UVa-Wise choral organizations to present concerts
May 6, 8, 10

The University of Virginia’s College at Wise Concert Choir and Chamber Choir will present three concerts in May, including a special Mother’s Day performance. All performances are free and open to the public.

The UVa-Wise Concert Choir will present its Annual Spring Concert on Friday, May 6 at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of All Faiths.

On Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 8, the Concert Choir will offer a musical tribute to mothers. The performance begins at 3 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church in Wise. A light reception will follow.

The UVa-Wise Concert Choir is a student organization specializing in different musical styles and genres. The group, comprised of 30 students, will sing “Down to the River to Pray” from the film “Oh Brother Where Art Thou?,” a medley of songs from the Broadway musical “Phantom of the Opera” and several other compositions.

The UVa-Wise Concert Choir is under the direction of Michael Cox, instructor in music. Deata Trent McConnell is the accompanist for the group.

On Tuesday, May 10, the UVa-Wise Chamber Choir under the direction of D. Michael Donathan, emeritus professor of music, will present a concert of sacred and secular compositions. The performance begins at 8 p.m. in the Chapel of All Faiths.

The UVa-Wise Chamber Choir, which includes 30 members, is the oldest choral organization at UVa-Wise. Members include UVa-Wise faculty, staff, students and members of the community. Kathy Thacker Stewart is the accompanist for the group.

The Chamber Choir will present sacred works by Bach, Handel, Vaughan Williams, Agay, and Rutter. In addition, the Women’s Ensemble, and Chamber Choir soloists will sing arrangements from various Broadway musicals.

For more information, contact the Office of College Relations at 276-328-0130.