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UW Choirs proudly present “WyoSING!” a concert celebrating the power of choral music across generations and genres, on Thursday, October 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts Concert Hall.This choral showcase features six outstanding ensembles and a diverse program highlighting both classic and contemporary works — including a world premiere and a Wyoming premiere.
The evening opens with the UW Collegiate Chorale, conducted by Dr. Brian C. Murray and Meghan Goodner, performing Moses Hogan’s “I Can Tell the World,” Timothy Takach’s “Things Worth Praising,” and Reginal Wright’s “Do Not Pass Me By.”
Following, the treble choir Bel Canto, led by Dr. O’Neil Jones, brings an ethereal touch with selections from Gustav Holst’s “Choral Hymns from the Rig Veda” and Christopher Aspaas’ “Spirit of Life.”
The Laramie Children’s Chorus, directed by Beth Kean and Allison Murray, will charm audiences with vibrant folk and pop arrangements, including “Funga Alafia” (arr. Jill Gallina), “Tongo” (arr. Greg Gilpin) and “Here Comes the Sun” by George Harrison (arr. Matt and Adam Podd).
The Singing Statesmen, under Dr. Murray, offer moving performances of “The Quest Unending” and Reginal Wright’s “Abide with Me.”
Crowd favorites, the Happy Jacks, return with energetic renditions of Elton John’s “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” (arr. Huff) and “Don’t Stop the Music” (arr. Boyer, Brahm, and Sharon), featuring soloists Jeffrey Cuevas and Catcher Pannell.
The evening continues with the Laramie Civic Chorus, conducted by Dr. Jones, who will present the Wyoming premiere of Reginald Wright’s “Alchemy” and other inspiring works.
The concert concludes with the combined UW Choirs, conducted by Dr. Murray, performing the world premiere of “Imagined Corners” by Reginal Wright.
Pianists include Bryn Catlin, Renato da Silva, Luciano Filizola, Alisson Garcia, and Michael Lechner.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
1000 E University Ave, Laramie, WY, United States, Wyoming 82070
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