Pop goes the chorus.

Although Choral EvolutionB次元官网网址檚 upcoming concert, Unplugged, A Choral Twist On Classic Hits, is devoted in its entirety to pop music, not all audience members may plug into what classic tune is being served up right away.

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An example of that from the show is taking a song like Gravity by John Mayer and combining it with Elton JohnB次元官网网址檚 Rocket Man so it becomes a blended choral piece, Miller explained.

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Several decades are represented in the selection of pop tunes for the show, which should appeal to all ages and tastes in pop music.

Choral Evolution will be accompanied by Gabe Lagos on piano, Jeff Poynter on keyboard, and Andre Cloutier on guitar for Unplugged.

The concerts will be MillerB次元官网网址檚 last with Choral Evolution after two years as artistic director.

B次元官网网址淐horal Evolution has strived to bring our best forward from the beginning and Gordon has helped shape that future,B次元官网网址� said Choral Evolution president Sherry Walters. B次元官网网址淗is gentle, respectful way of conducting works to encourage and bring out the best we have been. For Gordon, singing is more than the opening of the mouth; he has taught us to open our minds and let the music flow through us, and it is a pleasure to work with him.B次元官网网址�

With assistance from Gabe, Choral EvolutionB次元官网网址檚 collaborative pianist, Miller shares his musical artistry and makes the music come alive, Walters added.

Unplugged takes place Friday, May 3 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, May 4 at 2 p.m. at Holy Trinity Church at 1962 Murray Rd.

ThereB次元官网网址檚 also a performance at 2 p.m. in Victoria on Sunday at James Bay United Church at 511 Michigan St.

Tickets cost $25 and are available at eventbrite.ca, or at the door.

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