Tue, Dec. 23 - Messiah sing-along
“The orchestra was so fine, and the soloists were amazing – and all from Maine! … I can’t even put into words the feeling of singing together – there was a glow that filled the room. It made my whole holiday season!”
Amethyst presents the 5th annual Messiah sing-along!
Organized by Amethyst Chamber Ensemble and hosted by St. Paul's Episcopal Church of Brunswick, the annual Brunswick Messiah-Sing strives to celebrate the holiday spirit by joining the Brunswick community-at-large with Maine professional musicians all the while raising funds for a great cause.
So come celebrate the season by belting out the great tunes - and enjoy superb vocal soloists and a 20-piece chamber orchestra too, led by Maestro Sean Fleming at the keyboard, and concertmaster Dean Stein.
The Amethyst Chamber Ensemble fourth annual Messiah-Sing will take place on Tuesday, December 23 at 7:00pm, at the St. Paul Episcopal Church located at 27 Pleasant St, Brunswick, ME.
We'll sing Part I plus the Hallelujah Chorus - with just a few beloved gems from Parts II and III
Featured Amethyst Soloists:
Mary Sullivan, Erin Chenard - Sopranos
Joelle Morris, Jazmin DeRice, Jenna Guiggey - Mezzo-sopranos
Aaren Rivard, David Meyers - Tenors
Josh Miller - Bass
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Bring your own score or borrow one when you come.
Singers and merry-makers alike are welcome to join!
Suggested donations: $15 Adults & $5 Students
Limited Seating. For tickets and information: amethystchamberensemble@gmail.com
Proceeds to benefit MCHPP
Proceeds from this concert go to the Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program (MCHPP), due to the generosity of our hosts St. Paul's Episcopal Church of Brunswick, and the generosity of our professional singers and orchestra players, who donate their time and talent for this occasion.
We were proud that last year, we donated $1500 through this event, to help address food insecurity in the greater Brunswick area.
Dec 27 & 28 - Ceremony of Carols
The Ladies of the Amethyst Project—anchored by the professional singers of the Amethyst Chamber Ensemble and Sean Fleming on the organ —offer a stunning performance of Benjamin Britten’s Ceremony of Carols alongside other seasonal favorites.
Experience this gorgeous and inspiring music performed by a high-level vocal chamber ensemble in some of the most beautiful churches in Maine. Join us for an evening that celebrates the magic, beauty, and spirit of the season.
SATURDAY Dec 27th at 4:00 PM
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 678 Washington Ave, Portland, ME
Free and open to the public; an offering by the community of St. Peter’s
SUNDAY Dec 28th at 2:00 PM
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 27 Pleasant St. Brunswick, ME
Free and open to the public; suggested donation welcomed
Tickets can be reserved at amethystchamberensemble@gmail.com
Wed, Dec. 17 - Christmas Sing Along at the Abbey
Get ready to fa-la-la your way into the season! Join us for a festive Christmas Sing-Along packed with all your favorite carols, sprinkled with show-stopping solos from our amazing Amethyst singers all led by the one and only Aaron Robinson at the piano, and jazzed up by the sensational Scott Martin Jazz Trio!
The Abbey will be serving up merry-and-bright specialty drinks and delicious holiday bites to keep the cheer flowing. No reservations needed, but space is limited — so come early, bring your best holiday spirit (and a healthy thirst for fun!), and let’s make it a night of joyful noise!
Wednesday, Dec. 17th from 7:00-9:00pm at The Abbey in downtown Brunswick.
