Patriotism is on display during this energizing and entertaining concert
Category: Activities, Performances, & Events
If you thought patriotism was dead, think again. The God Bless America concert by the Millennial Choirs & Orchestras highlights the freedoms and history of the United States of America. With patriotic songs as well as historical hymns, this concert proves that America is loved and cherished.
The choirs consist of all ages, from youngsters, to seniors and all those in between. They come out in groups and periodically they are all there along with the orchestra.
When they sing about “Paul Revere’s Ride” the little ones are front and center on the stage wearing their three pointed hats. The cuteness factor is through the roof with these little ones.
As the concert progresses, they sing about being Americans, George Washington, the War of Independence, and the beautiful red, white and blue flag. They also sing a song most of us know without the music, “I Pledge Allegiance.”
There are some religious moments as on the screen above the orchestra are images of George Washington kneeling in prayer, Joseph Smith founding the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormons), and beautiful images of the country and the history that show how the people pull together in times of crisis and unite in times of joy.
Ending with an interesting rendition of “God Bless America,” the audience is treated to the ensemble paying their heartfelt tribute to the country.
The Millennial Choirs & Orchestras are located in several states, and welcome musicians and singers of all ages. To find out more about this inspiring program, check out their website.
Founded in 2007, Millennial® Choirs & Orchestras (MCO®) consists of over 5,000 participants in California, Arizona, Texas, Utah, Idaho, and Kansas City.
MCO participation is offered in these locations:
- Arizona (East Valley)
- California (Orange County)
- Idaho (Boise)
- Kansas City
- Texas (Austin)
- Texas (Dallas)
- Utah (Utah Valley)
For those interested in joining the choirs, they include the Young Singers Chorus (Age 4 – 1st grade), the Children’s Chorus (2nd-5th grades), The Youth Chorus (6th-8th grades), the Concert Choir (9th -12th grades), the Millennial Chorus (advanced ensemble), and the Grand Chorus (accomplished singers 18 and older). And musicians are welcome to audition for the orchestra.
Check out the schedule for the God Bless America concert that is now circling the country.
To hear some excerpts from the song selections, click on the links below:
About the Author
Francine Brokaw has been covering all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 30 years. She also writes about products and travel. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County, and has her own TV show, Beyond the Red Carpet, on Village Television in Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA.
