Greater Decatur Chorale
Since 1985, the Greater Decatur Chorale has entertained audiences with lively presentations of a wide array of music, including Pop and oldies, country and classical.
This outstanding ensemble of musical performers is supported by sponsor Storm Center 17 and the Decatur Park District’s Arts & Education Partner, Archer Daniels Midland Company.
The Greater Decatur Chorale rehearses Mondays from 7 - 9 p.m. beginning September 14, 2009.
Cookin' with the Chorale
May 29 & 30, 6 p.m.
Fairview Park Pavilion #1
Picnic in the park and enjoy an outdoor concert by the Greater Decatur Chorale! Directed by Michael Engelhardt, 2010 marks the Chorale's 25th Anniversary and features over 80 talented vocalists and the Decatur Park Singers Band. This event is free and open to the public. Concessions and hot grills for cooking will be available beginning at 5 p.m.
Special guests include Decatur Park Singers and Young Park Singers.
Chorale Director
Michael Engelhardt is an active choral conductor, singer, and composer. He currently teaches music theory and serves as opera music director at Millikin University. Michael also conducts the University Women's Choir and the men's vocal jazz group Cobalt. Additionally, he is involved in the Decatur community as the director of the Greater Decatur Chorale and the Decatur Park Singers. He holds a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Millikin University and a Master of Music in Choral Conducting from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
From college choirs to church music, from a capella groups to his funk band in St Louis, Michael brings a wide variety of professional musical experiences with him. Michael has had several songs and arrangements published and performed by churches around the world through the Willow Creek Association. In addition, choral compositions of his have recently been performed at the 2008 WVMEA Convention and the 2008 National MENC Convention.
Presented By
