Heinz Chapel Choir
The Heinz Chapel Choir is an internationally known[1] mixed a cappella choir from the University of Pittsburgh founded in 1938[2] which draws its members from the University's student body.[3] They give their performances in the Heinz Memorial Chapel.[4] The group was first founded as the A Capella Choir, and became the official chapel choir when Heinz Chapel was opened in 1938 and thus changed their named accordingly.[5] The choir is currently directed by John Goldsmith, and has been performing for over 70 years and has become part of the tradition of Heinz Memorial Chapel.
In addition to regular performances in Pittsburgh, the Heinz Chapel Choir regularly undertakes domestic and international tours. In spring of 2009, the group embarked on a tour of China and Hong Kong[6] and is scheduled to tour Peru and Bolivia in 2012.[3] Previous international tours have taken them to Brazil (2006); Italy and Croatia (2001); Spain and France (1998); Greece and Italy (1995); Germany, Poland, Hungary, Czechoslovakia, Austria, and Switzerland (1992);[4] Belgium, Ireland, and a 14 city tour of France (1984),[7] France (1982, 1980 and 1978);[8][9] and England, France, and Italy (1974).[10] Domestic tours have taken it throughout the United States, during which the group was aired on a national radio broadcast from Washington, D.C. and appeared at the White House.[11] The choir has seen a myriad of opportunities ranging from performing for audiences that have included world leaders such as Pope Paul VI and Helmut Schmidt,[2] accompanying performances of the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre,[12] to appearing in a concert with Duke Ellington.[13] In the 1950s, the choir had its own Sunday television show air for five years on KDKA-TV, and its predecessor WDTV, in Pittsburgh.[11]
Recordings
The Heinz Chapel Choir has recorded several CDs:[4][14]
- Heinz Chapel Choir Christmas, 1999
- A Cappella Music of the Americas
- 2001 Adriatic Odyssey, 2001
- Viking Adventure, 2003
- "Blame it on Rio" Tour, 2006
- Christmas in Heinz Chapel, 2007
- Great Wall Tour, 2009
References
- ↑ "Heinz Chapel choir program". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Pittsburgh, PA). 1986-11-28. Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Thomas, Mary Ann (1986-11-16). "Heinz Chapel Choir to Celebrate 50 Year Reunion" (Press release). University of Pittsburgh Department of University Relations. Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Heinz Chapel Choir - Homepage". University of Pittsburgh. Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 "Department of Music: Heinz Chapel Choir". University of Pittsburgh. Retrieved 2010-10-11.
- ↑ The Owl. Pittsburgh, PA: University of Pittsburgh. 1939. p. 213. Retrieved 2010-08-11.
- ↑ "Heinz Chapel Choir blog". University of Pittsburgh. Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ↑ Ziaukas, Tim (1984-06-01). "Heinz Chapel Choir Returns From Successful European Tour" (Press release). University of Pittsburgh Department of News & Publications. Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ↑ "Pitt Heinz Chapel Choir in French concert tour". The Pittsburgh Press (Pittsburgh, PA). 1982-05-03. Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ↑ Chester, Dewey E. (1980-03-27). "Pitt's Heinz Chapel Choir Returns To France May 1 - June 5" (Press release). University of Pittsburgh Department of News & Publications. Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ↑ Smith, Marcia (1974-04-23). "Peanut Brittle Pays Off For Pitt Choir" (Press release). University of Pittsburgh Department of News and Publications. Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 Demas, Vida (1959-04-07). "Heinz Chapel Choir To Go On Tour" (Press release). University of Pittsburgh University Information Service. Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ↑ Vranish, Jane (1978-11-11). "Ballet theater takes on a new varied approach". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Pittsburgh, PA). Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ↑ "Duke Ellington Concert Slated". Beaver County Times. 1968-08-31. Retrieved 2010-07-02.
- ↑ Heinz Chapel Choir - Music
External links
- Heinz Chapel Choir - official homepage