Westchester Oratorio Society to present King David Oratorio on November 23 in Mount Kisco
Westchester Oratorio Society
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 27, 2024
contact: Vicki Lucas 914 977 3955
On Saturday evening November 23 the Westchester Oratorio Society under the direction of David Štech will present Honegger’s dramatic “King David” oratorio at the Presbyterian Church of Mount Kisco beginning at 7 PM. The work will be sung in English and feature soloists Olivia Greene, Soprano, Emily Geller, Contralto, Aaron Blankfield, Tenor, and narrator David Salsbery Fry, accompanied by the WOS Chamber Orchestra and the magnificent von Beckerath Organ at the church.
Swiss composer Arthur Honegger wrote “King David” in 1921. Unique and evocative, the Old Testament work tells the biblical story of David’s life from shepherd boy to king, his victories, intrigues, and death. The performance will be the first for the oratorio society under the baton of Mr. Štech who was appointed artistic director last summer.
“Westchester Oratorio Society is one of the area’s real treasures,” Štech said, “and has gained a reputation for sharing masterworks of music that aren’t often performed. This is the greatest oratorio you’ve never heard!”
“King David” begins at 7 PM. Presbyterian Church of Mount Kisco is located at 605 Millwood Road (Rte. 133), Mount Kisco, NY. Tickets are $25 general, $40 preferred and $10 student in advance ($30/50/15 at the door). Advanced tickets are available through the group’s website, www.westchesteroratorio.org.
Montage: (clockwise from top left: Olivia Greene, Emily Geller, Aaron Blankfield and David Salsbery Fry)
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.