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Joyful Noise! Concerts are held throughout the year sponsored by the Music Committee. There is no admission fee. The free-will offering received at the concerts and the proceeds go the Myrtha Licht Fund at First Church which supports and enhances our musical ministry. All concerts are held in the church Sanctuary.
Concerts currently scheduled for the 2009-2010 program year are:
Sunday February 28th at 4:00 p.m. – The Fontenay Chamber Players, Based in Fairfield County, The Fontenay Chamber Players brings together an exceptional group of musicians to form one of the top chamber ensembles with a beautiful combination of instruments including a string quartet, flute, clarinet, and harp. The group’s vast repertoire of accessible music ranges from duets to full ensemble works such as Ravel’s gorgeous "Introduction and Allegro." The ensemble loves sharing information about the instruments and music in each program.
Sunday March 21st 4:00 p.m. – Chanteymen of the Ancient Mariners, a return engagement of the eight man a cappella group featuring First Church’s own Larry Donahue. The Chanteymen highlight sea chanteys, some of them ribald, some historical, some so vivid and poignant, that they leave audiences in tears. Their voices are powerful and the blend will surely astound.
Sunday May 23rd at 4:00 p.m. – Broadway on Broad Street, Part Deux – A concert of show tunes featuring the musical talents from within the First Church family. This should prove to be another wildly entertaining event where you never know what to expect. Musical selections will range from classic musicals to current Broadway productions. A great time for folks of all ages.
Annual Memorial Concert
Sunday April 18, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. – The First Church Annual Memorial Concert featuring the musical stylings of Peter Eldridge, professional composer and musician currently with the New York Voices, a world renowned four person vocal ensemble. A reception will follow this concert. The Annual Memorial Concerts are presented with thanks for the funding from the Ellen and Stu Burt Family Charitable Trust.
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