A Note From the Director

Happy Summer! What a joyous and warm summer season it has been at The Summer Singers, making music with incredible humans. This is my first season with this fabulous ensemble and it has been such an uplifting experience already. The singers have given of themselves in crafting this program, and have jumped in with both feet as I’ve asked them to tackle a set of music that is putting the idea of a “summer fun” choir to the test. 

Initially, I wanted to tell a story about the ideas of ecstasy and realization with this program. Heady subjects, to be sure. As it happens, Artistic Co-Lead Laura Clapp viewed the collection of music and texts  and remarked “these are all pointing us to the sky…did you realize that?” I had not, but was thrilled to hear such a different take on this pool of choral music. Admittedly, the idea of music about the sky and the clouds is a much easier sell in the summer, so here it is: a program that encourages us all to find a hammock in the daytime, gaze at the big blue sky, and do a little pondering about what we might see...and feel. 

As we indulge in fluffy “whipped cream clouds” on beautiful summer days, we also understand that they sometimes bring rain. Rain is needed, and rain changes us, and we and the Earth are different after. What do we then do in that different place? What does it show us about the next time we look up and see ourselves in the sky? Ultimately, that is for you to decide. May I venture, however, that change provides us a chance to remake ourselves, to a degree. Find a new path after the rain, one illuminated by the “lantern of your heart.” 

We at The Summer Singers are so thrilled you’re with us today, taking in fine choral music on a lovely summer’s afternoon or evening. We invite you to come and find a singer or myself or a Board member after the concert to say hello, or leave a note on Facebook or send us an email, and tell us what you thought of the program. Your support and feedback is greatly appreciated, and crucial to making the most out of any musical experience. Plus, it will give you great reason to come back and see us NEXT summer!

My best to you this summer and beyond.

Adam Reinwald, Artistic Director

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