The InstigatorFestival Chorale Oregon is hosting a trio of events supporting Alzheimer’s awareness.
See a special screening of Still Alice 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 12 at Salem Cinema, 1127 Broadway St NE.
Based on the novel by Lisa Genova, Still Alice is a realistic and emotional story centered on a woman living with Alzheimer’s Disease featuring Julianne Moore in her only Oscar-winning role. Note: Festival Chorale Oregon does not perform.
Tickets are $15 in advance, $18 day of event for this “Reel Change For Our Community” benefit supporting Festival Chorale and the Alzheimer’s Association Oregon & SW Washington Chapter. Click here for tickets.
Catch the Northwest premiere of Robert Cohen’s Alzheimer’s Stories, at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 16, at the Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St SE.
A poignant yet inspiring work based on the personal stories of family and friends of those living with the disease, Alzheimer’s Stories will move you with its honest moments of sadness and humor. Soloists Hannah Penn and Zachary Lenox will join the chorale and an ensemble of string, brass, and percussion instruments.
Building on Alzheimer’s Stories’ final message of hope and the power of music, the second half of the performance will include a collection of smaller, moving choral pieces featuring violinist Caius Oprea.
“This concert has been years in the making and is particularly special for us as we have seen firsthand the devastating impact that Alzheimer’s can have on families,” said Solveig Holmquist, Founding Artistic Director of Festival Chorale Oregon. “We believe that music can serve as a powerful tool for healing and connection, and we are honored to have the opportunity to bring this message to our community through this performance.”
Tickets are $13 to $38 and are available at www.elsinoretheatre.com. A portion of each ticket sold will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association Oregon & SW Washington Chapter.
Prior to the concert, there will be a free Community Talk with Composer Robert Cohen 5 p.m. Saturday, April 15. Hear from the composer about the genesis of Alzheimer’s Stories and the impact music can have on those living with the disease. Note: Festival Chorale Oregon does not perform. Location to be determined.
Festival Chorale Oregon is a Salem non-profit organization dedicated to bringing exceptional choral music to the Willamette Valley. Founded in 1979, the organization is committed to enriching the cultural life of the community through concerts, educational programs and community outreach initiatives. For more information about Festival Chorale Oregon, visit www.festivalchorale.org
