Northwestern Vocal Music Program to Present Masterwork Concert Feb. 22

February 15, 2022

The Northwestern Oklahoma State University vocal music program will present its Masterwork Concert “Faure Requiem” at 7 p.m. on Feb. 22 at the First Presbyterian Church located at 628 Church St. in Alva.

Dr. Karsten Longhurst, director of choral studies and assistant professor of music, said the majority of the concert will feature the University Concert Choir performing the “Requiem Mass” by French composer Gabriel Faure and will feature brass, strings, harp, organ and percussion. The Chorale and Singers also will perform during the concert.

“This is going to be a magnificent concert featuring the incredible artistry of our choirs in collaboration with a professional instrumentalist,” Longhurst said. “‘Faure’s Requiem’ is one of the most beautiful and often performed choral/orchestrated works of the last 100 years. We’re bringing in a small chamber orchestra and organist to perform with us.”

The choir has been working hard to prepare for this concert.

“‘Faure Requiem’ will sound beautiful with the organ and orchestral players in the First Presbyterian Church,” said Caitlin Hofen, a junior mass communication major from Alva. “I’m excited to perform in such a space and for a live audience.”

There will be no admission cost to attend, but donations are graciously appreciated. Longhurst noted that thanks to the Donovan Reichenberger Endowment and private donations, they were able to keep such a quality musical concert for free to the community.

For more information regarding the choirs and vocal music program, contact Longhurst at krlonghurst@nwosu.edu or call (580) 327-8692. For more information on Northwestern’s Fine Arts Department, visit https://www.nwosu.edu/school-of-arts-and-sciences/fine-arts.

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