Monday, March 28, 2016

Youth Chorus Spring Concert Scheduled for April 30


On Sat., April 30, the Winston-Salem Youth Chorus will hold its annual Spring Choral Concert. This year’s spring concert is called “Kaleidoscope of Spirit and Song.”

Come and hear the beautiful voices of more than 100 singers from 8 to 18 as they perform a variety of choral pieces sure to delight. All guests are invited to a reception in the lobby after the concert to meet Sonja Sepulveda, the new artistic director, as well and performers and instrumentalists and to find out more about the WSYC.

The chorus, recently endorsed by the mayor as the Premier youth chorus and Ambassadors of the City, is known for its professional musicianship and quality choral performances. The chorus frequently performs with orchestras, professional artists, and ensembles of highest caliber each year.

“You will be moved by the beauty of their tone, mastery of singing in other languages and overall choral expertise,” said executive director Lori Prescott.

The concerts is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. at Ardmore Baptist Church. Tickets concert are $15 for adults, $10 for students and senior citizens. Tickets can be purchased in advance online at www.wsyouthchorus.org, by calling 336-703-0001 or at the door. The proceeds help the chorus fund part of their annual operating cost.

The Winston-Salem Youth Chorus is a non-profit arts organization with more than 100 members in grades 3 through 12 from more than 40 schools in Forsyth and surrounding counties. Annual tuition is kept at a modest rate and scholarships are provided to those in need in order to keep the program available to all children and youth in the community.

Auditions to join the WSYC for the 2016/2017 season will be held on May 17 and 18, as well as July 25, 26 and 27. To schedule an audition, go to www.wsyouthchorus.org


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