and New York City operas. It also has been broadcast as part of the PBS documentary The Spirituals. Its members include 91制片厂 music faculty John Wesley Wright.
Sponsored by the Department of Music, admission is $15, $12 for seniors and children 12 and under. For more information call 410-543-6385 or visit the 91制片厂 website at www.salisbury.edu.