Plano Civic Chorus

UPCOMING CONCERT

LUMINESCENCE

The Plano Chamber Chorus presents their finale to the 2020-2021 concert season with Luminescence. The program will feature two seldom heard works for double chorus by Mendelssohn and two works for women's chorus by Brahms. The men of the chorus will be featured in Schubert's lovely Die Nacht. The concert will also a feature two modern day works by Norwegian composer, Ola Gjeilo: Dark Night of the Soul and Luminous Night of the Soul, both are composed for eight-part chorus, string quartet, and piano and both have quickly become beloved classics in the choral repertoire. The centerpiece of the concert is The Hope of Loving, a recent work by Minneapolis composer, Jake Runestad. Composed for chorus, soloists, and string quartet, The Hope of Loving examines our understanding of love with prose from poets Rabia, Hafiz, St. Francis, St. John of the Cross, and Eckhart. The concert will conclude with a few popular works: I Am Not Yours by Z. Randall Stroope, Lullabye by Billy Joel, and Try to Remember from The Fantasticks by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt.

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Past Events

Plano Civic Chorus presents a timely performance of inspiring works of hope and inspiration entitled “Let Hope Be Heard” featuring the Plano Chamber Chorus. From W. A. Mozart to Charles Villiers Stanford, Eriks Esenvalds to Eric Whitacre, the program will feature classic and contemporary choral pieces designed to lift the audience's spirit from the weight of the world. The concert will also feature guest soloist Jay Majernik on marimba, as well as two world premieres: Ubi Caritas by Chicago composer James Stephenson, and A Courageous Heart by Debra Scroggins, Composer in Residence for the Plano Civic Chorus. Join us for this inspiring concert Saturday evening, March 6th at 7:30 either as part of our socially-distanced audience at Christ United Methodist Church in Plano, TX, or in the comfort of your own home via live-stream.

A Salute to 2020

The year 2020 was a difficult one for the performing arts community. Like most musical organizations, Plano Civic Chorus was unable to perform their spring 2020 concert and the rest of the scheduled season. However, with the support of Christ United Methodist Church in Plano, we had the good fortune of being able to perform a portion of our scheduled season, using a reduced-sized choir and following strict social distancing protocols. We would like to share with you highlights from these performances and recordings and thank you for your support of our organization through this difficult time. We are optimistic for the future, and look forward to making music for you again soon!

Ralph Stannard Recognized for
20 years as PCC Artistic Director

At the Plano Chamber Chorus "Into the Light" concert on November 7, 2020, Ralph Stannard was recognized for his twenty years of service as Artistic Director of Plano Civic Chorus. Appointed at the beginning of the the 2000-2001 season, Mr. Stannard has grown the chorus into a well-respected choral organization in North Texas. Known for his innovative concert programming, collaborations with local music groups, composers and artists, and desire to implement the great choral works of the masters, Mr. Stannard has helped Plano Civic Chorus bring about its mission to provide outstanding musical experiences for singers, and provide fine choral music to the community.

RECENT RECORDINGS

Under the direction of Ralph Stannard, members of the Plano Civic Chorus performed several works intended for our March 2020 performances. Recorded on September 1, 2020 at Christ United Methodist Church in Plano, Texas, as a gift to our friends, family and audience for North Texas Giving Day

AVE VERUM by Franz Liszt