The songs of a nation reflect the character of its people. Folk and popular songs depict a community’s circumstances, express its hopes, and provide inspiration toward a greater sense of purpose. Experience a world of song, from Copland’s Old American Songs and African American spirituals to English and Irish folksongs (including Danny Boy), as well as folk melodies from Eastern Europe, Scandinavia, Asia, and Africa. Iconic inspirational popular songs such as Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing, Imagine and Leonard Cohen’s Halleluia round out the program.
Trinity United Methodist Church, 1406 14th Ave. S. (Saturday, 4 p.m.). First Presbyterian Church, 3810 Robert M. Grissom Pkwy. (Sunday, 4 p.m.) $25. (843) 444-5774, carolinamasterchorale.com