Amy Owens

Josephine Lee

Kyle Tomlin

Vasil Garvanliev

Choral Arts Society of Washington

Experience the monumental return of Carl Orff's Carmina Burana at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Concert Hall on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at 5:00 pm. This performance, under the baton of Josephine Lee from Uniting Voices Chicago, promises an unforgettable evening as it explores the human experience through the lens of over 200 medieval poems and songs. The Choral Arts Symphonic Chorus and Orchestra, alongside youth voices from Uniting Voices Chicago, will bring to life the scenic cantata that navigates through humanity's highs and lows.

The evening will also feature contrasting works, including Ted Hearne's Partition, which delves into the story of New Haven, Connecticut, and its paradox of segregation despite its planned unity. The program includes W. Mitchell Owens III's "We Are," Hearne's "Partition," and culminates with Orff's iconic Carmina Burana.

Featured artists for the night include conductor Josephine Lee, the Choral Arts Symphonic Chorus, Uniting Voices Chicago, the Choral Arts Orchestra, and soloists Amy Owens (Soprano), Kyle Tomlin (Tenor), and Vasil Garvanliev (Baritone). The performance is set to last ninety minutes without an intermission, ensuring a continuous flow of captivating music.

Tickets are available at the Kennedy Center, and all attendees, regardless of age, must have a ticket. This event not only promises a night of exceptional music but also a journey through contrasting human experiences and emotions, brought to life by a talented ensemble of voices and musicians.

Carl Orff’s “Carmina Burana”