Soli deo Musica 2011-2012 Fine Art Series
The people of Faith Lutheran Church welcome you to the 21st year of our Artist Series, Soli Deo Musica.
“Proclaiming the Gospel and Enriching the Faith through Fine Arts” is the mission statement of our fine arts series. We strive to present a variety of arts events featuring local artists as well as church musicians within our congregation. Events are scheduled once a month to share the beauty of fine art to the Glory of God, many of which occur during Sunday morning worship. Highlights of the concert season include choral presentations of the Festival Choir in Advent and in Holy Week with orchestral musicians in the metropolitan area. Guest choirs and collegiate faculty soloists are featured in these events. Additional special concerts are presented by university handbell choirs, symphonic bands, full orchestras, and collegiate choral ensembles. Our sanctuary is known for its wonderful acoustics and is a favorite touring site among both instrumental and vocal ensembles, especially those from our Lutheran colleges. Liturgical musicians and visual artists have also graced our facility, sharing their talents with the community.
Friday, March 23, 7:30 p.m.
Live with Max Wellman - Maxwell Wellman burst on the local jazz scene in Des Moines with his 2006 release of "Gimme the Keys", a recording comprised of five covers including "You Don't Know Me". With a voice that evokes jazz legends, Wellmanhas become a mainstay on the local jazz scene. His recently released CD, "Comes Love", features four of his own original tunes. Don't miss this opportunity to hear Des Moines' own exceptional jazz master.
Friday, March 30, 7:30 p.m.
Wartburg College Choir Concert
The Wartburg Choir, which sang at the White House and National Cathedral and earned rave reviews in Europe last year, will perform in Clive Friday, March 30.
The 85-member choir, which is celebrating its 75th anniversary, will sing at an 8:00 p.m. concert at Faith Lutheran Church in collaboration with the Valley High School Singers, Linda Vanderpool, conductor.
Admission is a free-will donation.
The Wartburg Choir performs sacred music from all historical periods and styles and often premieres works of contemporary composers.
“We are excited to share the Wartburg Choir’s rich history,” conductor Dr. Lee Nelson said. “When Dr. Edwin Liemohn founded the choir, his guiding principles were to foster musical excellence, establish an unwavering work ethic and create a transformative concert experience for the performers and audience alike. Now, 74 years later, the choir remains true to its roots and works daily to expand the legacy
April 2012
Friday, April 6, 7:15 p.m.
Good Friday Service of Shadows featuring a seasonal string ensemble and Faith's musicians.
Sunday, April 8, 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.
Easter Sunday Worship - All of our music teams join to celebrate our risen Savior, Jesus Christ!
8:30 a.m. Traditional
10:30 a.m. Blended and Alterative
May 2012
Sunday, May 20, 4:00 p.m.
Des Moines Vocal Arts Ensemble - Final celebration of their 20th Anniversary Season hosted at Faith Lutheran Church.
DMVAE: Celebrating 20 and Looking Forward
Featuring new choral works composed by the winners of the DMVAE Composition Contest, a world premier performance of a work commissioned from David Brunner in honor of the 20th Anniversary Season. There will also be guest appearances by past conductors of the ensemble! Season Ticket $25, Advance Tickets $15, $18 at the door and $6 for students. Tickets are available at www.dmvae.org.
"Next to the Word of God, the noble art of music is the greatest treasure in the world." Martin Luther
