Join us for a preview of our Christmas concert and some shopping
Catch a preview of some of the songs from our Christmas Concert while holiday shopping to support the Choir! Barnes and Noble will donate 10-20% of any purchases made during the event to the Colorado Choir. Gift card and Nook purchases do not apply.
Sunday, November 18, 2018, 2:00 and 3:30 p.m.
Barnes and Noble
960 S. Colorado Boulevard, Glendale, CO 80246
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The Choir will have treats and a gift-wrapping table to help with all of your holiday presents – please stop by and say hi!
Qualifying purchases can also be made in any Barnes and Noble store or online. Visit www.bn.com/bookfair to shop online.
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Tickets now available for our 42nd Annual Christmas Concert
 The Colorado Choir presents its 42nd annual Christmas concert - "A Colorado Choir Christmas," Kelly Parmenter, conductor, featuring beloved traditional Christmas selections by:
- Alfred Burt
- Z. Randall Stroope
- F. Melius Christiansen
- Paul J. Christiansen
- G.F. Handel
- And more!
This concert is sure to bring joy to your holiday season!
- Friday, November 30, 2018 with reception - 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, December 1, 2018 - 7:30 p.m.
Augustana Lutheran Church
5000 East Alameda Avenue, Denver, CO 80246
Ample parking in upper and lower lots
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Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for seniors, students, and military. Advance tickets purchased from a choir member receive a $2 discount. Tickets are available at the door, online, or by calling 303-892-5922. To purchase tickets online, please visit coloradochoir.org/store/.
Supported by the SCFD and Augustana Arts.
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The Colorado Choir Sings to Feed the Hungry
 On Sunday, December 2 at 2:00 p.m., the Colorado Choir will sing a benefit concert to provide food for the hungry.
Admittance is free, but we ask that you bring non-perishable food items to support this worthy cause.
All food items and any cash donations collected will benefit local charities.
We hope you can join us!
St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church
2301 York Street
Denver, CO 80205
Visit coloradochoir.org for more information. [ Facebook event ]
This concert is supported by the SCFD.
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Section Spotlight: Meet the 1st Altos!
The Colorado Choir's members come from all walks of life, united in our love of choral music. This month, we would like to introduce you to some of the members of our First Alto section.
 Ariane B.
Years with the Choir: 3
Fun Facts about Ariane:
- She is from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
- She went to Colorado College.
- She has a dog named June.
- She did horse-back riding for almost 10 years when she was younger.
Connie W.
Years with the Choir: 1st season
Fun Facts about Connie:
- She was born and raised in Colorado.
- She has been a member of For His Glory Christian Fellowship church choir in Aurora since 2005.
- She’s a recent graduate, with an M.S. Management: Business Strategy and Consulting, Daniels College of Business (2017) and a B.A. Leadership Organization Studies, University of Denver (2014).
Karen K.
Years with the Choir: 2
Fun Facts about Karen:
- She lived in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam for 2 1/2 years before moving to Denver in January 2017.
- While there, she sang in the International Choir of Ho Chi Minh City, which was made up of members from all over the world.
Rose K.
Years with the Choir: 1st Season
Fun Facts about Rose:
- She’s a photographer.
- She loves attending acting classes at a studio in Denver.
Siivi M.
Years with the Choir: 6
Fun Facts about Siivi:
- She’s traveled both in and out of country quite a bit (although her bucket list just keeps getting longer).
- She’s currently in graduate school to get a masters in urban and regional planning (MURP).
- She likes to crochet on occasion.
Sonja D.
Years with the Choir: 28
Fun Facts about Sonja:
- In 1973, she was a cocktail waitress at the Kona Hilton in Kona, Hawaii, and she added an edible orchid to every drink she served.
- Her youngest son, Tom, just got married this summer. Her new daughter-in-law is named Jennifer, and she now has 3 more grandchildren (which puts her total at 6).
- By age, her grandchildren are Autumn, Megan, Andrew, Katie, Aiden, and Chloe. Aiden and Katie are in their school choirs and love to sing!
Toni O.
Years with the Choir: 2
Fun Facts about Toni:
- She sang the National Anthem at both the College World Series and a Washington Nationals Major League baseball game.
- She is obsessed with musicals but would also consider herself a sports junkie - hockey and football are her favorites.
- She works for Kiewit, a construction and engineering firm, where she gets to travel around the U.S. and Canada.
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Huge Thanks to the SCFD
Colorado Choir Board Member Ken Fox shown receiving a check from the SCFD at its annual awards meeting earlier in October. The SCFD is one of the primary financial supporters of the Choir. Thanks to the SCFD, Ken, and all who helped with this endeavor!
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Save the Dates for our Upcoming Concerts
 We look forward to seeing you at our Christmas concerts and hope you can join us again!
- Caroling during Denver Zoo Lights
Friday, December 14, 7:00 p.m.
Join the choir for some of your
favorite Christmas carols!
Denver Zoo
2300 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205
- March Concerts: "A Musical Journey" combined concert with Heritage High School
March 1 & 2, 2019, 7:30 p.m.
Bethany Lutheran Church
4500 E. Hampden Avenue, Cherry Hills Village, CO 80113
- May Concerts: "Four Sacred Pieces by Verdi"
May 10 & 11, 2019
Holy Cross Lutheran Church
4500 Wadsworth Blvd, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
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10x Amazon Donations for the next 2 days!
Through November 2, AmazonSmile is donating 5% (ten times the usual amount) to the Colorado Choir when you shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/84-0760056. Thank you for starting your shopping with a Smile!
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