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Harmony Fusion Chorus, a women’s barbershop chorus and chapter of Sweet Adelines International, will present “Prelude to Winter,” an afternoon of carols and holiday songs, at 2 p.m. today at Lynnewood United Methodist Church in Pleasanton.
The Tri-Valley’s Cantabella Children’s Chorus Honors Choir will also perform as well as Ladies First, a young women’s barbershop chorus from Concord High School that has been recognized at festivals from coast to coast.
“This will be an exciting concert featuring two premier youth choruses as well as Harmony Fusion Chorus and its associated small groups and quartets,” said Carrie Shaeffer, concert chairwoman and HFC member. “The concert will offer a variety of holiday music and styles, something for everyone.”
The chorus’ performance will feature holiday favorites such as “Sleigh Ride” and “Winter Wonderland,” familiar carols such as “Carol of the Bells,” and “Chocolate in my Stocking,” a holiday song in the barbershop style.
Harmony Fusion Chorus director Barbara Vander Putten noted the inclusion of Cantabella and Ladies First, saying that a part of the HFC mission is to reach out to the community.
“For me, that is especially true with respect to young performers,” Vander Putten said. “Each year we try to include at least one youth group in our shows.”
Shaeffer said the winter performance is not too early in the season.
“This concert offers the community a great opportunity to relax and enjoy holiday music before getting into the hectic season of shopping and parties,” she said. “It will be a wonderful afternoon of music for all to enjoy, regardless of the date.”
Tickets are $18 in advance and $20 at the door. Seniors 65 and older and students are $16 in advance and $18 at the door. Order advance tickets at www.harmonyfusion.org, by calling 846-1857, or emailing shaeffer1@earthlink.net.
Harmony Fusion Chorus will host a reception for all guests immediately following the performance in the church fellowship hall.
Lynnewood United Methodist Church is located at 4444 Black Ave.