On Sunday, October 25, and Wednesday, October 28, the College of the Ozarks Chorale performed their fall concert, “Coming Home,” under the direction of Dr. Bruce Gerlach. The first of the two performances took place in Thorncrown Chapel, an architecturally award winning glass chapel in the woods near Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Tourists visiting the chapel in the afternoon were delighted to find it full of the sounds of a choral ensemble performing pieces such as Vittoria’s “Jesu Dulcis,” Stephen Paulus’ “Pilgrim’s Hymn,” and many other classic and new choral works. The concert was heavy on sacred music, so the chapel provided a beautiful and appropriate space for a time of worship. The Chorale repeated the same program the following Wednesday in the Newman Recital Hall of the Gittinger Music Building on campus. The Chorale’s performance displayed their hard work from this semester and delighted an audience of friends and family. The title of the concert, “Coming Home,” related to the theme of coming to a place of peace, joy and rest that is ultimately found in Jesus Christ. This theme ran throughout the pieces in the concert, and the Chorale and audience joined together in worship as they meditated on this theme. The Chorale is now looking forward to their performance at the Keeter Center’s Yuletide Feast next month.
We have posted a video of the "Coming Home" Concert on our YouTube Channel. Click the
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| The chorale performs, not only on campus, but they also tour to surrounding areas and even abroad. |
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| Chorale is an auditioned choir. All students are encouraged to try out every semester. |
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| Dr. Gerlach conducts The College of the Ozarks Chorale during the"Coming Home" concert. |
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| Dr. Gerlach arranges many of the works sung by the chorale. |
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| Students watch Dr. Gerlach as he cues their entrance. |
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