“Sing a Song for America” is a one-day choral experience for singers ages 8-108 to come together in one place to create music and memories as a community. Under the direction of Maria Klingsheim and accompanied by Suzanne Eberle, the repertoire will focus on two-part American folk songs, such as “Oh! Susanna,” “Shenandoah,” “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” and more. These songs will be easy enough to learn in an afternoon, but satisfying to sing in a large group. The Revelers will provide music for half of the concert in line with the American theme. Some titles include “I Sing a Song for America,” “Isle of Hope, Isle of Tears” (a perspective of Ellis Island), and “Rocky Top.” We would love to have families participate together. Anyone interested in singing for the October 14, 7 p.m. evening concert should plan to come to the same day rehearsal from 1:30-5:30 p.m. (break times provided) at the Faith United Methodist Church, Spring Valley, and bring a dish to pass for the supper break. All music materials will be available upon arrival.
A concert to feature the Revelers and community singers will be on Saturday, October 14, at 7 p.m. at Faith United Methodist Church in Spring Valley and is open to the public. A freewill offering will be taken. Singers and audience are encouraged to come dressed in red, white, and blue.
Root River Revelers is a men’s vocal ensemble that began more than 25 years ago and has regularly provided quality choral music for Fillmore County and the surrounding area for Memorial Day services, Spring Valley’s Christmas on Historic Broadway, and full-length concerts at various venues.
If you would like to participate in Sing a Song for America, please contact Maria Klingsheim (507) 429-5457 or klingsheim2013@gmail.com.