An Inspiring Evening of Music, Fellowship, and Fun
Michael Brown, guest artist
Saecula Vocal Ensemble, United Girls’ Choir, and Saecula Community Gospel Choir!
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Please join us on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Washington, CT for an unforgettable evening of music and inspiration! The event will include the following activities:
4:00pm – Masterclass in Gospel Music (optional): An uplifting and inclusive intergenerational workshop on how to sing and appreciate gospel music led by renowned singer / songwriter, Michael Brown. Participants will learn several rousing gospel songs, which they will perform during the 7:00 concert as the “Saecula Community Gospel Choir”. All are welcome – even those who may prefer just to hum along, clap their hands, or simply observe! There is no expectation of prior choral experience or musical training, and participants will never be asked to sing by themselves unless they wish to do so. The only requirements are an open mind and a smile!
5:30pm – Dinner Break: Participants are invited to bring their own bag dinners, which can be enjoyed in the air-conditioned parish hall or outside on the patio or lawn (weather permitting). Cold water and soft drinks will be provided.
7:00pm – Concert: An informal “song share”-style performance featuring members of Saecula Vocal Ensemble, United Girls’ Choir, and the “Saecula Community Gospel Choir” (participants from the 4:00pm masterclass). The ensembles will perform both individually and jointly, at times inviting the audience to participate. You will surely leave feeling refreshed, invigorated, and energized!
Michael Brown, guest artist, is a singer/songwriter and conductor whose music career began at the age of four. He simply woke up one morning and started playing his family upright piano. He heard the music in his soul and just knew he could play it. Several years later, Brown has the privilege of working with students from around the globe. Gospel Music is his specialty as his roots were established in a Gospel Penecostal Church. Gospel singing, for many of his students was foreign. However, it wasn’t long before they were excited and attracted to the spirit, sound, and rhythm of Gospel music.
All Are Welcome!
$20 Suggested Donation at the Door
Proceeds benefit Saecula Choir Foundation
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This event is a fundraiser for Saecula Choir Foundation, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming lives through choral music. If you wish to make a tax-deductible donation, please visit saecula.org/donate.
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