The Sooke Philharmonic Chorus is preparing for its first in-person concert since the start of the COVID pandemic.
The chorus kicks off the Christmas season with Sing Noel on Dec. 4 and 5 at the Sooke Community Hall.
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Soloist Nancy Washeim, a local soprano and regular guest of the Sooke Philharmonic Society, will join the chorus for select numbers.
A 15-piece string orchestra composed of members of the Sooke Philharmonic Orchestra will accompany the singers.
The concert repertoire includes the motet Lobet den Herrn by Bach, as well as some of his well-known Cantata choruses like Jesu, Joy of ManB次元官网网址檚 Desiring and Wachet auf.
Also on the program are shorter works by Mozart, choruses and solos from HandelB次元官网网址檚 Messiah, and a selection of Christmas carols from Britain and Germany.
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Proof of double vaccination and identification must be provided upon entry. Masks and physical distancing will be required.
Tickets are$25 for adults; $20 for students and seniors, 18 and under are free.
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