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A meditative song program, Considering Peace guides the audience through an exploration of peace and what it means in various aspects of our lives. What does Peace mean to you?

Poets grappling with the concept of peace have left a legacy of poetry to consider, and this program, featuring Vocal Chamber Music Fellows soprano Elizabeth Shuman and pianist Jennifer Allor, includes the world premiere performance of Edna St. Vincent Millay’s daring poem “Conscientious Objector”, set to song for the first time by Chicago-based composer Eric Malmquist.

Languages represented include English, Arabic, Hebrew, German. The visceral vocalise "Plea for Peace" for voice and string quartet by Augusta Read Thomas will be heard on February 27.

FEBRUARY 23, 7:30 PM

This parlor-style concert will take place in a private home in Oak Park. Enjoy dessert and drinks, as well as time to connect with the artists and audience following this intimate performance.
Address and arrival information to be shared with attendees prior to performance.

FEBRUARY 27, 7:30 PM


​Buchanan Chapel
Fourth Presbyterian Church of Chicago
126 E Chestnut St
Chicago, IL 60611
Audiences will experience this concert in the serene Buchanan Chapel at Fourth Presbyterian Church. The hour-long program will be followed by a chance to connect with the artists over refreshments. This program also features the renowned Kontras Quartet and includes songs by Chicago-based composer Myron Silberstein.

ARTISTS

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Elizabeth Shuman, soprano

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Jennifer Allor, piano

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Kontras Quartet

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  • 2023 Festival
    • Concert I
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  • Lieder Lounge Series
    • Winter Lieder Lounge
    • Spring Lieder Lounge
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    • Vocal Chamber Music Fellowship
    • Considering Peace
  • Heard Over The Piano
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