Three local music groups—Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra, Gainesville Community Choir, and South Loudoun Youth Chorale—will perform together at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 5, at 7:00 p.m.
The concert, Illuminare: Songs of Light and Life, will bring 300 musicians together for one evening. The program includes Lux: The Dawn from On High by Dan Forrest, selections from Mozart’s Requiem, and music from video games.
Each group shares a focus on music performance, education, and community involvement.
Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra (OBCO), formed in 1998, is an all-volunteer group that presents concerts in Prince William County. The group is led by Music Director David Kirven. More information is at obco.org.
Gainesville Community Choir (GCC) is a non-auditioned group that includes vocal technique and music literacy in its rehearsals. The choir received the 2023 Seefeldt Award for Outstanding Arts Organization, and its conductor Jacob Lash received the 2024 Seefeldt Award for Outstanding Arts Educator. Learn more at gainesvillecommunitychoir.com.
South Loudoun Youth Chorale (SLYC) works with young singers to build music skills and support music programs. Artistic Director Laura Lazarevich and Associate Artistic Director Erik Jacobs will lead the group. Details at slychorale.org.
Tickets are available through the Hylton Performing Arts Center website. Prices are $25–$35 for adults, $20–$30 for seniors, $5 for youth ages 6–17, and free for children under 5. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The concert will last about two hours with one intermission.
To purchase tickets, visit: hylton.calendar.gmu.edu/illuminare-songs-of-light-and-life
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