| East York Choir 2007-2008 MEMBER PROFILES The East York Choir, founded in 1988, is a mixed-voice, auditioned ensemble which performs an eclectic mix of choral works often in collaboration with other artists and ensembles. Mozart’s Requiem, Orff’s Carmina Burana, Handel’s Messiah, and Vivaldi’s Gloria are among the larger works the choir has performed with orchestra or instrumental ensemble. Our season consists of two concerts, as well as performances at benefits and community events. Our artistic director is Jenny Crober, and our accompanist is Elizabeth Acker. Recent guest artists include percussionist Larry Graves, African drummer Fulé Badoe, storyteller/dancer Adwoa Badoe, klezmer musician Jonno Lightstone, and harpist Lori Gemmell, as well as some of Canada’s finest Celtic performers, including Loretto Reid, Anne Lederman and Sharlene Wallace. Our concert on December 2 at Eastminster United Church will feature excerpts from Handel’s Messiah with the Talisker Players, as well as selections with guest acoustic guitarists, Charlie Roby and Paul Bartlett. Join us in song and camaraderie (including once-a-month after-rehearsal refreshments) on Monday evenings, 7:30–9:30pm at our new venue, Eastminster United Church. Jenny Crober, artistic director/conductor 416-463-8225 eastyorkchoir@sympatico.ca |
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