"Messiah" Sing-Along to Benefit Young People's Chorus of Erie December 15, 2009

The Erie Philharmonic Chorus will host its third annual “Messiah” sing-along on Tuesday, Dec. 15.

Anyone who has sung—or always wanted to sing—G.F. Handel’s most famous composition is invited to join the 85-voice Erie Philharmonic Chorus for the sing-along, which takes place at 7 p.m. at Saint Patrick Catholic Church, 130 E. Fourth St., Erie. Admission is $5 per person, and all proceeds benefit the Young People’s Chorus of Erie. Participants who own a “Messiah” score are encouraged to bring it that evening.

The sing-along will be conducted by Dr. Jason Bishop, conductor of the Erie Philharmonic Chorus, founder and artistic director of the Young People’s Chorus of Erie, and director of choral activities at Penn State Behrend. Organist Erik Meyer, cantor at Luther Memorial Church, will be the accompanist.

The Young People’s Chorus of Erie is open to children ages 7 to 18. Inspired by and affiliated with the Young People’s Chorus of New York City, YPC Erie offers children of diverse backgrounds a comprehensive choral music experience to foster personal and artistic growth. For more information about the “Messiah” sing-along, YPC Erie, or upcoming YPC auditions, phone 814-898-6789 or visit ypcerie.org.

Official Website: http://www.ypcerie.org