2012 FEBRUARY 25, Saturday, 8pm
Orpheum Theatre
Two of the most explosive works of the 20th century. Stravinsky’s Les Noces (1923) is striking in its folklike writing which conjures up the excitement and ceremony of a rustic wedding.
News
Christmas Concerts and Sing-Along Messiah Open Rehearsal
Join the full array of the Vancouver Bach Choir and the many groups of the Vancouver Bach Children’s Chorus accompanied by organ and brass ensemble as we celebrate the festive season.
30 Under 30
The Vancouver Bach Choir is pleased to announce our new “30 Under 30” program. If you’re 30 years of age or under, you can sign up to receive special discount tickets for our regular season concerts. Tickets are 2 for $30 and only available for a limited time.
New Assistant Conductor
The VBC is pleased to announce that Kemuel Wong is our new Assistant Conductor, as of 1 September 2011.
Open Rehearsal of Brahms’ Requiem
Leslie Dala, music director of the Vancouver Bach Choir, would love to have you join him and the choir for an open rehearsal of Brahms’ German Requiem.
Heritage Hall – the new home of the Vancouver Bach Choir offices
The offices of the Vancouver Bach Choir are now at Heritage Hall in the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood of Vancouver. Heritage Hall is a landmark building at the corner of 15th Avenue and Main Street in Vancouver.
Meet our Music Director
David Gordon Duke of The Vancouver Sun wrote in his review of The Damnation of Faust— the Bach Choir’s 2011 Season finale concert:
Review of Berlioz’ Damnation of Faust
Read the full review from The Georgia Straight
Read the full review from The Vancouver Sun
Quotes from the Faust concert preview and reviews:
“According to the Vancouver Bach Choir’s new conductor Leslie Dala, “Berlioz’ Le damnation de Faust isn’t a concert: it’s an event!” He’s absolutely right.”
Barbara Livingston becomes the new General Manager of the Vancouver Bach Choir.
In January 2011, Barbara Livingston will assume the position of General Manager. She is very much looking forward to working with Music Director Leslie Dala, the Bach Choir Board of Directors and the dedicated, enthusiastic members of the choir.
New Opportunities for Donors
As part of our 80th Anniversary celebrations, we have new categories for donors and sponsors, designed to give YOU the opportunity of taking part in the life of the choir.