Classic Arts Programs Renamed ‘Community Arts Program’ to Commemorate 40th Anniversary Season
News Release
WINONA LAKE — This year commemorates the 40th anniversary of delivering high-quality, community-based choral music for Kosciusko County.
The Warsaw Community Choir was organized by Rev. Richard L. Anderson in 1984 when he was commissioned by the Warsaw Ministerium. Since then, the community-based choir has continued to focus on bringing together men and women, high school age and above, from the community who share a love for music through singing in harmony. Our ensemble brings quality choral music to Warsaw/Winona Lake and the surrounding communities of Kosciusko County.
In 2001, the Lakeland Youth Chorale was created to provide high-quality choral instruction to children outside of their school and church experiences.
In 2024, Classic Arts Programs changed its name to Community Arts Program, to collaborate with all art forms in Kosciusko County. Additionally, the individual performance groups have been renamed to reflect the mission of the organization.
Community Arts Program groups include:
- Vocal Vision
- Vocal Vision Prep
- Vocal Vibes
- Vocal Vision Youth
- Summer Music Academy
2024-2025 Performance Season
The community is invited to attend three choral performances and the annual fundraiser for the 40th anniversary season. These performances begin with the Fall Choral Fest focusing on the Legacy and foundation of choral beginnings. The program will be held at 7 p.m. Oct. 12th in the Warsaw First United Methodist Church.
Ushering in the Christmas Season, choral performances for Christmas in the Village — Noel! will be held at Rodeheaver Auditorium in Winona Lake. There will be three performances to choose from: 4 p.m. Dec. 7, 4 p.m. Dec. 8 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8.
The annual fundraiser, Java, Jive and Pie, will take place at the Zimmer Biomet Center Lake Pavilion 7 p.m. Feb. 22. This continues to be a popular event with music provided by Vocal Vibes and instrumental performers. Join us for an evening of dancing, snacks, auction items, pie and exceptional music.
The final concert will be held at Rodeheaver Auditorium at 7 p.m. March 22, 2025. This will focus on celebration and singing and has been titled Synergized. The program will showcase the combined talents of multiple choral groups as we fill the auditorium with songs that will leave you energized and launch us into the next 40 years of quality musical offerings.
