The choir consists of boys ages 6-18. The Metropolitan Male Chorus also performs.
- When: Saturday, May 10, 6 p.m.
- Where: St. Philip's Episcopal Church, Jackson
- Cost: Free, donations welcome
- Contact Phone: 601-665-7374
- Categories: Concerts & Festivals (All), Music ensemble
Discover the “wonderful world” of boychoir music with Mississippi Boychoir and its alumni as it concludes its 19th season with a concert, Saturday, May 10th, 6:00 p.m., St. Philips Episcopal Church, Old Canton Road in Jackson. Special guests will be the The Metropolitan Male Chorus. The concert is free with love offerings accepted. More information is available at http://ift.tt/1ixlxuz and 601-665-7374.
Under the leadership of Artistic Director Lelon Thompson, Mississippi Boychoir members, ages 6 through 18 reflecting the ethnic ,religious and cultural diversity of our state, come from schools across central Mississippi. Featuring music selections from around the world, audiences are sure to be dazzled by a memorable performance.
Chosen selections include those by G.F. Handel, Andrea Ramsey, William L. Dawson, John Rutter, Carlos Simon, Douglas Wagner, Jay Althouse, Rollo A. Dilworth, Smokey Robinson, Michael Neaum, Marta King, Linda Spevacek, and Randall Thompson.
Often called on to collaborate with other musical organizations, Mississippi Boychoir has performed with the Mississippi Opera, at the Governor’s inauguration, the Arizona Music Festival, Mississippi Braves game, Eudora Welty Birthday Celebration, American Boychoir, Moscow Boys Choir, Choirs of USM, Millsaps, Belhaven, Mississippi College, JSU, Delta State, ladies national tennis tournament, schools, churches, retirement homes and weddings.
Boys, ages 6-18 who love to sing, are encouraged to audition after the concert. No preparation is necessary. More information about Mississippi Boychoir can be found at http://ift.tt/1ixlxuz.
These programs of Mississippi Boychoir are made possible in part through funds from Mississippi Arts Commission, National Endowment for the Arts, foundations, corporations, and individuals.
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