Camerata California & The Music Man

Camerata California has a fund raiser coming up on Sunday afternoon and evening, June 10.  After drinks at 5:00, and dinner at 6:00, there will be a choral read-through of "The Music Man," and guests are invited to sing along (scores will be provided).  The all-inclusive price is $60 or two for $100, and proceeds will benefit the Camerata California's student scholarship program.  Call 916/483-1386 for more information or to reserve a place.

Folsom Gold - First Public Performance

The 9-member mixed chorus, Folsom Gold, has been incubating for the past year and will give its first public concert on Sunday afternoon, June 10 at the Mt. Olive Lutheran Church in Folsom.  The concert is titled "Cafe Cabaret" and promises a mix of music:  contemporary, patriotic, and jazz.  Directing the group is Fred Weber, founding director of the Sierra Community Chorus, which enjoyed so much success under his leadership at Sierra College in the 1990s.  There is more information about this event at this link.

Barbershop Harmony Society Contest and Convention

This is a big deal. Although I haven't yet attended one of these events, I know something about the Society and the work that goes into preparing for these contests. The standards for musicanship and showmanship in this organization are very high, and chapters work all season to refine their performance entries to the nth degree. The result is a show that is bound to be highly entertaining, with a full day of contests will involve 9 choruses and 15 quartets. The event is sponsored by the Sacramento Capitolaires.  They will be competing along with 4 other choruses covered by the Sacramento Choral Calendar:  American River Chorus, Sierranaders, Gold Rush Chorus, and Folsom Harmony Express. I've rearranged my schedule to be able to attend, and I'm anticipating a memorable day full of good music.  There is more information at this link.