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    American Anthem

    American Anthem

    Presented by First Christian Church Concert Series at First Christian Church

    July 18, 2010

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    First Christian Church is presenting “American Anthem,” the Colorado recital debut of its music director, Mr. Ray Killian. This concert of vocal music will benefit the Interfaith Hospitality Network’s outreach to homeless families in our community. As Mr. Killian completes his first year of music leadership at the historic downtown church, “We thought it was very fitting to celebrate Ray’s gifts and his commitment to our community and those in need in a unique musical fashion," says the Rev. Chuck Blaisdell, Senior Pastor of First Christian Church. July 18 is also Colorado Springs Pride Day, and the concert will include gay composers who "have used their gifts to bring beauty and thoughtfulness to our world," says Mr. Killian. Included in the program will be art songs by Aaron Copland, Ned Rorem, Samuel Barber and renowned lyricist Gene Scheer, who wrote the libretto for the opera An American Tragedy. Mr. Killian will be performing songs by John Denver and others with guitar and piano in the second half of the program. Ray Killian has performed as soloist with Sir David Willcocks, Robert Shaw, Joseph Flummerfelt and Don V. Moses. He has performed in Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, France and throughout the mid-Atlantic states. His choral groups have been recognized for their "choral felicity" (Washington Post). Mr. Killian notes: "I am so pleased to be able to share this new program with the Colorado Springs community. Living here has inspired me. As a child, I heard John Denver speak about how music can change the world. That perspective stuck with me and informs me to this day." Accompanying Mr. Killian on the piano is Carol Wilson, organist at FCC, who is known to music lovers all over the Colorado Springs area. A celebration of Ms. Wilson’s 21st anniversary with the church will also be included. There is no admission charge, but a free will offering for IHN will be collected. Please bring a non-perishable food item. All are invited to a reception following the program.


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        First Christian Church

        16 East Platte Avenue
        Colorado Springs, CO 80903-1221

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        Info Phone: 719/633-8888

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        July 18, 2010

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        3:00 p.m.

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