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Illumination: stories of shadow and light
[Storrs, CT] Connecticut’s versatile vocal chamber ensemble, Voices of Concinnity, is performing a beautifully compelling concert “Illumination: stories of shadow and light” on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 4:00PM at Storrs Congregational Church in Storrs on the University of Connecticut campus with special guest, Choir Matrix. Admission is a $20 and students/children are free to attend (no one turned away for lack of funds.)
Described by audience members as “voices like I imagine angels might sound,” Voices of Concinnity is Connecticut’s versatile professional vocal chamber ensemble illuminating the breadth of choral music through innovative programming and richness of choral sound. Consisting of 12 dedicated, seasoned choral artists from diverse backgrounds, Concinnity harnesses each singer’s unique vocal qualities into a rich collective sound; thus embracing an honesty that enhances the listening experience and resonates with audiences. Their debut album, “Awaiting Golden Light”, received a Gold Medal from the Global Music Awards and they are national finalists for the 2025 American Prize in Choral Performance, Professional Division. The performance will also include special guest, Choir Matrix, a community ensemble of soprano-alto voices known for full choral sound and for sharing music by historically excluded composers with the community.
“Illumination: stories of shadow and light” is a moving concert experience that illuminates the stories of stark contrast between darkness and light as told through the natural beauty and ethereal sound of Voices of Concinnity, with special guest Choir Matrix. The concert will feature choral works by Giacomo Carissimi, Cecilia McDowall, Maddalena Casulana, Rosephanye Powell, Eric Whitacre, Ines de la Cruz, Farzad Omidi, Vittoria Aleotti, and iconic double choir work, Ave Maria by Franz Biebl, and more.
Voices of Concinnity and Choir Matrix are sponsored by Consonare Choral Community, a non-profit organization based in Storrs-Mansfield, CT to help build community through choral music in Connecticut. Tickets can be reserved at: https://www.consonare-sing.org/thinning-of-the-veil2
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Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3310326-0
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3310326-2
