St. John's Sanctuary Concert Series
2011 – 2012 Season
St. John's Lutheran Church is pleased to announce its 16th annual season of the Concert Series. Twelve different sacred concerts have been planned for the 2011-2012 season. All events are offered free of charge, but an offering will be received. You are invited and encouraged to attend.
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The All-American Boys Chorus
Sunday, January 29, 7:00 p.m. The All-American Boys Chorus - an internationally acclaimed ensemble that has toured North America, Europe, and Asia - will perform a concert again at St. John’s. Under the direction of Wesley Martin, the choristers, ages 8 to 15, will perform sacred works, patriotic medleys, and Broadway show tunes.
California Baptist University Choir & Orchestra
Sunday, February 19, 4:00 p.m.
St. John's is proud to host the energetic and inspirational Cal Baptist University Choir and Orchestra. Performing contemporary Christian music, they are directed by Dr. Gary Bonner. Come early for a good seat!
Chapman University Orchestra
Friday, March 9, 7:00 p.m.
St. John's is happy to host the Chapman University Singers and Orchestra in their fourth annual classical concert at St. John’s.
Holy Week Concert
Palm Sunday, April 1, 7:00 p.m.
Jubilate Choir and Festival Orchestra The Jubilate Choir, Soloists, and Festival Orchestra present the story of Christ’s suffering and death in the moving cantata, “The Seven Last Words of Christ” by Theodore Dubois.
Bach Cantata Vespers Concert:
Halt im Gedaechtnis Jesum Christ (BWV 67)
Sunday, April 15, 7:00 p.m.
Cathedral Singers, Three Soloists, Orchestra & Organ The Easter Cantata, “Hold in Remembrance Jesus Christ,” is a festive arrangement fitting for the Easter season. The cantata text is based on the story of doubting Thomas.
Cathedral Bells Handbell Concert
Sunday, May 6, 4:00 p.m. The Cathedral Bells, St. John’s premiere Handbell Choir, presents an inspiring concert of handbell music. Ramona Miller, director of the Cathedral Bells, has chosen a varied program that will prove to be very interesting to the audience.
Patriotic Concert
Saturday, June 16, 4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Jubilate Choir and Festival Orchestra There will be TWO performances of the Patriotic Concerts again this year. William Heide conducts the Jubilate Choir and Festival Orchestra as they present another exciting and inspiring evening of patriotic music. Thrilling marches, favorite patriotic songs, and our “Salute to the Armed Forces” will all be part of this popular concert
PAST CONCERTS THIS SEASON:
Bach Cantata Vespers Concert:
Herr Gott, dich loben alle wir (BWV 130)
Sunday, September 25, 7:00 p.m.
Cathedral Singers, Four Soloists, Orchestra & Organ Cantata 130,”Lord God, We Praise Thee” was written in 1724 for St. Michael & All Angels Day on September 29. This festival cantata includes 3 trumpets and timpani.
Allen Pote Choir Fest
Sunday, October 16, 7:00 p.m.
St. John’s welcomes composer Allen Pote from Florida in an inspiring choir concert featuring his compositions and arrangements.
Bach Cantata Vespers Concert:
Schmuecke dich, o liebe Seele (BWV 180)
Sunday, November 13, 7:00 p.m.
Cathedral Singers, Three Soloists, Orchestra and Organ Bach composed this cantata for the 20th Sunday after Trinity in 1724. The cantata is based on the beautiful communion hymn, “Soul, Adorn Thyself with Gladness.”
The Sounds of Christmas
Saturday, December 10, 2011 - 4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Jubilate Choir, Festival Orchestra, & Cathedral Bells The Jubilate Choir, St. John's adult choir of 60 voices, along with a festival orchestra, will join in presenting the beautiful music of Christmas. William Heide conducts the choir and orchestra in inspiring arrangements of favorite Christmas carols. St. John’s handbell choir, the Cathedral Bells, will present three inspiring arrangements as part of the TWO performances again this year.
Bach Cantata Vespers Concert:
Sie werden aus Saba alle kommen (BWV 65)
Sunday, January 8, 2012 - 7:00 p.m.
Cathedral Singers, Two Soloists, Orchestra & Organ Cantata 65, “They All from Sheba Shall Come,” was composed for the Festival of the Epiphany on January 6, 1724. It is fitting that we perform this cantata as part of our Epiphany celebration.
THANK YOU!
We encourage your support by participating in the Patron Program, which funds most of the expenses involved in producing the Concert Series. Since the freewill offerings do not cover the entire costs of the concerts, we need your support to ensure the continuation of this ministry to the community. A listing of all patrons will appear in each concert program. Please refer to the Patron Program Enrollment Form for more details.
Again this year we will offer five Bach Cantata Vespers. An organ prelude will begin each vespers concert, which will also include Bible readings, two hymns, and a short sermon. The choir, soloists, and orchestra are conducted by William Heide; Charles Raasch is the organist.
Please note that all of our concerts are much more comfortable because we are now air conditioned! All of the concerts are held in St. John's historic sanctuary, located at the corner of Almond and Center in Old Towne Orange.
Your are also welcome to worship God with us at our regular worship services:
6:30 p.m. Saturday Service
8:00 a.m. Traditional Liturgy
9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Blended Style Worship
9:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Contemporary Services
(Walker Hall Auditorium)
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