Friday, April 19, 2024 Hamilton, Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave
Saturday, April 20, 2024 London, Metropolitan United Church, 468 Wellington St
Saturday, May 11, 2024 Toronto, Metropolitan United Church, 56 Queen St E
Tickets: $45/$20 for under 25 (taxes and fees all-in)
Join Hamilton’s Bach Elgar Choir singing a live soundtrack to Gemini Award-nominated filmmaker Mark Bochsler‘s stunning film of high-resolution imagery of the solar system and beyond from the Voyager space probes and James Webb Space Telescope. Featuring works for double chorus and Vierne’s Messe solennelle, a work of “breadth and mystery suited to a cosmic scale”, according to Artistic Director Alexander Cann.
Want to know more? Read Leonard Turnevicius’ 2023 preview in the Hamilton Spectator article from its debut season.
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FUNDRAISING
We are thrilled to announce the arrival of our 36th Annual May Flower Sale! With a stunning array of bedding plants and captivating hanging baskets, there’s something to delight every gardening enthusiast.
As Mother’s Day approaches, what better way to show your appreciation than with vibrant blooms that bring joy and beauty to any space? Your purchase not only adds charm to your home but also supports the Bach Elgar Choir in our mission to spread the joy of music in our community.
Mark your calendars! Orders may be placed April 8th through April 20th. Our flowers will be available for pick-up on May 11th just in time for Mother’s Day, making them the perfect gift for your loved ones or yourself. Let’s bloom together and make this spring unforgettable!
Flower Sale 2024 Details
- All orders must be received no later than April 20th.
- The pricing of our hanging baskets have remained the same as 2023; however, they now include applicable taxes. Flats now contain 5 four inch pots instead of 6; the pricing of flats has been adjusted and also include taxes.
- We are pleased to offer a 13% discount on purchases totaling $100 or more! Simply use the code DISCOUNT2024 at checkout to avail yourself of this special offer.
- We’ve also arranged for 2 convenient pickup locations on May 11th, ensuring a seamless experience for you. Pick up locations will be in Hamilton in Westdale and Burlington at Appleby Line/Dundas. We will share the exact location closer to the pick up date. Please remember to indicate your preferred pickup location during checkout. Pick-up will be on May 11th only between 12noon and 2pm; volunteers will be available to help load your vehicles. If you are unable to pick-up your order, please arrange for someone else to do so as we are unable to hold any orders.
- Please note that photos are for reference purposes only; due to the unique nature of each plant’s growth and development, the actual appearance may vary slightly from what is depicted. Although it happens rarely, our supplier reserves the right to substitute plants of higher or equal value, if required.
JOIN OUR BOARD
The Bach Elgar Choir is in search of board members who deeply care about the performing arts in Hamilton. If you think this is something you’d be interested in, we’d love to hear from you. No previous board experience is required!
Reach out to us at bachelgarchoir@gmail.com. A note to call out “Application for board member” in the subject line.
The Bach Elgar Choir is one of Hamilton’s longest running arts organizations, and although this pandemic threatens our traditional concert revenue, we are confident that with your help, we can navigate our way back to performances when it is safe to do that. In the meantime, thank you for your support in the form of a donation.
ABOUT BEC
The Bach Elgar Choir is Hamilton’s renowned concert choir and a leader in Canadian choral music. Founded in 1905 by Bruce Carey as The Elgar Choir, and merging with the Hamilton Bach Choir in 1946, the ensemble has been a vital part of Hamilton’s musical life for 115 years.
