Westchester Oratorio begins Rehearsals on September 9 in Somers for Fall Concert in Mount Kisco

ByWestchester Oratorio Society
Westchester Oratorio Spring Concert

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 18, 2025
contact: Vicki Lucas
914 277 3955
[email protected] 

Westchester Oratorio Society, a community chorus of 45 voices, invites competent volunteer singers in all voice parts to join them for their 28th Anniversary season, the group’s 2nd under the baton of artistic director, David Štech. Weekly rehearsals on Tuesday evenings begin on September 9, 2025. from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at St Luke’s Episcopal Church, 331. NY 100, Somers, New York.

In just one year Mr. Štech has gained a reputation for programs that are unique, inspirational, and a joy to sing. The group’s fall concert will be held on Friday evening, November 21 at the beautiful Mount Kisco Presbyterian Church. The program ranges from mystical songs and ancient prayers to shape-note hymns and radiant choruses. Featured are works by Felix Mendelssohn and Ralph Vaughan Williams and a medley of choruses and songs from traditional to Barber, Thompson, Stanford and Bach. As David says, “a journey from night into light.” The program Is made possible with a grant from the New York Community Trust.

Rehearsals in September are “open.” Those interested in attending can e-mail [email protected]. For more information, including the full program for the Fall Concert, visit the group on the web at www.westchesteroratorio.org

About Westchester Oratorio Society

Founded in 1997 and currently under the direction of David Štech, 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.