American Spiritual Ensemble Returns To Sarasota Opera.
The critically acclaimed American Spiritual Ensemble will return to the William E. Schmidt Opera Theatre at the Sarasota Opera House on Saturday, September 6th at 7pm for a one night only performance celebrating the life of William E. Schmidt. The concert will be free and open to the public.
The American Spiritual Ensemble under the direction of founder and conductor Dr. Everett McCorvey thrilled Sarasota audiences in 2010 with a program of music that ranged from spirituals to classical to Broadway and dance.
William Schmidt, who passed away on August 16th, was a successful real estate developer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He believed in helping people and the goodness of mankind. In addition to the countless organizations he supported through his foundation, he founded the William E. Schmidt Youth Vocal Competition. For over 29 years, William and his wife Casiana have supported the vocal talents of thousands of young singers from all over the United States with monetary prizes and scholarships.
What: The American Spiritual Ensemble Perform in Sarasota
When: Saturday, September 6 at 7pm
Where: William E. Schmidt Opera Theatre, Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236
Cost: Free and Open to the Public
For more information, please call the Sarasota Opera Box Office at (941) 328-1300.
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