The Community Chorus at South Berwick appoints new Artistic Director
SOUTH BERWICK, Maine — The Community Chorus at South Berwick announced the appointment of Dr. Amy Kotsonis as their new Artistic Director. Dr. Kotsonis is currently the Director of Choral Activities at the University of New Hampshire where she conducts the Chamber Singers, Concert Choir, Treble Choir and teaches choral methods. Before her appointment to UNH, she was the Associate Professor of Choral Ensembles at the University of Northern Iowa. In addition to her duties at UNI, she also served as the Artistic Director for the Metropolitan Chorale and the UNI Children’s Choir.
“I am thrilled to be appointed as the Director of The Community Chorus at South Berwick. This opportunity is special for me for several reasons. I grew up in York, so this area is home to me. I directed a community chorus in Iowa and since relocating back to the seacoast, I’ve really missed working with non-collegiate singers and having that community connection. I particularly love working with lifelong singers and am passionate about people who are passionate about keeping singing in the world as they move through life. And, lastly, I have a personal connection to this chorus as my aunt, Gail Adams, is the pianist for CCSB.”
“As the chorus looks ahead to their 50th year next season, I think it is a perfect time to reflect back on what brought us here, as well as look ahead to what the future holds. We will be welcoming back alumni singers for a couple of selections during performances next year as we revisit some past favorite pieces in collaboration with new programming. When it comes to repertoire selection, I think the music needs to reflect the many different people who make up the chorus, as well as the many people who share our communities while supporting the mission of CCSB.”
Dr. Kotsonis has designed a wonderful and challenging program for our spring concert that includes music from different periods and will culminate with Mozart’s “Solemn Vespers”. Rehearsals for the spring term will begin on Monday, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m., at the First Parish Federated Church in South Berwick. New singers are welcome and are asked to arrive by 6:30 p.m. to register and receive their music for the spring term. Our Spring Concert dates are April 13 and April 14. We cordially invite those who love to sing to join CCSB and celebrate your love of music in this choral community.
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This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: The Community Chorus at South Berwick appoints new Artistic Director
