Sergei Rachmaninoff
All-Night Vigil (Vespers)
performed in collaboration with UVA University Singers
Friday, April 29, 2022 at 8:00 PM
In the recently renovated St. Thomas Aquinas University Church
Friday, April 29, 2022 at 8:00 PM
St. Thomas Aquinas University Church
401 Alderman Rd, Charlottesville
Tickets: $37 | $27 | $10 Students
Digital Live Stream: $15 Single | $25 Couple | $30 Family
With a combination of over 150 voices, The UVA University Singers and The Oratorio Society of Virginia join to present Charlottesville's first full-length performance of one of the choral repertoire's most profound, timelessly poignant works: Sergei Rachmaninoff's All-Night Vigil, commonly known as 'Vespers.'
Set in the beautifully renovated St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Charlottesville, this once in a decade performance is a true opportunity for all to connect with something much bigger than oneself. We look forward to welcoming you to the audience!
Young Listener Policy
The Oratorio Society believes that there is no age at which you cannot be moved by beautiful choral music. Given the length and profundity of this particular performance, however, we do not recommend that children under 6 years of age attend this event in-person. If you are unsure whether your child will enjoy a 90-minute concert in a quiet listening environment, without intermission, we suggest that you consider our live stream option.
COVID Safety
In keeping with current guidelines, masks will not be required for audience members at this performance, though they are still strongly recommended. For those who wish for extra protection, we will reserve one section of seats where full-time masking is required. There are no assigned seats for this performance, so seating is not distanced. If you are experiencing any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, please stay home and listen to the performance via live stream.
The Oratorio Society Singers, 2021-22 Season
Soprano
Kimberly Allen
Kate Donovan
Kara Faraldi
Kirra Hyde
Hayley Kukulis
Heidi M. Kupke 
Celia Lankford 
* Kimberly Lauter 
Katie Manning
* † Margaret O’Bryant 
Sarah Overton
Marina Sanusi
Suzanne Schaeffer 
Theresa Scruggs 
Alanna Smith 
Judy Smith
Taylor Stukenborg
Marlene Thacker
Leah Wayner 
Alto
Sheila Borger
Judith Bourzutschky
Carol Diggs
Johanna Hall
Margaret Holstege
* Karen Honeycutt 
Karen Marsh 
Lizzy Ramey
Serena Scott Thomas
Sarah Shalf
Christine Stewart
Tallulah Tepper
Joy Tobias 
Amanda Williams 
Bass
Guy Aiken
Jason Boehmer 
Kelly Carney
Josh Crockett  
Bob Dickman
Ron Gaykema
Michael Goetz
* Steve Harris 
Stephen Keese
Craig Schneiders 
Frank Sherwood 
* Roger Shields
Yuji Shinozaki 
Fred Simon 
Paulius Sinkora
David Tate 
Jan Tobias
Matthew Zimmerman 
Rehearsal Accompanist
Daniel Hine
* Board of Directors
† Officer
Tenor
Timothy Allen 
James Atkins 
Dorian Brown 
* † Drene DeGood 
Chris Duska
John Jesus
Carrol Kinsey
George Nowacek 
Wesley Shearer
Brian Sousa 
Devon Weidner
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