by Mia Leo for GraceMusic
The choir will sing a set of spirituals, an early-American shape-note piece, and works by Morten Lauridsen, Edgar Bainton, and H. Balfour Gardiner. The concert also features cellist Evelyn Wadkins performing “Louange a l’ é ternité de Jé sus” from Messiaen’s Quartet for the End of Time, and organist Cleveland Kersh, who will perform Arvo Part’s moving Annum per annum.
In addition to choral and organ pieces, the concert will feature cellist Evelyn Wadkins performing “Louange a l’Eternite de Jesus” from Messiaen’s Quartet for the End of Time.
Cellist Evelyn Wadkins
A meet-the-artists reception will follow the concert.
Admission: Adults: $20, Seniors: $15, Students: $5 (Children under 12 are free). To purchase tickets or for more information, please visit www.gracemusicnyack.com.
Grace Episcopal Church is located at 130 First Ave, Nyack–handicap-accessible via First Avenue entrance.