InConcert Sierra presents the Sierra Master Chorale and Orchestra on May 19

Grass Valley, CA:  InConcert Sierra presents the Sierra Master Chorale (SMC) and Orchestra, conducted by Music Director Alison Skinner, with an uplifting and inspiring concert on Sunday, May 19 at 2:00pm and Tuesday, May 21 at 7:30pm. 

“I’m excited to share an enchanting program celebrating the profound words penned by great poets and writers, and then set to music. The program includes captivating renditions of Shakespearean classics, the soul-stirring poetry of Robert Frost, and many other uplifting compositions to create a rich tapestry of emotion and inspiration. It’s the kind of experience that will transport everyone to different realms of emotion and thought, leaving us with a renewed sense of wonder and appreciation for the beauty of music and literature,” said Skinner.

The concert program opens with the joyous “How Can I Keep from Singing” by Gwenyth Walker. Also featured are beloved selections like “Frostiana” by Randall Thompson, a medley of Broadway hits including “Sunrise, Sunset” and “Sabbath Prayer” from “Fiddler on the Roof,” and a combination of “You’ll Never Walk Alone” from “Carousel” with “Climb Every Mountain” from “The Sound of Music.” Emotions soar with John Rutter’s “For the Beauty of the Earth” and Craig Courtney’s exquisite “From Earth to Heaven,” leading into the grand finale of Leonard Bernstein’s showstopper from Candide, “Make Our Garden Grow.”

“The variety in the program ensures that there is something for everyone, whether you’re a fan of musical theater, choral music, or classical repertoire. Themes of hope, beauty, and resilience resonate deeply with us all. The choir’s beautiful sound, combined with the orchestra, promises a profoundly moving experience that will deeply touch both performers and audience members alike,” said Skinner.

The SMC is an auditioned, high-level community choir founded in 2008. The 54-member choir rehearses for 13 weeks prior to the performances and then has two final rehearsals with the 24-piece orchestra comprised of local and regional professional musicians from the InConcert Sierra Orchestra. 

Sunday’s general admission concert tickets are $48 for adults. To entice weeknight attendees, Tuesday evening tickets are “pay what you can” with a $20 minimum.  Both concerts are free for youth 18 and under. 

ABOUT: InConcert Sierra is a Nevada County non-profit organization that presents high-caliber classical music performances and robust music education offerings for all ages.  The organization is currently building the Crown Point Events Complex that will feature a state-of-the-art acoustic concert hall, black box theater, and conference center. Founded in 1946, ICS is celebrating 78 years as an integral part of Nevada County’s arts community. For more information, call 530-273-3990 or visit www.inconcertsierra.org.