RIDGEWOOD, N.J.— Ars Musica Chorale closes its landmark 60th Anniversary Season with an electrifying celebration of music, spirit, and community. The program features Francis Poulenc’s Gloria and André Thomas’ Mass: A Celebration of Love and Joy, conducted by Music Director Michael McCormick. The concert is at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 30 at West Side Presbyterian Church.
The evening opens with Poulenc’s Gloria, a radiant and dynamic work that moves effortlessly between heartfelt lyricism and infectious energy, featuring soprano soloist Caitlyn Huetz. It is paired with Thomas’ Mass: A Celebration of Love and Joy, a vibrant and uplifting work infused with gospel, spiritual, and jazz influences, featuring soloists Silky Carter, soprano, and George Johnson III, tenor.
Joining Ars Musica for this extraordinary performance is the Adelphi Orchestra, a fully professional ensemble that has been a cornerstone of the New York metropolitan music scene for more than 70 years. This promises to be an unforgettable evening of music, energy, and celebration—the spectacular conclusion to a milestone season.
Tickets are available at www.arsmusica.org/concerts or by calling 551-226-9305. Prices are $40 for adults, $35 for seniors and patrons with special needs, and $15 for students with valid ID. Children under 12 are admitted free. Tickets will also be available at the door.
Established in 1965, Ars Musica Chorale is one of the oldest and finest choral groups in Bergen County, known for presenting outstanding and distinctive programs. For more information, visit www.arsmusica.org
This program has been made possible in part by funds from the Bergen County Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.