2007-2008 Performing Arts Series
In this 10th Anniversary season, the Performing Arts Series proudly presents an outstanding roster of artists, many whom our audience members have picked as favorites from our first 10 years. From the rich harmonies of Chanticleer to the folk-type melodies of McCutchen and Newcomer, to the brilliant virtuosity of Canadian Brass, this series features a fabulous array of renowned artists. You won’t want to miss even one of these anniversary year performances!
Choral Terrace tickets (behind the stage) will be available for the following concerts:
- Chanticleer - $12, beginning Monday, September 17
- Brubeck Brothers with Taylor Eigsti - $8, beginning Monday, October 1
- Sweet Honey in the Rock - $15, beginning Monday, November 5
- John McCutcheon & Carrie Newcomer - $8, beginning Monday, January 28
- Canadian Brass - $15, beginning Monday, March 17
- Swingle Singers - $12, beginning Monday, April 12
Call the Goshen College Welcome Center with questions: (574) 535-7566.
Click here for information about how to purchase tickets.
Series Package: 6 Events + Optional Gala
Our series package includes six exciting events. You also have an opportunity to purchase the additional gala show and have your season seats for every performance.
1. Chanticleer
Friday, 09.28.07 7:30 p.m.
Sauder Concert Hall
$35, $30, $15
Known around the globe as the premier men’s a cappella ensemble, Chanticleer
is described as “breathtaking in its accuracy of intonation, purity of
blend, variety of color and swagger of style” by the Boston Globe. Grammy
award-winning Chanticleer recordings have garnered critical acclaim and reflect
the group’s broad versatility in choral music, from Renaissance to jazz
and more.
2. Brubeck Brothers with Taylor Eigsti
Friday 10.12.07 7:30 p.m.
Sauder Concert Hall
$25, $20, $10
The Brubeck Brothers and pianist Taylor Eigsti enjoy a collaborative style
described as “…jazz in its finest form: exciting, expertly played,
full of life, supremely musical and energetic” (Audiophile). Dan and
Chris Brubeck continue their father Dave Brubeck’s legacy in the jazz
world, and along with the young rising star Eigsti, promise a dazzling and
invigorating performance.
3. Sweet Honey in the Rock
Saturday 11.17.07 7:30 p.m.
Sauder Concert Hall
$40, $35, $20
The Grammy award-winning ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock performs their
unique a cappella blend of gospel, blues and jazz rooted in the African-American
tradition, their trademark sound for more than three decades. As both
artists and cultural activists, Sweet Honey’s songs are commentaries
on pertinent issues of the day, never failing to inspire their audiences.
4. John McCutcheon and Carrie Newcomer
Friday 02.08.08 7:30 p.m.
Sauder Concert Hall
$20, $15, $10
John McCutcheon and Carrie Newcomer, both hailed as singer-songwriters
and storytellers for our time, are rooted in the folk tradition and masters
of their craft. Performing individually and also collaborating for this
concert, the audience is sure to be captivated by the variety and unique
talents of each, and will take melodies and thoughts with them that linger
long after the performance.
5. Canadian Brass
Saturday 03.29.08 7:30 p.m.
Sauder Concert Hall
$40, $35, $20
Enjoying international acclaim, Canadian Brass has performed and toured for
more than 35 years and recorded over 60 albums with their wide-ranging repertoire
that spans four centuries. Consummate performers all, this amazing quintet
manages to infuse spontaneity and humor into their virtuosic performance of
diverse works, securing their reputation as an audience favorite.
6. Swingle Singers
Friday 04.18.08 7:30 p.m.
Sauder Concert Hall
$35, $30, $15
With five Grammys to their credit, the Swingle Singers continue a 45-year
tradition of delighting audiences with their innovative style of vocal performance.
Typical of the group’s enthusiastic reviews is the Los Angeles Times’ “Everything
about the Swingle Singers is flawless,” which recognizes the impeccable
musicianship and elegant delivery by the current ensemble of eight talented
young singers.
10th Anniversary Gala Add-On
The Smothers Brothers
Saturday 01.26.08 7:30 p.m.
Sauder Concert Hall
$40, $40, $25 add-on cost for subscribers
$55, $50, $35 for non-subscribers
Described as American icons, the Smothers Brothers have been in show business
over 49 years, and with a unique blend of comedic and musical talents, these
irrepressible brothers have made a sweeping impact on diverse generations
of fans. YoYo Man (Tom) and the Voice of Yo (Dick) travel and appear with
the Smothers Brothers in concert, adding to the pure unadulterated joy they
bring to audiences of all ages.