Start the Holiday season with an evening of stunning auditory and visual charm. The songs and stories of Singer Songwriter Cori Connors, laid in the pristine harmonies and expert accompaniment of Kelly DeHaan and Mark Robinette combine for this feel-good night of delightful reminiscence. Add to that the warmth of a string quartet, the incredible oboe and wind instruments of Daron Bradford, and the transcendent sounds of the Mountain Ridge Madrigals and you have a magical musical experience. To take it to Heavenly heights, we've added 1000 candles, fluttering against the historic architecture and gorgeous stained glass of the First Presbyterian Church in downtown Salt Lake City.
This is a rare, one-time event you will not want to miss. Bring your most cherished people for a Christmas experience to remember.
Her songs have been sung by international superstars, earning her platinum status as a songwriter. But there is nothing quite as charming as an artist singing her own tunes, woven with the stories Cori is so well known for. Cori's awards include Parent's Choice Gold Medal, Family Choice Award, Utah's Governor's Mansion Artist Award, and first place in various songwriting competitions. She has performed nationally and internationally and has a faithful regional following in the Western US. She has released 9 albums of original music. She also teaches guitar and songwriting workshops.
Renowned for his excellence and versatility as a musician, Mark not only plays and sings but wrote the string arrangements for tonight's concert. He has played on and produced shows on just about every stage in Utah and owns and operates Robinette Sound. His expertise in production and performance takes him to venues around the world.
Beloved and respected by thousands who have sung under his baton, Kelly’s collection of accolades and awards is massive. He has taught and conducted choirs at West Jordan and Mountain Ridge High Schools for decades, receiving the O.C. Tanner Recognition Award, the Jordan Education Foundation Outstanding Educator Award, the UMEA Music Educator of the Year Award, and the Utah Educators Association Excellence in Teaching Award. He’s been honored at the White House and at the Governor’s Mansion. You’ve seen him onstage at Hale Center Theater. Besides teaching, Kelly was former Music Director for Hale Center Theatre and is Artistic Director of Utah Voices Choir.
Daron Bradford
Wind Instruments
Daron can turn any wind instrument into a divine communicator, enhancing every group he joins. He is principal woodwind artist for the Orchestra at Temple Square, often featured as a soloist. He’s the recipient of Utah Best in State Awards, Studio Musician of the Year, and teaches Music at BYU. You won’t want to miss him playing 37 instruments in 3 minutes during this concert.
Orchestral Strings
The finest string musicians Salt Lake has to offer. Arrangements by Mark Robinette.
Mountain Ridge Madrigals
This select choir from Mountain Ridge High is directed by Kelly DeHaan, who also wrote their choral arrangements for this concert.
The Eskeltones
Guitar, Dulcimer, Vocals
Dave and Carla Eskelsen, renowned performing songwriters, add their magic touch to Cori's songs. You hear them on the recordings, and now you'll hear them live.
Timothy Petersen
Percussion
Timo is a sophomore majoring in percussion and composition at the University of Utah. (He's also Cori's oldest grandchild. She gave him his first set of drumsticks at 4 years old. Apologies to his parents.)
A Sea of Light
Over 1,000 flickering candles
A Sanctuary of light underscores Cori's songs and stories.
Located on the corner of South Temple and C Streets, the First Presbyterian Church is an Historic Landmark in the heart of Salt Lake City. Built in 1874, this magnificent edifice has stood the test of time in its membership as well as its architecture. The beautiful sanctuary is known for its fine acoustics and lovely stained glass windows, as well as its stately beam work and pipe organ.
Preferred Seating in Prime Orchestra Section. Parties will be seated together.
Seats in the best location in the church both visually and acoustically. Guests will be seated with their party by ushers.
General Seating in MAIN FLOOR Orchestra Section Center and Side Wings
Main Floor Prime seating - area is reserved for this ticket, but seating is first come first seated on Main floor
Balcony front, Birdseye View Of Artists and CandleLight
Balcony Best Seating - Birds Eye View of artists and candlelight. First Come - First seated in this Prime Section.
General Seating in areas not already reserved
General Open Seating in unreserved areas, mostly in balcony.
Space for Wheelchair. Companion seats are available in separate category
Wheelchair - SEE USHER FOR SEATING
Pew space designated for ADA Handicapped and Companion of handicapped person.
COMPANION SEAT TO WHEELCHAIR OR ADA NON-WHEELCHAIR SEATSEE USHER FOR SEATING
In order to sell merchandise like our Honor Candles and Freezer Jam, you must have a ticket. We created this NON-TICKET ticket, which is free, so you can buy product only. Use thi sif you already have a ticket, or if you are not coming to the concert and still want to buy product. THIS WILL NO
Select this ticket if you are not coming to the concert or have already bought your ticket but want to purchase merchandise. THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR THIS...This is the only way this platform will allow us to sell merchandise without also paying for a ticket. This will NOT give you admission to the concert, just allow you to purchase merchandise. HONOR CANDLES or FREEZER JAM can be picked it at the concert or Cori's house in Farmington after the concert. Email for the address [email protected].
HONOR CANDLES - HONOR SOMEONE YOU LOVE OR RESPECT (be sure to add the name below when you purchase)
Purchase a personalized candle with the name of someone you want to honor. It can be someone special to you, alive or deceased, whose light affected your life for good. The candle will burn through the concert, with a song dedicated to Honorees, then you can take the candle home afterwards to either give to the Honoree or remind you in your own home of someone you cherish. If you want to purchase a candle but cannot attend the concert, text 801-201-2001. All funds received benefit Orphan Children in Kenya.PLEASE ENTER THE NAME YOU WOULD LIKE ON EACH CANDLE IN THE SPACE INDICATED BELOW.PICK UP YOUR CANDLE AFTER THE CONCERT or at Cori's house if you are not attending.
RASPBERRY FREEZER JAM
fresh home made raspberry freezer jam. Your order will be waiting, with your name on it, at the concession area during the concert.If you are not able to attend the concert and would like to order jam or candles you can also text 801-201-2001.
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