Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Romantic

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Orchestral

 

The Moravian Teachers Choral Society is a classical music ensemble that has been active for over a century. Founded in 1903, the group has become a staple of the Moravian community in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, and has gained recognition for its exceptional performances of choral music. The Moravian Teachers Choral Society was founded by a group of teachers from the Moravian Seminary for Girls in Bethlehem. The group was initially formed as a way for the teachers to come together and sing, but it quickly grew in popularity and began performing for the community. The group's first performance was in December of 1903, and it was met with great enthusiasm from the audience. Over the years, the Moravian Teachers Choral Society has had many members, but some of the most notable include conductor John Sinclair, who led the group for over 30 years, and pianist and composer Richard Hynson, who served as the group's accompanist for many years. The group has also had many talented singers, including sopranos Ruth Kresge and Mary Ann Lapp, tenor David Macbeth, and bass Robert Kline. One of the highlights of the Moravian Teachers Choral Society's history was its performance at the 1939 World's Fair in New York City. The group was invited to perform at the Pennsylvania Pavilion, and its performance was broadcast live on the radio. The group's performance was met with critical acclaim, and it helped to raise the profile of the Moravian Teachers Choral Society. Another notable performance by the Moravian Teachers Choral Society was its performance of Handel's Messiah in 1959. The group performed the piece with the Allentown Symphony Orchestra, and the performance was met with great acclaim from both the audience and critics. The group has also performed many other classical works, including Mozart's Requiem, Bach's St. Matthew Passion, and Beethoven's Ninth Symphony. The Moravian Teachers Choral Society has received many awards and accolades over the years. In 1963, the group was awarded the prestigious Bethlehem Medal for its contributions to the community. The group has also been recognized by the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association, which awarded the group its Citation of Excellence in 1985. Today, the Moravian Teachers Choral Society continues to perform and is still an important part of the Moravian community in Bethlehem. The group's current conductor is Rebecca Kleintop Owens, and the group continues to perform a wide range of classical works. The group's performances are still met with great enthusiasm from the community, and the Moravian Teachers Choral Society remains a beloved institution in Bethlehem.

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