On Tuesday afternoon, we changed from our more casual Khaki and dress shirt attire into our tuxedos for an evening concert that was the most spiritual event of the week for me. Our wonderful day filled with a tour of New Orleans and a very hospitable staff at Ferncrest Manor in the afternoon culminated with … Keep reading »
After leaving the hostel in the morning we headed over for a tour of the city. We were treated to the best views of New Orleans mansions by our guide. Stopping for lunch on the shore of the lake we had lunch outdoors in balmy 45 degree weather that the natives of the city felt … Keep reading »
We were excited to discover that our previous day’s concert made the front page of the Meridian Star newspaper. Thanks to Joel Beachy ’03 from Jubilee Mennonite for promoting our concert. We really enjoyed our time at Jubilee. After a nice evening at Pine Lake Fellowship Camp we made the three hour trek in time to … Keep reading »
Following an early morning starting in Indianapolis, we set out on a long, 9.5 hour drive to Meridian, MS, where Jubilee Mennonite Church was eagerly awaiting our music. After having experienced wonderful Southern hospitality during both of our meal stops en route, we were greeted in Meridian with a wonderful potluck-style soup supper with more … Keep reading »
After an event-free drive, we arrived in Indy with sunshine aplenty. We had time to warm up in the sanctuary at Shalom Mennonite Church and then were treated to a all-you-can-eat potato bar. Our first concert was a success–the men sang with a heartfelt sound and the congregation were receptive to our Christ-themed offering. After … Keep reading »
The Goshen College Men’s Chorus has released a new CD of live recordings from the past five years, now available for purchase through the Goshen College Music Center main office. The 13-track CD, titled “Live,” includes spirituals, world music, newly composed works, a cappella motets, hymns and more, all recorded between 2010 and 2014. All … Keep reading »
Like many students, Etienne Davis will head home for spring break. Unlike most students, though, he’ll have a 45-member choir along with him. Davis, a first-year music major from New Orleans, sings tenor in the Goshen College Men’s Chorus, which will spend their mid-term break performing in churches and schools in New Orleans during a … Keep reading »
Ride On, King Jesus *The following concerts are free and open to the public. Saturday, Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. * Shalom Mennonite Church 6100 E 32nd St., Indianapolis, Ind. reception following the concert Sunday, Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m. * Jubilee Mennonite Church 812 28th Ave., Meridian, Miss. Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 2 p.m.* Ferncrest Manor Nursing Home … Keep reading »
