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These shows are going to feature everything from Mozart to Metallica.

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Formed in the summer of 2021, Choral Evolution has struggled to practice due to public health measures introduced during the pandemic. But Ruddell said the 23 members are passionate and dedicated to their craft, powering through rehearsals held over video calls and outdoors until recently.

But the result of that perseverance is an hour-long performance featuring not just music but a bit of theatre in the form of expressive eye makeup, coordinated masks for the singers and even costumes.

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Shows are set for 7 p.m. at the Colwood Church on March 4 and on March 5 at Holy Trinity Church in Sooke. Holy Trinity will also host a 2 p.m. show on March 6. Tickets are $20 on eventbrite.ca in advance or at the door, and current COVID-19 protocols will be in place at all concerts.

For more information, or if you are interested in joining Choral Evolution, visit choralevolution.ca or email choralevolution@gmail.com.

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