A Christmas Carol
By Benedict Sheehan
With Pro Coro Canada & Vocal Collective

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  • A Christmas Carol. In Prose. Being a Ghost Story of Christmas is the official title of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. The work was first published in London in 1843. It recounts the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Christmas Yet to Come. In the process, Scrooge is transformed into a kinder, gentler man.

  • Three-time GRAMMY® nominee and American Prize-winner Benedict Sheehan has been called “a conductor and composer to watch in the 21st century” (ConcertoNet). He is artistic director and founder of Artefact Ensemble and a full-time freelance composer. His music is published by Oxford University Press, Artefact Publications, and others, and has been performed by many of the world’s leading ensembles, including Skylark, Conspirare, the Choir of Trinity Wall Street, the Houston Chamber Choir, Cappella Romana, the Kansas City Chorale, the BBC Singers and Pro Coro Canada.

    The Tenors & Basses of Pro Coro Canada have recently recorded his work Ukrainian War Requiem, with the Axios Men's Ensemble.

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    Prior to every concert, we will send an email to all ticket holders with specific directions to help you plan your transit or parking needs in advance!

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    If you are choosing to drive to our concerts, arriving early can be extra important for ensuring you can easily find parking and getting seated before the concert begins.

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  • Pro Coro Canada concerts typically run between 1.5 to 2 hours, often with an intermission. If there is no intermission, this is typically indicated on the ticket page and in the program.

    Each concert varies in terms of how much talking there is between pieces, often depending on the atmosphere of the concert theme. New Year’s Eve, for instance, is a much more celebratory and conversational concert than Good Friday.

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    If you’re unsure, your safest bet is to wait for the applause to begin and then join in!

What is a choir?

A choir is a group of singers who perform together, blending their voices to create a unified musical sound. For a professional choir, this goes beyond just singing; it involves rigorous training, exceptional vocal technique, and a deep commitment to artistic excellence. Each singer is a skilled musician, capable of intricate musicality and seamless vocal blending across a wide range of styles, from classical to contemporary.

The concept of choral singing has ancient roots, appearing in various forms across cultures, from the communal chants of early civilizations to the structured ensembles of ancient Greek drama and religious ceremonies. Choirs in the Western choral tradition are typically divided into voice sections—soprano, alto, tenor, and bass—allowing for rich harmonies and complex musical textures. There is frequently further splitting of these parts to allow for more complex harmony to form. With 24 professional singers, For Pro Coro Canada sometimes divides into 24 parts, having each artist perform their own part.

Ultimately, professional choirs enrich communities by sharing the beauty and power of choral music. They offer audiences deeply moving experiences and often engage in educational outreach, inspiring new generations and fostering a greater appreciation for the arts. This dedication solidifies their vital role in the cultural landscape, showcasing the transformative impact of the human voice united in song.