"Both Sides of the Pond"
February 24, 26, and 27, 2011
The Chorale performed a selection of familiar tunes from yesteryear from “A Cappella Americana,” arranged by Derric Johnson, patriotic songs arranged by Lois Van Dam, along with "The Sprig of Tyme," a collection of folk songs from the British Isles arranged by John Rutter.
Thursday, February 24th at 6:30 pm - Shalimar, FL
Dolores Hope All Faiths Chapel at Bob Hope Village, 30 Holly Avenue
Audience members enjoyed a reception following the performance catered by Magnolia Grill.
Saturday, February 26th at 7:00 pm - Panama City, FL
The Holy Nativity Episcopal Church, 222 North Bonita Avenue
Sunday, February 27th at 3:00 pm - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
The Community Church, 3524 US Highway 98 West
Click here for maps to our concert venues.
"Holiday Caroling 2010"
Various Locations
The Chorale enjoyed performing a mix of traditional carols and popular holiday songs in jazzy acapella arrangements by Mark Hanson in the following locations:
Sunday, November 21st - Miramar Beach, FL
Silver Sands Factory Stores, 10562 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin, FL (32550)
The Chorale serenaded shoppers as part of Silver Sands' Annual "Evening of Giving."
For map and directions, CLICK HERE.
Saturday, December 4th - Miramar Beach, FL
Silver Sands Factory Stores, 10562 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin, FL (32550)
The Chorale performed for "Santa's Arrival" in the Courtyard in front of Saks off 5th while children paraded in festive holiday costumes. For map and directions, CLICK HERE.
Friday, December 10th - Sandestin, FL
Grand Park at Grand Boulevard, US Hwy 98 just East of the Entrance to Sandestin
The Chorale set the musical mood for the lighting ceremony of the "12 Days of Christmas Trees" in which area charities compete for the "best decorated tree." For map and directions, CLICK HERE
Saturday, December 11th at noon - Valparaiso, FL
Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida, 115 Westview Avenue (32580)
The Chorale participated in the museum's "Yule of Yesteryear and Holiday Victorian Tea."
For more information about this FREE event CLICK HERE.
The PRO ARTE CHORALE is available to perform for public events throughout the year and during 2011 Holiday Season. Please CONTACT US for further information.
"A Slice of Americana"
Veterans' Day 2010
Thursday, November 11th at 6:30 pm - Shalimar, FL
Delores Hope All Faith's Chapel at Bob Hope Village, 30 Holly Avenue
The Chorale performed a selection of familiar songs from yesteryear from “A Cappella Americana” arranged by Derric Johnson plus “The Star Spangled Banner” and “America the Beautiful” arranged by Pro Arte's multi-talented Lois Van Dam. A reception provided by Magnolia Grill that was enjoyed by all!
"Poetry in Song"
"Both Sides of the Pond"
February 24, 26, and 27, 2011
The Chorale performed a selection of familiar tunes from yesteryear from “A Cappella Americana,” arranged by Derric Johnson, patriotic songs arranged by Lois Van Dam, along with "The Sprig of Tyme," a collection of folk songs from the British Isles arranged by John Rutter.
Thursday, February 24th at 6:30 pm - Shalimar, FL
Dolores Hope All Faiths Chapel at Bob Hope Village, 30 Holly Avenue
Audience members enjoyed a reception following the performance catered by Magnolia Grill.
Saturday, February 26th at 7:00 pm - Panama City, FL
The Holy Nativity Episcopal Church, 222 North Bonita Avenue
Sunday, February 27th at 3:00 pm - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
The Community Church, 3524 US Highway 98 West
Click here for maps to our concert venues.
"Holiday Caroling 2010"Silver Sands Factory Stores, 10562 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin, FL (32550)
The Chorale serenaded shoppers as part of Silver Sands' Annual "Evening of Giving."
For map and directions, CLICK HERE.
Silver Sands Factory Stores, 10562 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin, FL (32550)
The Chorale performed for "Santa's Arrival" in the Courtyard in front of Saks off 5th while children paraded in festive holiday costumes. For map and directions, CLICK HERE.
Grand Park at Grand Boulevard, US Hwy 98 just East of the Entrance to Sandestin
The Chorale set the musical mood for the lighting ceremony of the "12 Days of Christmas Trees" in which area charities compete for the "best decorated tree." For map and directions, CLICK HERE
Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida, 115 Westview Avenue (32580)
The Chorale participated in the museum's "Yule of Yesteryear and Holiday Victorian Tea."
For more information about this FREE event CLICK HERE.
"A Slice of Americana"
Veterans' Day 2010
Delores Hope All Faith's Chapel at Bob Hope Village, 30 Holly Avenue
April 15, 17, and 18, 2010
The Chorale performed "Frostiana," Randall Thompson's poignant settings of the poems of Robert Frost, and George Shearing's jazzy "Songs and Sonnets of Shakespeare."
Click here for the complete program and detailed notes.
Thursday, April 15th at 7:00 pm - Ft. Walton Beach, FL
First United Methodist Church, 103 SE First Street
Audience members joined us for our traditional "Afterglow" at Magnolia Grill following the concert.
Saturday, April 17th at 7:00 pm - Panama City, FL
The Holy Nativity Episcopal Church, 222 North Bonita Avenue
Sunday, April 18th at 3:00 pm - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
The Community Church, 3524 US Highway 98 West
"Holiday Caroling 2009"
November 27, December 4, 11, and 18, 2009
Grand Boulevard at Sandestin
Members of the Chorale entertained shoppers with seasonal music at Grand Boulevard on Friday evenings during the holiday shopping season.
“Reflections of the Season”
November 14, 15 & 19, 2009
The Chorale performed Telemann’s “Shepherds at the Manger in Bethlehem” featuring guest baritone Dr. Brandon Keaton, Mendelssohn’s “There Shall a Star From Jacob Come Forth,” Pietro Yon’s “Gesu Bambino,” and several lighter selections, including Craig Courtney's inventive "A Musicological Journey Through the Twelve Days of Christmas."
Click here for the complete program and detailed notes.
Saturday, November 14th at 7:00 pm - Panama City, FL
The Holy Nativity Episcopal Church, 222 North Bonita Avenue
Sunday, November 15th at 3:00 pm - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
The Community Church, 3524 US Highway 98 West
Thursday, November 19th at 7:00 pm - Ft. Walton Beach, FL
First United Methodist Church, 103 SE First Street
Audience members joined us at Magnolia Grill for a delighful "Afterglow" following the Nov. 19 performance.
“Praise and Peril"
A Tribute to Ralph Vaughan Williams
March 21 and 22, 2009
The Chorale performed several selections by Ralph Vaughan Williams, including "O Clap Your Hands,” "Five Sea Songs,” and "Five Mystical Song's" featuring guest baritone Dr. Brandon Keaton. The concert also included other songs of the sea by a variety of 19th and 20th century composers.
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 7:00 pm - Panama City, FL
Grace Presbyterian Church, 1415 Airport Road
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 3:00 pm - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
The Community Church, 3524 US Highway 98 West