The Adirondack Community Chorus will present its annual Christmas concert entitled “A World of Christmas”, on three separate occasions.  The first will be at the Forest Presbyterian Church, Center Street, Lyons Falls on Sunday, December 11th at 6:00 PM.  The second performance will be held on Saturday, December 17th at 2:00 PM at the new Arts Center in Old Forge.  At this time, the ACC will be joining with the Nicholls Memorial Presbyterian Church Choir, prepared by Judy Barker. The third performance will be held on Sunday, December 18th at 2:00 PM at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Charles Street, Boonville.  The ACC will again be joined with members from the Old Forge choir during this performance.  The concerts will be conducted by Peg Nuspliger and accompanied by Sylvia Fici on piano.  

“A World of Christmas” is composed by Joseph M. Martin, a pianist who plays over 70 concerts a year. Mr. Martin has stated that “music is the language that transcends every cultural and national boundary.  It connects us all with the tethers of our shared faith and mutual dreams for hope and peace.  Music teaches us what can happen when differences come together to make harmony”.  Many of the songs, such as “Silent Night”, are reflective in nature while others have a rhythmic beat.  Narrators for the concert will be The Rev. Naomi Kelly and The Rev. Sean O’Brien.

This is the 35th year of performances by the Adirondack Community Chorus under the direction of Peg Nuspliger.  The chorus consists of over 80 members of all ages that come from a wide geographic area.  Included are several high school students from both Adirondack and South Lewis Central Schools.  The students will be performing an opening number.  The concert will end with Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus” joined by members of the audience.

All venues for these concerts are handicapped accessible.  Admission is free.  Donations are gratefully accepted and will be used to purchase music for future concerts.