Roxborough Male Chorus Holds Special Mother's Day Concert

ROXBOROUGH -- Need a special Mother’s Day present for that extraordinary woman in your life?

Consider taking her to the Roxborough Male Chorus Spring Concert, “A Rose for Your Garden,” on Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 7:30 pm at Leverington Presbyterian Church, 6301 Ridge Avenue at Hermitage Street, in Roxborough, the northwest section of Philadelphia, PA.

The Roxborough Male Chorus will present a variety of favorite classics, under the direction of Conductor Kevin Chun, past organist/choir director of St. John the Baptist (Manayunk) and St. Margaret’s Church (Narberth), with Accompanist Lois Terry, St. Peter’s Lutheran (Lafayette Hill), on piano. Members of the Male Chorus will display their musical talents and versatility singing a variety of love songs including Lida Rose, classical pieces, sacred and patriotic tunes, and members’ personal favorites.

Producing two concerts a year, during the spring and winter seasons, the Roxborough Male Chorus began in 1923. Its first director, W.C. Ames, and its first accompanist, William E. Tippet, created the singing group for men, who loved music and resided in and around the neighborhood.

Over the past few years, the Chorus has presented concerts for the residents of Simpson House, a retirement community in Philadelphia. The chorus will repeat this concert for the residents of the Masonic Village of Lafayette Hill.

Parking is free in the Leverington Presbyterian Church lot or on the street. For handicap access, enter the 1st side door off parking lot. Tickets may be purchased at the door for a suggested donation of $12 per ticket. Cookies and punch will be served after the performance when audience and chorus can chat about their favorite spring songs.