Performances were wonderful
I had the privilege of attending three wonderful performances in our community recently.
I attended two concerts combining the Washington Festival Chorale and the Washington Symphony Orchestra, the first on May 7 and the second at the Whiskey Rebellion Festival on July 7.
The Washington Festival Chorale’s concerts, led by artistic director and conductor Matthew Boice, were beautifully done. He has a delightful personality and singers that are top notch. The Washington Symphony Orchestra’s music director and principal conductor is Yugo Ikach and his charming manner enhances the work of the talented musicians in the symphony. It is wonderful that they have such respect for each other’s groups.
I’d also like to mention the Washington Community Theatre production of “Mary Poppins” in June, directed by Adam Brock. Brock did an outstanding job. What an enormous job it must have been, managing a huge cast with many children in the ensemble. The actors, orchestra, lighting and sound technicians were so good I found it hard to believe this was a community theater production and not a professional one.
We are very fortunate to have such wonderful people in our community who are so willing to give of their time and talents to present such outstanding performances.
Colleen C. Johnson
Washington