Children's Chorus Marks 50 Years with "Jubilee"

The All-City Children's Chorus is in full swing celebrating its 50th anniversary season, titled "Golden Memories." The upcoming "Jubilee" concert marks a significant milestone, featuring a blend of cherished audience favorites and new musical arrangements.

Half of the musical pieces for "Jubilee" have been performed by the chorus in previous years, reflecting their extensive history. The other half have been specially selected by guest conductor Ryan Garrison, an alumnus of the chorus who has been nominated for six Grammy Awards. Garrison's involvement underscores the choir's deep connections with its former members.

The "Jubilee" concert will showcase a total of 12 pieces, with each of the Lyric and Concert Choirs performing four songs individually before joining together for four combined numbers. The Lyric Choir, for younger or less experienced singers in fourth through seventh grades, will perform "We've Got Lots in Common" from "Charlotte's Web" and a unique French-Canadian style vocal piece called "Le Dep."

The Concert Choir, designed for intermediate to advanced singers in fifth through eighth grades, will also present a diverse program. Notable selections include "What a Wonderful World," a highly requested piece, and "Children of Light." Guest musicians John Fritz, Bob and Robert Mathews, and Milward Simpson will also be featured, with some songs highlighting talented soloists from within the choir. The season's final concert, "Celebration," is scheduled for May 2 at 4 p.m. at the Cheyenne Civic Center, promising a fitting conclusion to this golden anniversary year.