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From the Director

Welcome to the 26th season of Bellevue Chamber Chorus, another year of diverse and exciting concerts for your listening pleasure. In December we explore more of the inexhaustible riches of music for the Christmas season in "A Child Is Born", and continue our annual performance of Handel’s immortal Messiah with the Bellevue Philharmonic Orchestra. Our March program, "Showtime", showcases some of the icons of American musical theater, as well as a talented contemporary composer with an impeccable musical pedigree. Finally, in June we are very pleased to collaborate with the excellent Northwest Chamber Chorus for "In Tribute", two inspiring concerts of choral masterworks

As the ensemble enters its second quarter-century of music making and I complete a decade as artistic director, we are acutely aware that these are challenging times for arts organizations of all kinds, and for patrons of the arts as well. We are thankful for your continued support of the choral art form which we all love, and we are committed, as always, to bringing you exceptional quality and value for your artistic dollar. Most importantly, we remain convinced of the power of great choral music to add depth, perspective, and joy to our sometimes turbulent lives. In that light, we look forward to sharing that music with you again this year. See you on the downbeat!

Fredrick Lokken
Artistic Director / Conductor

2009-2010 Subscription Series

A Child is Born Start your holiday celebrations with glorious Christmas music from across the centuries. Experience timeless Gregorian chant and Renaissance motets, delightful traditional carols arranged by renowned American conductors Gregg Smith and Dale Warland, and beautiful contemporary works by William Hawley (O magnum mysterium), Brent Pierce (How Still He Rests), John Tavener (The Lamb), and more, in a program of seasonal peace and joy sure to put you in the Christmas spirit.   

 

Saturday, December 5, 2009, 7:30pm                    Bothell United Methodist Church
Sunday, December 6, 2009, 3:00pm                       First Congregational Church of Bellevue

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Marvelous music from the theater takes center stage in our exciting pops program! You’ll enjoy excerpts from Gershwin’s classic Porgy and Bess, and Bernstein’s lively Wonderful Town and Candide (commemorating the 20th anniversary of the composer’s death). Then savor the incomparable songs of Richard Rodgers, as well as highlights from the gorgeous, award-winning musical The Light in the Piazza (premiered at Seattle’s Intiman Theater in 2003), by Rodgers’ grandson, Adam Guettel. Don’t miss it!  Showtime

Saturday, March 6, 2010, 2:00 pm                     Theatre at Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue
Saturday, March 6, 2010, 7:30 pm                     Theatre at Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue  

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In Tribute  Together with the Northwest Chamber Chorus, directed by Mark Kloepper, the Chorus presents a stunning program of musical tribute and remembrance. In addition to performing separately in pieces by Brahms, Tchaikovsky, Górecki, and more, both choirs will be featured in magnificent works for a cappella double chorus by Schumann (in honor of his 200th anniversary year), and John Rutter (the exciting Hymn to the Creator of Light, in memory of English composer Herbert Howells), as well as Howells’ intimate memorial to his son: the sublime and moving Requiem. 

 

            Saturday, June 12, 2010, 7:30 pm                          Theatre at Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue       

  Sunday, June 13, 2010,  3:00 pm                            Plymouth Congregational Church, Seattle 

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2009-2010 Special Events

Handel's Messiah with the Bellevue Philharmonic Orchestra

Handel's Messiah is the world's most popular choral work. This glorious work has become a Bellevue Philharmonic tradition with its blend of elegant melodies, thrilling choruses and brilliant orchestrations.

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Sunday, December 20th 5:00 p.m.

Westminster Chapel Bellevue

Argosy Christmas Ship Cruise

The Argosy Christmas Ship™ festival is a holiday celebration that has been a Northwest tradition for 59 years. Its main purpose is to bring communities together to celebrate the holiday season. From their flotilla of ships to the crowds of people who gather onshore, this celebration is one of the gems of the holiday season.

Monday, December 21, 6:00 p.m.

Departs: Kirkland Marina, Kirkland

 

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