Heritage Chorale Spring Concert: America at 250 - Of Thee We Sing

The Chorale has created an inspiring program of music for its 2026 spring concert, with tributes to iconic symbols of America, including Randall Thompson's Testament of Freedom--a setting of passages from the writings of Thomas Jefferson. In honor of America's special anniversary, the Chorale will perform pieces that span more than 200 years of American music. From Chester, the work of the first American choral composer, William Billings (1746–1800), to Take Care of This House by one of the 20th century’s most renowned composers, Leonard Bernstein, and from anthems to cantatas, this May’s concert will be a treat for the listener. The program also includes the world premiere performance of local composer Leonardo Ciampa’s Helen Keller Cantata, a passionate framing of her words. The piece is dramatic and poignant, a not-to-be-missed musical experience. Tickets may be purchased online in advance at www.heritagechorale.org or at the door.