Camerata Singers Sites - Public Buildings


	Other Camerata Concert Sites
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	A portion of the concerts performed by the Camerata Singers of Lake have been presented in public buildings, private buildings, or in houses of worship. The latter situation occurs primarily when the concert requires the use of an organ. This page will provide some of the details regarding these alternate sites. Even in these larger spaces, the Board attempts to recreate the ambience of a chamber setting and each concert includes the reception hour where the guests and artists can mingle freely.
	Church of the Holy Spirit 400 East Westminster Road, Lake Forest
	The Church of the Holy Spirit (Episcopal) has served as the site for four Camerata concerts, beginning in November 1981 - one of the first Camerata concerts. In November, 1990, Camerata performed "An Afternoon with Monteverdi and Mozart". In
	February, 2000, Camerata performed "Sacred Music of Our Time" which included Leonard Berstein's Chichester Psalms. In February, 2003, Camerata provided "Gabriel Fauré's Sacred Music" which included, Fauré's "Requiem". The building was constructed in 1902 and the architect was Alfred Granger.
	Saint Luke's Episcopal Church 939 Hinman Avenue, Evanston
			Construction on the St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Evanston began in 1906. The architect was John Sutcliffe. Construction was virtually completed shortly before World War I. Camerata performed only one concert in this church (November 1984) and it was entitled "From Haydn to Britten via Brahms".
	Church of St. Mary's 175 East Illinois Road, Lake Forest
	The Church of St. Mary in Lake Forest (Catholic) was dedicated in 1910. Camerata has performed only one concert in this facility (November 1989). It was entitled "In Praise of Music" and was a musical celebration honoring St. Cecilia, the patron saint of the organ. This was the first Camerata concert with Wayland Rogers as Music Director.
	A. T. Olson Chapel Trinity International University 2065 Half Day Road, Deerfield
			Trinity International University is associated with the Evangelical Free Church of America. Camerata performed only one concert at this facility (March, 1993) in conjunction with the Westminster Chamber Orchestra. The combined concert was included in Camerata's season subscription package.
	Church of the Holy Spirit Techny Towers 2001 Waukegan Road, Techny
	The Church of the Holy Spirit (Catholic) is the principal building in the Techny Towers complex which, although being managed by the Catholic Church, has become increasingly ecumencial in its mission. Camerata performed only one concert in this facility (November 1994). It was entitled "Music for a Cathedral" and this facility was
	perfect for the concert in that it closely resembles the baroque cathedrals of Europe. Sounds in this space resound for seconds allowing interplay of the past and the present.
	North Shore Unitarian Church 2100 Half Day Road, Deerfield
			The sanctuary of the North Shore Unitarian Church was completed in 1968 with Ron Dirsmith as the architect. This church served as the site for three Camerata concerts - February, 1997 - "Songs of Praise"; April, 2002 - "Sacred Concert"; and December, 2003 - "Christmas
	Journeys". The sanctuary is a treat for the eye and its fine acoustics give the ear an equally delightful pleasure.
	Congregation Solel 1301 Clavey Road, Highland Park
	Congregation Solel served as the concert site in February, 2001 when the Camerata Singers performed Ernest Bloch "Sacred Service" (Avodath Hakodesh). World famous cantor Ian Geller joined Camerata for this very moving presentation. This presentation was part of the Camerata season subscription.
	Chicago Congregation Sinai 15 West Delaware, Chicago
			Chicago Congregation Sinai served as the site in February, 2001 for a repeat performance of the Ernest Bloch "Sacred Service" (Avodath Hakodesh) concert. Cantor Ian Geller joined us again for an encore presentation of this concert. This presentation was not part of the Camerata season subscription and was directed toward a Chicago audience.
	Barat Chapel Barat College of DePaul 700 East Westleigh Road, Lake Forest
	Barat College Chapel served as the site for a Camerata Singers concert in November, 1998 when Camerata performed "Soli Deo Gloria" - a concert dedicated to the sacred music of Johann Sebastian Bach. A small chamber ensember consisting of members of Ars Viva joined us for this wonderful afternoon of music, which included a
	seldom heard Bach motet for double choir "Singet dem herrn ein neues Lied". Barat College was purchased by DePaul University in 2001 and they have announced the permanent closing of the institution. Other alternatives are being explored and Barat's fate is currently in limbo.
	St. James Lutheran Church 1380 North Waukegan Road, Lake Forest
			Saint James Lutheran Church has served as the site for one Camerata Singers concert (February, 2002). Entitled "Music of the Spirit", the concert featured "Psalms" by Lukas Foss. Pianist Celeste Rue joined our regular pianist, Janet Eckhardt, to provide the 4-hands accompaniment.
	Gorton Community Center 400 East Illinois Road, Lake Forest
	The Gorton Community Center has served as the site for two Camerata Singers concerts. In June, 1986 Camerata presented "Camerata Pops" and in February, 1987 Camerata presented "Music in the Time of Camerata" which featured "Historia di Jephte" by Carissimi.
	Northern Trust Company 265 East Deerpath, Lake Forest
			The Northern Trust Company of Lake Forest has long been a supporter of the Camerata Singers of Lake Forest. The lobby of the downtown bank (Deerpath Road and Bank Lane) is uniquely suited for a Camerata concert. The lobby is the size of a large living room and the interior
	architecture more closely resembles a stately home than an office building. The architect for the bank was Stanley Anderson. Camerata has held many concerts in this facility. It has also served as the concert site for several Camerata charity functions. One aspect of the "concert in the bank" that particularly delights our concert guests is being served champagne or wine from the teller's windows. Camerata is very grateful to the Northern Trust Company for their long-time support of our organization.
	Knauz Autopark Classic Car Showroom Route 41 and Route 176, Lake Bluff
			Knauz Autopark of Lake Bluff has for many years been an advertiser in our program brochure. While we were looking for an unusual venue to host a single-performance concert, we checked with William and Kim Madden about the possibility of having the concert presented in their classic car showroom. They very graciously agreed to
	host our "Love! Love! Love!" concert. The showroom is more than 10,000 square feet, but the lower ceiling and the ability to set-up the concert in a smaller section of the showroom added to the intimacy of the performance.
	The photo above shows that site setup for the concert. Knauz Motors positioned a number of classic and vintage cars strategically around the room to add to the excitement of the event. The acoustics were exceptionally good. In the photo at the right, Daniel Heiman, one of the Camerata Singers, is tuning his own harpsichord which he loaned Camerata for use in the concert.