Singing out loud and proud: From Carmina Burana to Pride Month concerts, local choral composers, and more * Oregon ArtsWatch
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Carmina Burana, an iconic choral piece by Carl Orff, continues to energize the local music scene with multiple upcoming performances by the Oregon Symphony, Vancouver Symphony, and the Oregon Chorale. On June 7 and 8, the Oregon Chorale will feature a two-piano arrangement authorized by Orff, highlighting the piece's lasting significance since its 1937 premiere. The performance will showcase talented vocalists alongside student choirs and local percussion groups. Moreover, alumni from the Pacific Youth Choir will partake in a dedicated retrospective event, reinforcing connections within the musical community, as both organizations celebrate their legacies.
As the Oregon Chorale celebrates its 40th year of community singing, the two-piano arrangement of Carmina Burana will be a highlight featuring talented soloists and local ensembles.
The Oregon Symphony and Vancouver Symphony are also set to present Carmina, showcasing its lasting popularity since Orff's original premiere in 1937.
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