Illuminare

Whatcom Chorale invites you to share an afternoon of shimmering harmonies and inspiring melody as we present Washington State’s premiere performance of Elaine Hagenberg’s stirring Illuminare. Featuring the insightful voices of contemporary women composers, this concert explores compelling themes of freedom, resilience, perseverance, and fulfillment with artful and innovative settings of poetry by Stuart Kestenbaum; David Rosenthal; Sara Teasdale; and Alfred, Lord Tennyson.

Program

Christine Donkin, “Sorrow into Song”
B.E. Boykin, “Holding the Light”
Sarah Quartel, “Peace”
Becky McGlade, “The Oak”
Jocelyn Hagen, “Trees Need Not Walk the Earth”
Elaine Hagenberg, “Refuge”
Elaine Hagenberg, Illuminare

Did you know you can now access the full concert program on your computer and smart devices? To maximize our resources, we have moved to an online program in place of the glossy printed programs we provided before Covid. This virtual program, including the concert program, texts and translations, artist biographies, program notes, musicians, and sponsors is now available for you to view prior to, during, and after the concert. We highly recommend using the virtual program 0n your smart device while at the concert for the best program experience. For your convenience, a QR code will be provided at the entrance and in the brief printed program available at the door. Ask an usher if you have questions or need help!