Tues, February 20 • 7:30 pm RIVERVIEW HIGH PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
PRESENTING SPONSOR
THE EXCHANGE
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Welcome Messages WELCOME TO KEY CHORALE’S 39TH SEASON When we say, “One of a Kind,” we are highlighting what makes Key Chorale unique. Our creative ingenuity and collaborative spirit are the special sauce that goes into each and every program. These are programs you cannot experience anywhere else in the country. They are cultivated and crafted into imaginative collaborations that linger well after the final curtain call. They are performances that entertain and enlighten in powerful ways and fill your soul with joy. This season you can experience a US premiere by an Iranian composer based on an ancient Persian love story, be swept away by the Argentine tango, be immersed in the genius of Johann Sebastian Bach, and awe-struck by the spine-tingling harmonies of Eric Whitacre and Morten Lauridsen. Combine that with dynamic collaborations with The Sarasota Ballet, The Circus Arts Conservatory, Artist Series Concerts, Modern Marimba, and The Venice Symphony and I know you will agree, Season 39 is truly “One of a Kind.”
—M aestro Joseph Caulkins
Welcome to Key Chorale’s 39th season, “One of a Kind.” We are so pleased that you’re here with us to experience our Artistry Without Boundaries. As Board President and on behalf of our Board of Directors, I thank you for your support of Key Chorale through your attendance at today’s performance. If you are not already, I invite you to become familiar with our award-winning Education and Community Outreach programs. The Key Chorale Student Scholar Program, Key Notes Express, Off-Key Chorale, Where Are My Keys? Chorale, and Come Together Choir are several examples as to the positive and significant impact that our arts organization is having on our community. Many lives are being uniquely touched because of Key Chorale’s efforts. Please visit our website at www.keychorale.org and our YouTube channel to learn more about these creative and dynamic choral events, programs, and initiatives. You’ll be amazed! Now sit back and enjoy today’s performance.
— B ob Wennberg
Board President
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MISSION STATEMENT: Key Chorale, the Suncoast’s premier symphonic chorus, is dedicated to transforming lives through innovative programming, artistic excellence, educational outreach and service to the community. VISION STATEMENT: A Suncoast community that is engaged and enriched by the power of our music and outreach.
Executive Committee
Board of Directors
Bob Wennberg President
Allen Batchelder Elizabeth Behnke Lydia Johnston Barry Martin Esther Rivera-Pouls Alvin Stout Sarah Walcutt-Febish
Larry D Patton Ex Officio Carol Myers Vice-President Alix Giannini Secretary Beth Meltz Treasurer
Artistic Team Joseph Caulkins, Artistic Director Glenn Priest, Principal Keyboardist Steven Phillips, Associate Conductor
Administrative Team Ellen Rowe, Director of Operations Johnette Cappadona, Director of Community Engagement Lee Holden, Donor Engagement Trish Ivey, Director of Marketing and Patron Services Alice Byrne, Finance Manager Zachery Stockman, Production Manager Ellen Schaller, Community Outreach Specialist Lori Maxwell, Administrative Assistant Kaela Coye, Education Support/Music Librarian 3
TOMORROW’S VOICES TODAY Tuesday, February 20 • 7:30 PM Riverview High Performing Arts Center PRESENTING SPONSOR
THE EXCHANGE
STUDENT SCHOLAR FUND BENEFACTOR
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SARASOTA COUNTY EDUCATION PROGRAM SPONSOR
THE CORDELIA LEE BEATTIE FOUNDATION PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SARASOTA COUNTY SCHOOLS
Booker High School VPA Alexander Zickafoose, Director Selections announced from the stage
Sarasota High School Kirby Sanders, Director
Selections announced from the stage
Riverview High School David Verdoni, Director Selections announced from the stage
Key Chorale Wedding Cantata – Daniel Pinkham 1. Rise Up, My Love 2. Many Waters 3. Awake, O North Wind 4. Epilogue: Set Me As a Seal 4
Tomorrow’s Voices Today Festival Chorus By Night – Elaine Hagenberg Dies Irae (Day of Wrath) – Z. Randall Stroope Ave Maria – Ola Gjeilo Joseph Caulkins, Conductor Glenn Priest, Principal Keyboardist Sarasota Music Conservatory Faculty, Students, & Guests Katherine Baloff, Margaret Toth (Senior), Violin. Lena Cambis, Viola. Matrick Thorpe (Junior), Cello. Sam Waterman (Junior) Double Bass. Jessica Ridgeway, Tihda Vongkoth, Percussion.
OUR THANKS TO:
Angela Hartvigsen, Fine Arts Program Specialist, Sarasota County Schools Key Chorale’s Events & Activities Committee
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Maestro Joseph Caulkins Adventurous is a fitting descriptor for Joseph Caulkins. It has been used to describe his reputation for bold programming, world premieres and unique collaborations on the conductor’s podium, to his knack for vibrant storytelling as a freelance writer, to his pursuits as an experienced alpinist. These diverse interests shape the quality of his music making, writing, climbing and life. Whether it be a professional orchestra, singers, dancers, high school students, circus artists, people living with Parkinson’s, or Key Chorale, he is fueled by bringing out the best in everyone. In 2019, Maestro Caulkins received the “Arts Leadership Award for Artistic Achievement” from the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County for his many seasons as Artistic Director of Key Chorale. His performances of new and rarely heard works in styles as diverse as masterworks, pops, contemporary, Baroque – even ballet – have become his trademark. Joseph’s passion for education and community outreach have shaped much of the chorale’s programming and mission during his tenure. As a guest conductor, Maestro Caulkins has led The Venice Symphony, Space Coast Pops, The Sarasota Ballet and The Southwest Florida Symphony where he was also Associate Conductor/Director of Choruses from 2001-2010. Prior to his arrival in Florida, he was Artistic Director/Conductor of the Bach Chamber Choir (Rockford, IL) and directed the St. Procopius Chamber Orchestra and Choirs at Benedictine University (Lisle, IL). With his choruses, Mr. Caulkins has produced numerous CDs, led European concert tours, conducted world and regional premieres and commissioned new works from Dale Warland, Eric Whitacre and Ola Gjeilo among others. In 2021, Joseph released his new book “Developing Choral Sound Through the Warm-Up,” 200+ tried and true vocal exercises for solo singers, teachers, conductors and choirs, which is available through Amazon and on his website. An experienced alpinist, Mountain Joe has climbed hundreds of peaks throughout the US, Canada, France, Switzerland and Italy including Mount Rainier, Grand Teton, Mont Blanc and the iconic Matterhorn. He has enjoyed the occasional unplanned bivouac high on the mountain, knows what lightning “feels” like, glissades with uncanny skill and speed, and once had a marmot eat most of his gear. For more information, visit www.josephcaulkins.com
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Booker High School The Booker VPA Choral department has been under the direction of Alexander Zickafoose for 5 years. Earning Superior ratings at District Solo and Ensemble and Excellent ratings at District Music Performance Assessment. In that time, Booker has been performing along with the Key Chorale for Tomorrow’s Voices Today, along with having some students in the Student Scholar Program. In the past, the group has performed at Disney’s Candlelight Vigil, University Town Center, and many school showcases combining the music department as a whole.
Sarasota High School The Chamber Choir is the premier choir at Sarasota High School and has performed at the EPCOT Candlelight Processional, the Van Wezel with the group Foreigner twice, and with Barry Manilow, as a part of the Van Wezel foundation. The choir participates in an annual Veteran’s Salute concert, along with four area middles schools. Yearly performances include the Winter Gala, Spring Cabaret and Silent Auction-Dessert Event Fundraiser. The choir performs around the community at many venues and concert series. The choir has also performed at Carnegie Hall.
Riverview High School The choirs at Riverview High School have been in existence since the school’s opening in 1958 and have held a long history of musical and performance excellence. The current program consists of 72 students in four different choirs under the direction of David and Whitney Verdoni and a dedicated group of parent volunteers that help make the RHS choral program successful. All students at Riverview are welcome to join one of the four ensembles in the program. The Beginning SA choir and TB chorus are open to all students with no audition or experience necessary. Our Mixed Choir is made up of our 3rd and 4th year soprano and alto singers and all of our tenor and bass singers. The Chamber Choir is auditioned and is made up of 9th-12th grade students. The choirs of Riverview High School have had the privilege of performing in Carnegie Hall (1998, 2000, 2004 and 2016), Avery Fisher Hall in 2012 and Washington DC, in 2017 with Key Chorale. In addition to domestic tours, the choirs have also performed numerous times in Europe including Ireland, Scotland, England, France, Austria, Switzerland, Germany, Prague and most recently for a third time in Italy (2019).
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Thank You ARTISTIC DIRECTOR AND CONDUCTOR FUND BENEFACTOR
Sally Arthur
STUDENT SCHOLAR FUND BENEFACTOR
Community Foundation of Sarasota County SEASON SPONSOR FUND BENEFACTOR
The Exchange
PROFESSIONAL CORE FUND BENEFACTOR
Michael V. Corrigan
Given in memory of Marcia D. Corrigan
ORCHESTRAL FUND BENEFACTOR
Ernest Kretzmer
Season Sponsors
The Cordelia Lee Beattie Foundation Katherine & Frank Martucci 8