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A Spring Messiah
April 2, 2022
A SPRING MESSIAH MAY 14th at 6.30PM • Norwalk Concert Hall • Norwalk, CT The Fairfield County Chorale, under the baton of Maestro David Rosenmeyer, will perform Handel’s Messiah at Norwalk Concert Hall at 6:30pm on Saturday, May 14, 2022. David Rosenmeyer, celebrating his tenth season with the Chorale, will be joined by soloists Kendra […]
FCC to present A Requiem for the Pandemic
Operawire.com
March 1, 2022
Fairfield County Chorale to Present ‘A Requiem for the Pandemic’
Music Interview: The Fairfield County Chorale celebrates Hailstork and Holidays
December 8, 2021
The Fairfield County Chorale is presenting a festive live concert with choral favorites by Mendelssohn, Handel and honoring American composer Adolphus Hailstork in his 80th birthday year. Kate talks with FCC Music Director David Rosenmeyer about this special concert on Sunday, December 12, at 4 p.m. in the Norwalk Concert Hall. Listen to the interview.
Hailstork, Holiday, and a Little Hallelujah
November 14, 2021
HAILSTORK, HOLIDAY, & A LITTLE HALLELUJAH DECEMBER 12th at 4:00PM • Norwalk Concert Hall • Norwalk, CT Join Fairfield County Chorale and tenor Anthony P. McGlaun this upcoming holiday season as we gather together for the first time since March 2020 to offer our holiday favorites – some old, some new, some unexpected. With so […]
May 14
Handel • Messiah
Handel Messiah
saturday, May 14, 2022, 6:30pm
Norwalk Concert Hall
125 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT
The Fairfield County Chorale, under the baton of Maestro David Rosenmeyer, will be joined by soloists Kendra Berentsen, Soprano; Karolina Pilou, Mezzo-Soprano; Brian Giebler, Tenor; and Michael Pitocchi, Bass-Baritone; accompanied by the Fairfield County Chorale Orchestra.
Following its premiere in Dublin two weeks after Easter in 1742, Messiah quickly became a favorite oratorio throughout English speaking countries. It is typically performed during the Christmas season, but this year the FCC is returning Handel’s most famous oratorio to its original season, the Spring.
A work of profound pain, joy, and grace, Handel’s Messiah tells the story of Jesus Christ, from the prophecy of his birth, through his death, ending triumphantly with the Resurrection.
Messiah was composed in an astonishing 24 days and was an immediate commercial success. It is a particular tour de force for the chorus, rich with extraordinary music, emotional impact, and uplifting messages. Objectively a liturgical piece, Handel’s focus was on humanity’s earthly relationship to the Divine. The joy manifested in the Hallelujah Chorus in unequivocal. King George II was supposedly so moved during the London premiere that he stood, followed by the entire audience. The practice of audiences leaping to their feet whenever the Hallelujah Chorus is played continues to this day.
Mar 26
A Requiem for the Pandemic
Mozart Requiem
Cabaniss Three Sabbaths
saturday, March 26, 2022, 7:30pm
Norwalk Concert Hall
125 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT
Featuring the Fairfield County Chorale Orchestra
Our distinguished soloists:
Joy Jan Jones, Soprano
Eugenia Forteza, Mezzo-Soprano
Pedro Sequera, Tenor
Hyunsoon Kim, Baritone
Dec 12
Hailstork and Holiday Favorites
A Celebration of Adolphus Hailstork
Plus Holiday Favorites
Sunday, December 12, 2021, 4pm
Norwalk Concert Hall
125 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT
Fairfield County Chorale Orchestra
Featuring:
Anthony P. McGlaun, Tenor
Jennifer Romano, Soprano and FCC Member
Ricky Davis, Baritone and former FCC President
FCC remains committed to the health of and safety of our members, performers, audience, and supporters. All participating Chorale members are fully vaccinated and wearing masks. FCC is adhering to all local covid requirements, and rigorously following all mandates from the City of Norwalk and Norwalk City Hall (NCH). NCH fans and filters have been upgraded to meet new covid-related standards. All audience members, regardless of age, must provide proof of full vaccination and identification prior to entering the auditorium; wear masks at all times and maintain social distances. FCC appreciates everyone’s commitment to caution and prudence, and thanks you for your cooperation as we strive to maintain the safest possible conditions for our live performances.
Fairfield County Chorale Sings New Tune
Dan Woog
August 11, 2021
On March 3, 2020 Deborah Harper Bono was enjoying her weekly rehearsal with the Fairfield County Chorale. A tenor — a systems analyst by day — said he’d been following Johns Hopkins’ COVID dashboard, and was worried. The Chorale was planning a trip to Italy in May; that country was already hit hard. Five days later […]
Music Interview: Fairfield County Chorale Welcomes A New Season with Vivaldi’s ‘Gloria’
April 6, 2021
Listen to WSHU’s Kate Remington interview Maestro David Rosenmeyer about our Vivaldi’s Gloria virtual concert. Listen here
