Holiday Prelude Concert
Fall 2002 Concert Notes
Tina Johns Heidrich, Conductor
Joe Jacovino, Accompanist
Connecticut Master Chorale Orchestra
John Rutter &
Tina Heidrich
Mark Hayes
Jay Althouse
Ed Lojeski
Nick Page
- Gloria - John Rutter
Our featured three movement work - Rutter’s most celebrated composition, immensely stirring, and fortified with considerable symbolism - All Creatures of our God and King - Mark Hayes
A new and creative arrangement, a powerful opening to celebrate Thanksgiving - The Heavens are Telling - Pepper Choplin
A spirited energetic number introducing "Joy to the World" in a new and invigorating setting - Night of Silence - arr. John Ferguson
An exquisite and poignant number combined with "Silent Night" - A Christmas Festival - arr. Ed Lojeski
A festive and uplifting montage of four carols - ¡Cantar! - Jay Althouse
A rhythmically infectious Cuban Salsa number – no dancing in the aisles! - Thula S’Thandwa (Hush, Don't Cry) - arr. Nick Page
A heartwarming African lullaby for women’s voices - Gesu Bambino - Pietro Yon
A gorgeous lush arrangement of this popular carol set for men’s voices - Hanukkah Nagila - Linda Spevacek
‘nuff said! - Happy Hanukkah, My Friend - arr. Ed Lojeski
An inspiring message of peace, love and sharing among all religions - Goin’ to Bethlehem - Jay Althouse
A propelling a cappella spiritual with energizing rhythmic figures - Amen! - Jester Hairston
A sensational and unique new arrangement with modulating keys and fascinating rhythms that builds to a powerful finish!