I Dream a World
Langston Hughes’ poem I Dream A World is the focus of this program of songs of hope and justice for a world desperately in need of both.
Music for a Great Space
Designed for the beautiful, open space of St. Veronica church, we sing music perfectly suited for this gracious acoustic, including works by Randall Thompson, Thomas Tallis, John Rutter, Ola Gjeilo, Elaine Hagenberg and David Brunner.
A Very Grande Prairie Christmas
In the best tradition of the Grande Prairie Singers, we present a wide array of contemporary and classical music, both sacred and secular, to welcome the Christmas season, including works from Kodaly and Bach to Forrest, Rutter and Brunner. And an audience sing of favorite carols!
Beauty All Around Us: Songs Inspired By Nature
The beauty of nature has been an inspiration for composers (and authors) for centuries. Join the Grande Prairie Singers as we explore the natural beauty around us through music and poetry. Featured will be works by Vaughn Williams, Mendelssohn, Barber and contemporary composers as well as the poetry of Tennyson, Frost, and Byron. Bring your friends and family for an afternoon of music that proves this truly is a Wonderful World!
We are not selling tickets this season in an effort to reach a broader audience. A free-will donation will be requested.
A Celebration of Women Composers: Past & Present
March is Women’s History Month! Join us as we celebrate contributions of great, but often overlooked women composers throughout the centuries. Starting with the hauntingly beautiful melodies of 10th century composer, Hildegard von Bingen, leading to the lovely songs of 20th century composer, Amy Beach, we’ll feature music from contemporary composers Sarah Quartel, Gweneth Walker, Joni Mitchell and Carly Simon.
A Grande Prairie Christmas: Songs of Comfort & Joy
Come celebrate the holidays with the Grande Prairie Singers as we present Songs of Comfort and Joy! Featured will be sacred choral classics from Bach, Handel and Britten, as well as inspiring works from contemporary composers John Rutter, Dan Forrest, and Elaine Hagenburg. Special guests include violinist Megan Gerhardstein, and the dynamic gospel group, Daniel Hardy & The Assembly who will fill your heart and soul with joyful contemporary gospel songs of the season. This is a don’t-miss concert this holiday season.
Summer Camp
Come sing with us! Boys and girls entering grades 4 – 8 are invited to join our free summer camp presented by Grande Prairie Choral Arts, Grande Prairie Children’s Choir, and Sounds of Illinois Community Music Center. Children will sing great songs with a highly qualified instructor, learning vocal technique, singing in unison and harmony, engaging in teamwork, collaboration, and making new friends. We'll be singing songs from movies, Broadway and more!
Give Our Regards to Broadway
DATE CHANGE! Due to the Omicron spike, the second half of our season started late. Broadway is now scheduled for June.
Broadway Is Back, Baby! Broadway theaters are welcoming back their audiences to live productions once again after a long hiatus. Join us as we celebrate their return with our tribute to the Great White Way. The choir, small ensembles and soloists will perform favorites from beloved classics such as Oklahoma, the Sound of Music, and West Side Story, as well as Rent, Les Miserables, and Hamilton. Get ready for an exciting and entertaining afternoon as we present the best of Broadway!
THERE WILL BE NO TICKET SALES THIS SEASON! We welcome everyone to come and be a part of the music. A free-will donation will be taken.
Songs for Wanderlust: Places Near & Far
DATE AND LOCATION CHANGE! Due to the Omicron spike, the second half of our season started late. Wanderlust is now scheduled for April 3. Location changed to Faith UPC in Park Forest.
After months of staying home, the Grande Prairie Singers are ready to hit the road and see the world! Join us as we perform “Songs for Wanderlust: Places Near and Far. We’ll start off close to home with songs like Shenandoah, and Georgia On My Mind. As we travel south of the border, you’ll hear a lovely Mexican folk song, La Martiniana, the Bossa Nova favorite from Brazil, A Day in the Life of a Fool, as well as songs from Africa, Italy and the British Isles. Pack your bags and join us on our musical travelogue!
THERE WILL BE NO TICKET SALES THIS SEASON! We welcome everyone to come and be a part of the music. A free-will donation will be taken.
Welcome Back Home for the Holidays
After a long hiatus due to COVID 19, the Grande Prairie Singers are thrilled to welcome back our audience with our 2021 holiday concert, “Welcome Back Home for the Holidays.” We have missed making music together and can’t wait to perform the first concert of our 2021-2022 season.
“Welcome Back Home for the Holidays “ will feature early sacred classics such as “O Magnum Mysterium” by Victoria, some familiar carols, a few John Rutter and Alfred Burt favorites as well as a traditional Hanukkah song.
Also included is a beautiful arrangement of “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” which is our wish for our families this year after the separation many of us experienced last holiday season due to Covid.
Please join us December 4 at 4:00 pm at Flossmoor Community Church, 2218 Hutchinson Rd. in Flossmoor, Il. as we welcome you Back Home for the Holidays!
THERE WILL BE NO TICKET SALES THIS SEASON! We welcome everyone to come and be a part of the music. A free-will offering will be taken.
Drive-In Sing-Along
Sue Myers and GPCA are offering once again, a Drive-In Sing-Along scheduled for Saturday, June 12th, at 2pm. We will be singing in the Pavilion behind the parking lot of Immanuel Lutheran Church, located in Richton Park, on the corner of Cicero and Sauk Trail. We will be lining up outdoors 10 feet apart. Bring a lawn chair to sit on when you are not standing. Water will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own snacks!
We will be singing the following songs: Oklahoma, My Song Goes On, Sound of Music, Seasons of Love, One (from Chorus Line). You can find the music here!
Sue will be directing and Tom Labanauskas will be accompanying us on the keyboard! Haven’t we all missed our guy Tom so much? Sue has picked out some great songs to sing together. If we experience rain, extreme heat, or a sand storm, like last year, (that was so crazy) we have a rain date of Saturday, July 10th at 10 am, at Immanuel Lutheran Church.
You are very welcome to bring friends to this event. If they don’t sing, they can watch in the side parking lot. Plenty of room for everyone!
We really hope to see you all in June to make harmonious music together! (Or July if need be.)
Bowling & Karaoke Fundraiser
Join us for an evening of family fun! Come bowl, sing karaoke, and enjoy a meal of salad, pasta, and garlic bread. Game and shoe cost included. Cash bar!
Adults: $20
Kids (age 3-14): $15
We ask that you purchase your tickets by March 3 so we can make enough food!
Christmas Concert
Come enjoy a Grande Prairie Choral Arts “Holly Jolly Christmas.” The concert will include the Grande Prairie Singers and the Grande Prairie Childrens’ Choir. We can’t wait to see you there.
Purchase Tickets at https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4307523
Trivia Game Night
You are invited to join the Grande Prairie Choral Arts on November 9 from 5-8pm at a fundraiser Trivia Night, where we will play trivia, bingo, and more! Cash prizes!
Dinner will be catered by Twisted-Q BBQ in Homewood. Event will be hosted at Immanuel Lutheran in Richton Park.
Adult tickets are $20
Kids (4-10) are $10
Kids (0-3) are $3
Tickets are available at https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4419158
Bring some friends, make a team, play some games, eat some food, support a great cause, have a great time!