Harvard Pro Musica
Harvard Pro Musica is a quality choral ensemble with a very long history in the area. The group was formed in 1969 by 18 enthusiastic singers and has been in continuous existence since then. The chorus has continually gained new membership because of its commitment to artistic excellence and performances of challenging and exciting repertoire. Currently the chorus consists of about 40 members from Harvard, Acton, Ayer, Bolton, Boxboro, Concord, Lancaster, Leominster, Lunenburg, Shirley and other towns. Our repertoire consists of great works of the choral repertoire from medieval music, such as Monteverdi, to contemporary composers such as John Corigliano and Eric Whitacre. Some pieces are performed acapella and others are accompanied by chamber groups or small orchestras. Soloists and small group ensembles are chosen from within the group. Occasionally a professional soloist is brought in. Harvard Pro Musica has performed in collaboration with other local choral groups such as The Treble Chorus of New England, Sounds of Stow, and Nashoba Valley Chorale. Now heading into its 41st season, Harvard Pro Musica is actively looking for new members in all voice parts for the 2010-2011 season.
The musical director is Mark Bennett, DMA. His outstanding leadership and passion for music has attracted many new members. Our accompanist is Susan Minor, who continues to amaze us with her skills and patience. Susan teaches piano at her studio in Acton and Mark offers Voice Lessons by arrangement.
Mission Statement
Harvard Pro Musica was established in 1969 to promote the common good and general welfare of the people of Harvard and local communities by providing periodic choral concerts of fine quality for the public; and to provide, for interested people of sufficient musical ability, an organized group with which to sing. Harvard Pro Musica is a non-profit organization supported in part by grants from the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Support also comes from contributions from individuals and businesses, and program advertisements.Our Associations
Harvard Pro Musica is a member of the Nashoba Valley Cultural Council and the Central Massachusetts Choral Consortium. Please visit them to support your local community and see what other events are occuring.Our Activities & Calendar
Performances are held in local towns, recently in Harvard, Stow, Lowell, Acton and other towns. Music comes from the classical Repertoire, from Baroque to modern, from larger masterpieces to smaller lesser-known gems. Some are performed with full orchestra and other pieces are a cappella.Membership Information
Anyone with a desire to sing classical music in a chorus is invited to join. While there is no audition process, the musical director has the option to listen to the member primarily for purpose of placement into vocal sections. Members pay annual dues, and purchase the sheet music.Meeting Information
Rehearsals are held Tuesday evenings 7:30 to 9:45 from September to May at the Harvard Unitarian Church on the common in Harvard, MA, near the intersection of Rts. 111 and 110.Contact Information
For further information about the group, such as becoming a member, tickets for concerts, making contributions, you may email info@harvardpromusica.org or call Harvard Pro Musica at 978-456-5039 . Snail mail: PO Box 446, Harvard, MA 01451Members
Members keep in touch via a Yahoo group mailing list. Go HERE to request membership.Direct Link for members: http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/HarvardProMusica/
News :
Please join us for our December 12, 2010 concert which will feature Vivaldi "Gloria" and seasonal pieces. Sign up now! Email info@harvardpromusica.org
If you love singing, or just want to see if we're the group for you, join us for open rehearsals at 7:30 on September 7th and 14th, 2010 at the Unitarian Church in Harvard MA.
Sponsorship :
Please visit our local sponsors and underwriters, who make possible the music and concerts we bring you.
If you would like to be a sponser of great music in your local community, please contact us at Harvard Pro Musica
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