Collegiate Chorale Concert to Feature Premiere of Alumnus Composer Andrew Hirst

The University of Maine School of Performing Arts will present the fall Collegiate Chorale concert Saturday, Nov. 16 at 7:30 p.m. in Minsky Recital Hall.

Under the direction of Christian Giddings, a music education graduate student from Unity, the chorale will premiere “Birds at Winter Nightfall” by alumnus Andrew Hirst, as well as perform a variety of traditional and contemporary selections. The chorale is a mixed ensemble open to all students; it currently has more than 50 members.

Admission is $9, or free with a valid student MaineCard. For tickets or disability accommodations, call 207.581.1755. Tickets may also be purchased at the door one hour prior to the show.

The Collegiate Chorale will join other UMaine choral groups in the annual Yuletide concert Sunday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. in the Collins Center for the Arts.