Save The Date: Springfield Community Chorus to Perform Haydn's Creation on June 6th

The 48th season Spring performance of the Springfield Community Chorus, directed by Ken Olsson, will feature The Creation by Joseph Haydn. Considered by many to be Haydn's crowning achievement, The Creation oratorio, composed between 1796 and 1798, commemorates and celebrates the creation narrative found in the book of Genesis and John Milton's epic poem, "Paradise Lost."

The concert will be performed on June 6th at 7:00PM in the Springfield High School auditorium. Accompaniment will be provided by an ensemble of instrumentalist, and the performance will feature numerous solos as well as choral pieces. In addition there is a multi-media display planned that will feature work of local artists that relate to the theme of the piece. The sights and sounds are sure to thrill the audience.

Ken Olsson is in his fourth year as director of the chorus. He comes with extensive experience in directing, accompanying, and performing. A graduate of Ithaca College with a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance, Olsson regularly challenges the chorus to expand and develop their musical abilities while providing complete vocal instruction and choral direction. In recent seasons Olsson has lead the chorus in performances of Mozart's Requiem, a collection of holiday favorites, a moving tribute to the spirituals, and most recently Part I of Handel's Messiah.

The Springfield Community Chorus is proud to offer these opportunities at no cost to the public. Expenses are covered through grants, sponsorships, free-will donations at the event, and advertising sales. Businesses who would like to place an ad in the program for the events are encouraged to contact Andie Bentley at 802-298-0119 for more information.