Special Events
Annual Holiday Concert and Benefit
The Choral Arts Society’s Annual Benefit is a highlight of the Washington holiday season and attracts over 500 of Washington’s most prominent political, business, social and cultural leaders. The evening consists of:
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A performance of Christmas music in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall
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An elegant dinner and dancing
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An exciting silent auction
Last year’s Holiday Benefit and Silent Auction together raised almost $400,000 for Choral Arts’ regular performances, as well as the organization’s educational and outreach programs.
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Photo by Tony Brown/imijphoto.com |
Photo by Tony Brown/imijphoto.com |
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29th Annual Holiday Benefit:
Joyeux Noel
Kennedy Center Roof Terrace | December 2009 |
MLK Celebration Community Initiative
The Mission: To unite the greater Washington community in remembrance of Dr. King’s ideals of non-violence, justice, equality and peace, and to celebrate his legacy through music
The Music: A concert featuring gospel music and spirituals performed by the Choral Arts Chorus, with Norman Scribner conducting, and WPAS' Men, Women and Children of the Gospel, with Stanley Thurston conducting
The Outreach:
The Message: Humanitarian Award presented to an individual who embodies the spirit of Dr. King’s message
The Visuals: Vivid video elements and historic footage commemorating and honoring Dr. King and the Civil Rights Movement
“Nothing surpasses the power of music to knit together our differences, heal our wounds and inspire our spirits.” –
Norman Scribner, Artistic Director
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Executive Director Debra Kraft
2009 MLK Tribute Steering Committee Co-Chairs Drs. Roselyn P. and Charles H. Epps, Jr.
Roselyn E. Epps, MD |
Concert Receptions
Choral Arts frequently hosts
exclusive receptions at embassies and other venues throughout the area to celebrate the beautiful music audiences hear at our concerts. Donors may be invited to these receptions as a thank you for their support.
2009 Benefit Chair Tiffanny Gates and Eric Gates