Community Corner
Andover Choral Society presents "Simple Gifts" featuring American Folk Hymns
Let the Andover Choral Society bring you back to a simpler time in American life in a program featuring beloved nineteenth-century American folk songs and folk hymns. Enjoy the iconic American sound of Aaron Copland’s “Old American Songs,” movements from Randall Thompson’s “Frostiana” set, and arrangements by Mormon Tabernacle Choir director Mack Wilberg and others. The program also features baritone soloist Andrew Garland, who will join the chorus in the Copland works. Critics have described Andrew Garland’s voice as “…virile, luxuriantly warm and beautiful” and his performances as “expressive…with the occasional streak of theatricality.” Mr. Garland will also perform selection of early American folk songs arranged by Steven Mark Kohn and featured on Mr. Garland’s CD, “On the Other Shore.” The chorus will be accompanied by a chamber orchestra arranged by Music Director, Michael Driscoll.