GOSHEN —
Tickets go on sale for all concerts in the Goshen College Performing Arts Series Monday, at 8 a.m., online at www.goshen.edu/tickets and at the recently relocated Goshen College Welcome Center (moved from the south to the north side of the Union Building). Guest parking is available at this location.
The 2012-13 line-up was announced in the spring as follows, with individual ticket prices listed:
Friday, Sept. 14
Seraphic Fire
An all-star ensemble of renowned singers from across the United States, Seraphic Fire was founded in 2002 by Artistic Director Patrick Dupré Quigley, and has since garnered critical acclaim, including two Grammy nominations in 2011. The chamber choir has gained a reputation for dynamic, cutting edge performances and a broad repertoire, ranging from classical to contemporary and sacred to secular choral works. ($35, $30, $20)
Saturday, Oct. 13
Birdland Big Band
Known as the hottest big band in New York, Birdland Big Band is led by Tommy Igoe, one of today’s most successful and diverse drummers. The band roars into action every Friday night at Manhattan’s Birdland Jazz Club, playing the finest Jazz, Latin and Brazilian music from the world’s best arrangers. ($35, $30, $20)
Saturday, Nov. 3
Del McCoury Band
Since he was last here in 2004, Del McCoury has received a National Heritage Fellowship lifetime achievement award and was elected into the International Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, honoring his 50-plus years making music. Del McCoury and his band demonstrate that bluegrass isn’t just for those with an acquired taste: it’s about presence, passion and the musical marriage of sound old and new. ($40, $35, $25)
Saturday, Jan. 12, 2013
Emmylou Harris
The 12-time Grammy Award winner Emmylou Harris has gained admiration as much for her songwriting as for her expressive singing. Four decades into her career, Harris continues to awe audiences with her crystalline voice, remarkable gift for phrasing and restless creative spirit. ($55, $50, $40)
Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013
The English Concert
The English Concert is among the finest chamber orchestras in the world, with a reputation for inspiring performances of baroque and classical music on their period instruments. Based in London, the orchestra has toured extensively in Europe, the Middle East and the United States under Artistic Director Harry Bicket. Their Sauder Concert Hall performance will include works by Vivaldi, Purcell and Telemann. ($45, $40, $25)
Friday, March 8, 2013
Los Angeles Guitar Quartet
The Grammy Award-winning LAGQ is comprised of four uniquely accomplished guitarists bringing a new energy to the stage. With programs ranging from Bach to bluegrass, they consistently play to sold-out houses worldwide. For this show, Firesign Theater veteran and Goshen native, actor Philip Proctor, will join the quartet in their “Don Quixote” collaboration, as they tell the journey of the literary Spanish knight through story and music. ($40, $35, $25)
Saturday, March 23, 2013
The Stepcrew
This show brings together three styles of dance forms – Irish step dance, Ottawa Valley step dance and tap. With virtuosic dancers and musicians from the likes of The Chieftains, Cherish The Ladies and Bowfire, this cast will take the audience on a dance journey. ($35, $30, $20)
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Lea Salonga
Known across the world for her powerful voice, Lea Salonga is a Tony Award winning singer and actress, most recognized for her roles as Kim in “Miss Saigon,” as Eponine in “Les Misérables” and as the singing voice of two official Disney princesses: Jasmine in “Aladdin” and Fa Mulan in “Mulan.” ($45, $40, $25)
For further information about ticket availability, prices, reservations or more information, contact the Goshen College Welcome Center at (574) 535-7566 or e-mail welcomecenter@goshen.edu. The Welcome Center, located at the north end of the Union Building, is open for business from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday.
Seating for those with disabilities is available and the minimum age of attendees is 5 years old. Tickets are nonrefundable.
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