Hasty Endings, New Beginnings

43600 Russell Branch Parkway,Ashburn VA 20147

06 March, 2022

Description

This program features music which pays tribute to what we have lost and looks toward the hopeful future ahead. So much change and upheaval in our world and getting back to normal has been a halting process. This concert, featuring Aaron Copland's In the Beginning, is designed to pay tribute to what we have lost, meditate on where we currently are, and look towards the hopeful future we have ahead. The program also includes Bob Chilcott’s arrangement of U2’s MLK, The Road Home by Stephen Paulus and Hold On by Marques L. A. Garrett. COVID Protocols: Each attendee is required to wear a mask covering nose and mouth throughout the concert. By attending the concert, you are affirming that you do not exhibit any symptoms of COVID, have not been exposed to anyone with COVID or who thinks they may have COVID. In addition, you agree to cooperate when asked to assist government health officials with contact tracing should it be required.Assumption of Risk for Participants and Concert Attendees: The Master Singers of Virginia has taken enhanced health and safety measures for you, our singers, and employees, and is implementing strategies suggested by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the Virginia Department of Health strategies to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. However, an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public space where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the CDC, senior citizens and guests with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. By attending an MSVA concert, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. We thank you for helping keep each other safe and healthy. Bringing people together through transcendent choral experiences. The Master Singers of Virginia is a select, auditioned, volunteer ensemble, comprised of 32 singers. Now in its 27th season, the ensemble was founded by Dr. Erik Jones who still serves as the Artistic Director.