The University of Southern Maine’s School of Music will present Joyous Sounds for a Festive Season at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, atWilliston-Immanuel United Church, 156 High St., Portland.

PORTLAND —  The University of Southern Maine’s School of Music will present Joyous Sounds for a Festive Season at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, atWilliston-Immanuel United Church, 156 High St. The USM Chamber Singers, the university’s premiere a cappella ensemble, will perform their spirited annual tradition, conducted by Robert Russell, USM professor of Music and Choral Studies. There is a $12 suggested donation at the door; open seating.

Next, the USM School of Music will present the 23rd Annual Scholarship Gala “La Stagione della Luce Veneziana: A Venetian Season of Light” at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at Abromson Community Education Center, 88 Bedford St. Enjoy an elegant evening in support of scholarships for USM School of Music students. A Venetian Season of Light features live musical performances by the School of Music’s acclaimed student ensembles from start to finish. The gala includes a festive holiday banquet with tableside serenading, a live auction, silent auction, raffle drawing and centerpiece concert. Reservations required. For tickets and information, call 207-780-5003, email brackett@usm.maine.edu or visit www.usmmusicgala.org.

This will be followed by the USM Composers Showcase Concert at 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at Corthell Concert Hall, 37 College Ave., USM Gorham campus. The USM Composers Ensemble is a group of more than 30 students who work collaboratively to debut and rehearse pieces that each student individually composes, under the direction of Dan Sonenberg, USM associate professor of Music and resident composer. Each semester culminates with a final Showcase Concert, which features the ensemble performing wholly original work. Free and open to the public.

Up next will be the USM Youth Ensembles Vocal Concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, at Corthell Concert Hall, 37 College Ave., USM Gorham campus. This annual concert brings together the Southern Maine Youth Chorale, conducted by Shannon Chase, and the Southern Maine Children’s Choir, conducted by Paul McGovern. The chorale is comprised of singers in grades seven-12, and the choir is comprised of singers in grades four and up. The groups rehearse at the USM School of Music throughout the fall and present a final concert to showcase their talent and musicianship. There is an $8/$5 suggested donation at the door; open seating.

For more information, visit www.usm.maine.edu/music.

Copy the Story Link