News Summary

The Presbyterian College Choir, along with alumni, will perform at Carnegie Hall on June 1, 2025. Under the direction of Kipper Ackerman, the concert features renowned works, including pieces by John Rutter. Various guest ensembles will join them for this significant event, which showcases a rich tapestry of choral music. Rehearsals in New York City will prepare the choirs for this extraordinary performance, promising a memorable musical experience for attendees.

New York City Prepares for Presbyterian College Choir’s Carnegie Hall Performance

The Presbyterian College Choir, along with a group of alumni, is slated to perform at Carnegie Hall on June 1, 2025. The concert will begin at 1:00 PM in the prestigious Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage, promising an exciting musical experience for attendees. This event is produced by MidAmerica Productions.

Under the direction of Kipper Ackerman, the choir will present an impressive repertoire that includes renowned pieces by composer John Rutter, specifically his “Te Deum,” conducted by Sonja Sepúlveda, and “Gloria,” which will be led by Ackerman himself. The performance will showcase exceptional talent, featuring the New England Symphonic Ensemble, with Preston Hawes serving as the artistic director.

The church choir will collaborate with several guest ensembles, highlighting their cross-regional participation. Among them are the Arizona Lutheran Academy A Cappella Choir from Phoenix, AZ, the Brookdale Concordia Chorale from Bedford, NJ, the Palmetto Voices Spiritual Ensemble from Sumter, SC, and the Virtual Voices Chorale from East Meadow, NY.

Rehearsals and Preparations

In preparation for the concert, all participating musicians will spend five days and four nights in New York City, engaging in nine to ten hours of intensive rehearsal sessions. Additionally, these musicians will have the opportunity to tour significant landmarks throughout the city.

Concert Program Highlights

The event will feature a wide array of musical works, promising to captivate concertgoers. Alongside Rutter’s compositions, the program will include Franz Schubert’s “Mass No. 4 in C Major”, conducted by Dennis Malfatti, and Antonio Vivaldi’s “Magnificat,” conducted by Chantae D. Pittman which will showcase various choruses.

Other highlighted performances include Gabriel Fauré’s “Requiem”, conducted by Craig Denison, featuring numerous participating choirs such as the Campbell High School Festival Chorus from Smyrna, GA, the University of Evansville Choral Society from Evansville, IN, and more. The concert will represent a rich tapestry of choral music, bringing together voices from across the country.

Ticket Information

Tickets for this highly anticipated concert start at $25. They can be purchased through CarnegieCharge by calling 212-247-7800 or visiting carnegiehall.org. For those interested in buying tickets in groups of ten or more, they can contact groupsales@carnegiehall.org or call 212-903-9705. The Carnegie Hall Box Office is located at 57th Street and Seventh Avenue.

Background on MidAmerica Productions

MidAmerica Productions, the event organizer, is known for bringing together talented musicians and choristers from different regions to showcase their skills in prestigious venues across the United States, including Carnegie Hall. Their commitment to promoting musical collaboration ensures a variety of performances that resonate with diverse audiences.

As the performance date approaches, community enthusiasm for the Presbyterian College Choir’s concert continues to grow, marking an exceptional opportunity for participants and attendees alike to experience the joy of choral music in one of the world’s most celebrated concert venues.

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