SDGMC Chamber Chorale Presents AMERICANA: An Evening of Traditional American Masterworks

From purple mountain majesties to buffalo roaming the plain, the San Diego Gay Men's Chorus' acclaimed Chamber Chorale brings to life America's collective musical ancestry with Americana on Thursday, February 4 at 7 p.m. at the University Christian Church in Hillcrest.

"This is the music so embraced generation after generation that it's become part of our musical consciousness. We grew up hearing these songs-as did our fathers and their fathers before them," said Artistic Director RC Haus. "The words, notes, rhythms and melodies speak to us of pioneers, cowboys and everyday people exploring the wide open spaces of a new land."

The music presented in Americana echoes throughout history, weaving tales of the wide Missouri River in "Shenandoah" with the soaring sounds of the brave, the righteous and the divine in "America the Beautiful," "The Battle Hymn of the Republic" and "Amazing Grace." The evening includes spirituals like "The Battle of Jericho" and the wistful classic "Over the Rainbow" lamenting hardship while seeking hope. And of course, there will be folk songs of men at war and men in love in "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" and "Cindy."

Limited tickets to this one-night-only concert are available at www.sdgmc.org or by calling (619) 432-2244. Tickets range from $15 to $30. The University Christian Church is located at 3900 Cleveland Avenue; San Diego, CA; 92103. Free parking is available across from the church at the Hillcrest DMV.

About the SDGMC Chamber Chorale

Under the artistic direction of RC Haus, the SDGMC Chamber Chorale began in 2014 as one of the nation's only all-male chorale's specializing in the performance of modern and classical masterworks. With approximately 40 members, it has since received critical acclaim having guest performed with the La Jolla Symphony & Chorus and performed the co-commissioned Tyler's Suite led by Stephen Schwartz of Wicked fame.

About the San Diego Gay Men's Chorus

Under the artistic direction of RC Haus, SDGMC recently celebrated its 30th anniversary of changing lives one voice at a time. With more than 200 members, it is one of the largest gay choruses in the world and has sung at locations including the White House and the Super Bowl. The group's official mission is to create a positive musical experience through exciting performances that engage audiences, build community support and provide a dynamic force for social change.