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Carry Me Home: Classic American Spirituals, Folk Songs, & More

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.

The Presbyterian Church in Westfield

Join Choral Art Society of New Jersey and the Westfield High School Concert Choir as we sing "The Chariot Jubilee" by R. Nathaniel Dett, "Fern Hill" by award-winning composer John Corigliano with words by poet Dylan Thomas, and other spiritual and Americana works.

About Our May 2025 Concert

Come be part of something special on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at The Presbyterian Church in Westfield (140 Mountain Avenue). This concert is all about powerful storytelling through music, featuring John Corigliano's "Fern Hill", a stunning setting of Dylan Thomas's poetry depicting memories of Thomas's idyllic childhood spent on his family farm

R. Nathaniel Dett's "The Chariot Jubilee" is a powerful concert work blending twentieth century art music with classic African-American Spirituals, featuring gifted Tenor soloist Edward Washington II. Along with a selection of other moving works, we’ll be joined by the talented voices of the Westfield High School Concert Choir, making this an afternoon of music you won’t want to miss.

We are excited that this concert will be the debut of our new Music Director, Seth Velez, an accomplished conductor, bass-baritone, and music educator with over a decade of industry experience in Los Angeles and New York. Other featured artists include Westfield High School's Concert Choir, led by Music Director, John Brzozowski, and Choral Art Society's own Linda Smargiassi, mezzo-soprano soloist for "Fern Hill". Enjoy other favorites, including "Shenandoah", "Deep River", "Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child", as well as selected works performed by Westfield High School's Concert Choir.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Frequently Asked Questions

I am having an issue with my tickets. Who do I contact?

Please reach out to us using our contact form and we will be happy to assist you.

When do ticket sales end?

Ticket sales will end online Saturday, May 2 at 11:59 p.m. ET. Tickets are available at the door for an upcharge of $5.

How do I access tickets I bought online?

An email with a receipt will be sent to your email from no-reply@givebutter.com with the subject line "Your receipt from Choral Art Society of New Jersey". Your ticket will be a QR code attached to that email, which can be printed or shown on your phone at the door.

If you don't see the email don't worry! Contact us here to have the ticket resent.

Are children allowed?

Yes, children are allowed and welcome! Children under 18 can join us at no cost.

Do you have any discounts?

Yes! We have discounts for students (18+ years old) and seniors (65+ years old). This ticket is $25 when bought in advance and $30 at the door.

Additionally, Families First card holders and WIC card holders are admitted free.

Is the concert ADA-accessible?

Yes! You can see some of our accessibility options below:

A ramp is available on the left side of the church, along Mountain Avenue, to enter the church.
Listening devices and large-print programs are available upon request when notified at least 3 business days in advance. Contact us here.
Sign language interpretation can be accommodated when notified at least 2 weeks in advance. Contact us here.
Service animals are welcome to attend.

If you need accommodations that are not listed here, please contact us and we will work with you to help you enjoy our concert!

Will the concert be recorded?

For those who don't live in the area or are unable to attend in person, a livestream will be available on our Facebook page.

For any other questions or concerns, please submit a contact form and we will be happy to assist you!