2026 Special Community Gospel Choir
This year, Wintergreen Music is offering a second singing opportunity! Singers from all backgrounds are invited to join us in two selections by the great Gospel composer Richard Smallwood, presented as world premiere arrangements for chorus, soloist, and orchestra by Glenn Caldwell.
On Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18, singers will rehearse two selections by Richard Smallwood – Total Praise and I Love the Lord. Both will be performed with Desirée Roots and the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra on Saturday, July 18 at 7:30 pm.
This is a great opportunity for singers of all backgrounds to come together in joyous song with a top notch soloist, orchestra, and a stunning view.
We will provide tools to help you learn your music in advance of the rehearsals. Additional details forthcoming. For questions, please contact Anna Balchunas at sing@wintergreenmusic.org
2026 Gospel choir rehearsal & performance Details
Performance Date: Saturday, July 18 at 7:30 pm “Roots & Rhythms III: Desirée Roots and the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra”
Rehearsal Dates: Participation in all rehearsals is required.
Friday, July 17 from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Saturday, July 18 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (with orchestra)
Performance Location: Dunlop Pavilion atop Wintergreen Mountain
Participation Cost: There is no fee to participate in this event. All you need to do is register.
MEET YOUR CONDUCTOR: ERIN FREEMAN
Sing with Us! is conducted by maestra Erin Freeman, Artistic Director of Wintergreen Music & The City Choir of Washington, Director of the Saint Louis Symphony Chorus, and Principal Conductor of the Richmond Ballet. Read her full bio here. Fun fact – “Total Praise” was the first piece Erin ever conducted with professional orchestra!
