The Vancouver Symphony Brass Quintet returns to Langley on Monday, Dec. 12. The five brass players are joined by organist Terry Fullerton, organist of St. John’s Vancouver.
This annual Christmas Concert takes place for the fourth time this year, and is organized by volunteers, so that Langley residents may enjoy great Christmas music without having to travel to Vancouver. In previous years the musicians have provided a great selection of Christmas music, from the Nutcracker to the Messiah, including several Canadian compositions.
There is a story behind almost every composition which is explained by the musicians during their performance.
The VSO Brass Quintet is joined by organist Terry Fullerton, who will play the well-known Casavant organ in the Canadian Reformed Church.
The glorious sound of brass melts perfectly together with the exceptional sound of the organ pipes. The organ console is positioned so that the audience can see the organist play the keyboards and change the sounds with the stops.
The brass players have commented in the past about the breathtaking singing of Christmas carols in Langley. The building bursts when the voices of the audience join the brass instruments and organ, in the singing of well-known Christmas carols.
The VSO Brass Quintet promotes musical exposure, especially to children. During the concert they engage with the children in the audience. If the music allows, they will ask some children to volunteer to assist in the performance.
As in previous years, they would like to fill the building. Tickets are available at the door for $15/adults, $10/ seniors/students. Children 12 and under admitted free. Tickets can be reserved by phone 604-626 0439 or 604-530-7612.
The doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the concert starts at 7:30 p.m.
During the intermission refreshments are available by donation and the musicians are available for questions.
Canadian Reformed Church is located at 21804 52 Ave.