Chor Leoni is set to celebrate the winter season and bring festive cheer with its beloved annual tradition, Christmas with Chor Leoni. The award-winning choir will perform six concerts at Vancouver’s historic St. Andrew’s-Wesley United Church (1022 Nelson St) from December 19th to 21st.
Artistic Director Erick Lichte described the concert’s vision: “The wish for Christmas with Chor Leoni is to create a space where music can make deep and cherished holiday memories live in the moment, where all who listen might connect to the sound of Chor Leoni as well as with one another, and where the joy and the hope of the season can spill out of the illuminated sanctuary of St. Andrew’s-Wesley to bring light and life to the world.”
The program promises a rich blend of timeless melodies, modern carols, and reimagined folk classics. Audiences can expect favorites like O Come Emmanuel, Silent Night, and Ron Sexsmith’s Maybe This Christmas, alongside rollicking holiday folk music and ancient chants.
This year’s concert will also feature the world premieres of two reimagined classics: Joy to the World and Angels We Have Heard On High. The latter breathes new life into the French carol, transforming it into a symphonic Irish jig.
Adding to the experience, Vancouver-based musicians Tina Chang and Karen-Lee Morlang (piano), Cameron Wilson (violin), Laurence Mollerup (bass), and Keith Sinclair (guitar) will join Chor Leoni on stage.
Known for its breathtaking acoustics and atmospheric lighting, St. Andrew’s-Wesley United provides the perfect backdrop for this immersive musical celebration. Christmas with Chor Leoni offers a unique opportunity to connect with the joy, comfort, and light of the season.
Last modified: December 16, 2024
