In addition to the various summer programs for kids in Southwestern Pennsylvania, the Chesapeake Choral Arts Society is also preparing for upcoming concerts [20c4c9e5]. The society, which is comprised of roughly three dozen members, will be performing a pair of shows on June 1 and 2 at the St. Joseph's Catholic Parish Center in Pomfret. The concerts will feature a blend of songs from Broadway musicals, armed forces themes, and Irish influences. The society will also have the opportunity to perform the National Anthem at a Southern Maryland Blue Crabs game on July 12 [20c4c9e5].
The Chesapeake Choral Arts Society is known for its diverse repertoire and commitment to inclusivity. The ensemble includes regular members as well as the Arts 4 All group, which consists of teens and adults with disabilities. The Arts 4 All members have quickly bonded with the society performers and enjoy being a part of the concerts. Through their performances, the society aims to bring the joy of music to the community and create meaningful connections with audiences of all backgrounds [20c4c9e5].
Meanwhile, the Heralds of Harmony, a Tampa acapella group, will be playing a free fundraiser concert on June 23 at the New Tampa Performing Arts Center [51a11c27]. The concert is a send-off show before the group competes in the Barbershop Harmony Society International Contest. The group took home a third place medal last year. The concert aims to raise money to offset travel costs. The event will take place at 3 p.m. and tickets can be found on Eventbrite [51a11c27].
On July 17th, the Shrewsbury Symphony Orchestra will hold a family picnic concert at Shrewsbury Castle [c0c59935]. The concert will feature film music and favorites from Last Night of the Proms. Tickets are £5 for adults and £1 for children, with an opportunity to donate to charity. The concert is in aid of the Harry Johnson Trust, which supports children and teenagers receiving care from the Oncology Team at The Princess Royal Hospital in Shropshire. The orchestra's annual castle concert is a popular fixture, and the event is weather-permitting. If it rains, the concert will be canceled. The concert will take place on July 17th at 7pm [c0c59935].
However, there has been an update regarding the cancellation of another choir concert. The Canterbury and Coventry Choirs Spring Concert, scheduled for Sunday, June 2, has been cancelled due to pain expressed in the congregation [31e314cb]. The cancellation has caused additional pain, and the church is working with a racial justice organization and the vestry's Racial Justice Advisory Board to provide facilitated opportunities for everyone to express their feelings and find a way forward [31e314cb].
It has been revealed that there was significant misinformation in the original announcement about the concert. The church values Radical Inclusion, Courageous Justice, Joyful Spirituality, and Ethical Stewardship, and is committed to love and community [31e314cb].