Heartland Men’s Chorus Presents WWI-themed Events in Kansas City
via the Heartland Men's Chorus web site
The Heartland Men’s Chorus joins forces with the National World War I Memorial and Museum to celebrate the principle that ALL are created equal.
Sheet music from WE, THE UNKNOWNTheir summer concert "Indivisible" in which the world premiere of "We, The Unknown", will occur on June 9th at 8pm and June 10th at 4pm at the C. Stephen Metzler Hall of the Folly Theater, downtown Kansas City, MO. They will be joined by the Men's Ensemble of the U.S. Army Soldiers' Chorus. http://hmckc.org/tickets
This project is an official Commemorative Partner of the U.S. World War I Centennial Commission.
Inspired by the story of the Unknown Soldier of WWI, a new choral commission pays tribute to all who served.
One hundred years after the U.S. entered WWI, resistance to injustice continues to be our nation’s greatest strength. The premiere of the beautiful oratorio We, The Unknown, commissioned by Heartland Men’s Chorus and composed by Timothy Takach, tells the story of an unknown soldier. Indeed, who is buried in the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery. It could be any of us who fight for our rights.
With original lyrics interlaced with period poems and historical writings, this world premiere will be combined with songs of patriotism, protest, and allegiance to our country and each other, creating a powerful finale to the 32nd season. At the C. Stephen Metzler Hall at the Folly Theater. 300 West 12th Street, Kansas City, MO Ticket Office 816-931-3338 http://hmckc.org/tickets
Timothy Takach, Composer; Pat Daneman, Co-librettist; Rob Hill, Co-librettistFor additional information on the commissioning of We the Unknown, please visit WetheUnknown.org.
On June 6, 2018 6:30PM -- Join composer Timothy C. Takach, co-librettists Pat Daneman and Rob Hill, along with historian Dr. Jason Crouthamel, in a discussion of the creative process behind the new harmonic work "We, The Unknown" and the historically-inspired narratives honoring the experiences of African Americans, the queer community, and women during WWI.
Presented in partnership with the Heartland Men's Chorus and its "We, The Unknown" Project. Cash bar/small plates begin at 6 p.m. FREE with RSVP | J.C. Nichols Auditorium