The 2024 All-State Chorus and Orchestra Concert will take place on Nov. 2 at the Denny Sanford Premier Center in Sioux Falls, featuring exceptional young talent from across the state. Lennox High School is proud to announce the selection of nine students to the All-State Chorus, including senior Noah Sayler, who marks his fourth year with this distinguished ensemble. Joining him are Carter Dose, Zander Hazuka, Wyatt Bult, Isaiah Sayler, Alek Kilene, Emersen Lee, Ariana Poppens, and Izzy Smith. Named as alternates are Sophia Sanchez, Maddigan Van Sickle, Jacob Richert, and Karson Iken.
Renowned choral conductor Michael Hanawalt, Associate Professor of Choral Conducting and Music Education at Florida State University, will lead this year’s All-State Chorus. Hanawalt, also Artistic Director for the Tallahassee Community Chorus, brings a wealth of experience in choral performance and music education, making him a fitting leader for this esteemed event. The chorus will rehearse on Friday, Nov. 1, and again on Saturday morning before the 7 p.m. concert.
The concert program includes the following selection of choral pieces:
“Sure On This Shining Night” – Morten Lauridsen; “Veni Sancte Spiritus (KV47)” – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart; “Auld Lang Syne” – arr. Hanawalt/Sasanfar; and “Gloria (from Mass: A Celebration of Love and Joy)” – André Thomas.
The combined Chorus and Orchestra will also perform together, featuring the following selections:
“Star-Spangled Banner” – Francis Scott Key/John Stafford/arr. Dale Grotenhuis; “Battle Hymn of the Republic” – arr. Peter Wilhousky; and “Hallelujah (from Handel’s Messiah)” – George Frederic Handel.
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