Oratorio Society Resumes Rehearsals Virtually and In Person for Spring

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 14, 2022

Contact:
westchesteroratorio@gmail.com

Ben Niemczyk | 347-223-9303

Vicky Lucas | 914- 277-3955

Westchester Oratorio Society, Benjamin Niemczyk, Artistic Director, begins rehearsals in January (in person and with a Zoom option) for the spring portion of its 24th season featuring an April 30 performance of J.S. Bach’s “Mass in G minor”, BWV 235 with G.F. Händel’s “O Come, Let Us Sing” HWV 253 and “Sing Unto God” from “Judas Maccabaeus,” HWV 63, and J. Brahms, “Geistliches Lied” Op. 30 accompanied by professional soloists and orchestra.

Rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings from 7 PM to 9:15 PM at the Presbyterian Church of Mount Kisco. Because of the constantly changing nature of the pandemic singers will be offered an option to attend rehearsals remotely via Zoom. Those attending in person will be required to show proof of fall vaccination and wear masks in accordance with Federal and State law, local regulations and CDC guidelines.  Rehearsals have been moved into the Church Sanctuary allowing for greater social distancing.

Competent singers in all voice parts are welcome.  Potential new singers are invited to attend an open rehearsal on January 25.  For more information on joining or about the upcoming spring season email wosinformation@gmail.com or visit the group’s website at www.westchesteroratorio.org.

About Westchester Oratorio Society

Founded in 1997 and currently under the direction Benjamin Niemczyk, the Westchester Oratorio Society is dedicated to bringing high level musical performances of choral masterworks, early music and modern compositions to local audiences in northern Westchester, while at the same time giving its volunteer singers, students and others the unique opportunity of preparing for and participating in such events. In doing so, WOS provides a community and educational experience for amateur singers of all levels while bringing exceptional performances with professional orchestras and soloists to local audiences.