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2014 Gala Sneak Peek

9/25/2014

That's right. William Tell Overture by the Chorale. There is lots more terrific music in store for you at the Gala.

Gala and Silent AuctionMonday, September 29 • 7PM
Immanuel Baptist
Featuring: Chorale, Madrigals, Singers, Adv. Women, SCAPA Voice Majors
Tickets available at the door or Online

Auction item preview:
• Two tickets to the RJ Corman Dinner Train
• Jewelry items – including an UK Pendant and Chain from Farmer’s Jewelry
• Tempurpedic Stuffed Bears
• “The Shot” – Print of Harrison’s last minute shot against Michigan
• Home Depot Basket

Ticket Packages:
• All SCAPA shows
• Lexington Ballet
• UK Opera Theatre
• UK Chorale
• UK Football Tickets
• Several Historical Landmark Tours

And lots more.

Join us for a fantastic silent auction to benefit Lafayette Choir.
Cash, Check, Charge accepted

Governor's School for the Arts = Life Changing

9/23/2014

Throughout the year we will have student writers contribute pieces that share their thoughts about their experiences, music, and other topics.

by Hattie Nunley, Senior

My experience at Kentucky's Governor's School for the Arts permanently changed my life. Surrounded by over two-hundred immensely talented individuals and immersed in such an open, eclectic, and diverse environment, I was enriched both musically and emotionally more than words can describe. Never had I felt more essentially human than during those three weeks spent on Centre's campus. Never had I understood the intrinsic creative and artistic capabilities of young people until I witnessed them for myself every day at GSA.

GSA taught me to appreciate all art forms, celebrate individualism, and promote artistic expression as a central and vital part of community life.

Sure on this Shining Night

9/15/2014

Throughout the year we will have student writers contribute pieces that share their thoughts about their experiences, music, and other topics.

The Chorale is preparing Samuel Barber's famous setting of Sure on this Shining Night for the Choir Gala on September 29.

by Hannah Hetzel-Ebben
The text of Sure on This Shinning Night is a poem by James Agee from his book “Permit Me Voyage”. The poem is written from the perspective of an older man walking outside on a summer night, reflecting back on his life. This reflection at the end of the man’s life encompasses the idea that even through the darkest times in life there is still kindness in the world. He marvels at the vastness of the universe and feels alone yet comforted. The specific lines “Late year lies down the north, all is healed, all is health” could be referring to the glory of heaven.

The music, composed by Samuel Barber, helps to reinforce the meaning of the text. The jumps and skips both within a part and in reference to other voice parts give the feeling of wonder and uneasiness. The darker and fuller sound to the piece creates a more somber emotion amongst the listeners; the harmonies, accompaniment and choral progression also contribute to the darkness of the piece. In the B section of the piece, the texture switches from a more polyphonic sound to homophonic so that all voice parts are together for the climax of the piece. The mainly legato music has some separation to bring out text, showing that the music was composed to go with the text.

This piece is stunningly beautiful and thought provoking. The interpretations of both the text and music are endless, making this piece very personal and special to the singer and/or listener. With breathtaking tension and interweaving harmonies that emphasis the deep text, the singers take the listener on a journey of contemplation.

Listen - Sure on this Shining Night, by Samuel Barber, Performed by Abendchor

Choir alum recognized with TeenNick Halo Award

9/4/2014

Read the entire interview with Virginia HERE.

Lafayette Choir Alum, Virginia Newsome is recognized by TeenNick as the September Halo Award winner for her outstanding work as founder of heARTS. Congrats, Virginia, Lafayette is proud of you!

Madrigals selected for KMEA state conference performance

9/1/2014

Lafayette Madrigals have been chosen to perform a featured concert at the Kentucky Music Educators Association Professional Development Conference in February 2015 in Louisville. It is an honor to be selected to perform in front the state's music educators. This invitation and was made possible by submitted recordings of previous years performances.

The Lafayette Madrigal Singers last performed at KMEA state conference in 2009. The Madrigal Singers is an advanced chamber group made up of primarily juniors and seniors. We are very proud of this accomplishment and the alumni who’s outstanding past work made this invitation possible.

Also selected to perform at the 2015 conference is Lafayette's Symphony Orchestra, directed by Phil Kent and Laura Fallon and the SCAPA Piano Ensemble, directed by Cathy Rowland. 2015 will be a great conference highlighting the outstanding music programs at Lafayette High School.

FCPS Recognizes Madrigal Singers for state conference selection

9/1/2014

In a recent article, Fayette County Schools recognized Lafayette Madrigal Singers and Tates Creek Women's Choirs which were both selected by KMEA's 2015 state conference in Louisville in February. Read More

http://www.fcps.net/news/press-releases/2014-2015/choirsinvited

2014 Gala Sneak Peek

Governor's School for the Arts = Life Changing

Sure on this Shining Night

Choir alum recognized with TeenNick Halo Award

Madrigals selected for KMEA state conference performance

FCPS Recognizes Madrigal Singers for state conference selection

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