Classic songs from the 1970s get a Choral Evolution spin.
Carry Us Away - Songs of Variety and Inspiration puts the talents of the 30-member choral group on full display through their interpretation of tunes made famous by artists like Joni Mitchell and The Mamas & The Papas, and songs written by Graham Nash and Bill Withers, among others.
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Carry Us Away feature accompanist Gabe Lagos, a musician and composer for film and media, who was born in Chile and is now based in Victoria.
Carry Us Away takes place on Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. and on Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. at St. Rose of Lima Church, 2191 Townsend Rd., in Sooke.
A West Shore concert is scheduled for Dec. 9, at 7 p.m. at Gordon United at 935 Goldstream Ave. in Langford.
Tickets, which cost $25 for adults and free for those under 16 years of age, are available at eventbrite.ca or the door.
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Rehearsals are in Sooke Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Sooke, and St. Mary of the Incarnation Church in Metchosin , with members ranging from adventurous beginners to accomplished vocalists.
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