Apr 28, 2013 | This Week, Upcoming Events
The Freudig Singers of Western New York
The Freudig Singers, under the direction of Roland Martin
Friday, May 3, at 7:30 p.m.
The Trinity Series, “beautiful music in a beautiful space,” continues on Friday, May 3, 2013 at 7:30 p.m., with a performance by the The Freudig Singers of Western New York, under the direction of Roland E. Martin. Join this talented chorus and guest soloist Marina Laurendi for a Spring Fling featuring songs from Broadway and Hollywood (and everywhere in between). The program includes selections from Mame; Bye, Bye, Birdie; Aida; and Hello, Dolly! as well as other showtunes that are certain to get your toes tapping and your spirits soaring with some of the finest choral music Buffalo has to offer. Don’t miss this evening of fun! Tickets at the door are $15 for adults, $13 for students. Discounted tickets are available at the special rate of $10 each or two for $15, if purchased in advance. Tickets will be available after weekend Masses or by calling 716-837-4552.
Apr 4, 2013 | Upcoming Events
Greeter Vera Andrew and Docent Judy Casassa (right) welcome the
first visitors to 2012 Sacred Sites Open House.
Church Tours Showcase Faith, Art, and History
Saturday, May 18: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 19: 12:00 Noon – 2:00 p.m.
On May 18 and 19, 2013, Blessed Trinity will participate in the New York Landmarks Conservancy’s Third Annual Sacred Sites Open House Weekend, and we invite you to experience our house of worship as a repository of faith, art, and history. Click HERE for information on our Landmark edifice and what you can expect if you visit us from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, or 12:00 Noon – 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 19. Other members of the Buffalo Alliance for Sacred Places will also be participating at the times listed below:
The Buffalo Religious Arts Center, 157 East Street, will open to the public from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. on both days. Call 716-481-2350 for information.
Docents will greet visitors to the Chapel at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Delaware Avenue and West Delavan Avenue, on Saturday and Sunday from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Additional information at: 716-885-1600.
First Presbyterian Church, One Symphony Circle, will be open for tours from 10:00 a.m. – 2 p.m. on both days. For information, call 716-884-7250, Ext. 11.
Corpus Christi R. C. Church, 199 Clark Street, will be open for tours on Saturday from 12:00 Noon – 2:00 p.m. On Saturday at 11:00 a.m., Henry Swiatek, a specialist in church painting and restoration, will give a presentation in the chapel on the significance of recently restored murals in this space. The chapel is located in the former convent building on Clark Street, to the right the church. Call 716-896-1050 for information.
Mar 13, 2013 | Upcoming Events
Photo credit: Ray Ordinario
Blessed Trinity is currently recruiting additional docents to assist with its May Sacred Sites Open House, upcoming tours, and promotion of our unique edifice as a cultural tourism destination. The first of two volunteer training sessions will take place on Saturday afternoon, April 13, beginning at 2:30 p.m. in the parish hall located behind the church at 317 Leroy Avenue and concluding by 4 p.m. with a walking tour of the church. The date and time of the follow-up session will be scheduled to accommodate participants. You may register for the April 13 session by calling the church office at 716-833-0301 or leaving your contact information HERE. Please specify “Docent” as the Subject of your message. To read more about the church’s outstanding architectural features, click HERE or view “Our Beautiful House of Worship” video HERE.
Feb 26, 2013 | Upcoming Events
The Villa Maria Choral, under the direction of Ireneusz Lukaszewski
Sunday, April 21, 2013 at 3:00 p.m.
The Villa Maria Chorale
The Trinity Concert Series, “beautiful music in a beautiful space …,” presents a performance of Karl Jenkins The Peacemakers. Captivating melodies honoring inspirational figures (including Mahatma Gandhi, Nelson Mandela Martin Luther King, Jr., Mother Teresa) whose voices changed the world. A free will offering will be taken.
Welshman Karl Jenkins is one of the most prolific, popular and performed composers in the world today. He has been credited with transcending all boundaries – musical, geographic and cultural – in his style and integrity.
His 2011 composition, “The Peacemakers,” continues a theme of music in the celebration of peace by paying tribute to inspirational figures who have shaped history with their wisdom or resolved social or political issues in a peaceful way. These messengers include such iconic figures as St. Francis of Assisi, Anne Frank, Mahatma Ghandi, Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King, Mother Theresa, and the Dalai Lama.
Drawing from two of the world’s great faiths, Christianity and Judaism, Jenkins cites passages from the Bible. He uses quotes from the Qur’an and the Baha’i faith. In the song “Fanfara” the word “peace” is sung in 21 languages. All this is set on a musical background that hints at their origins and culture: African rhythm and harmony in “Let there be justice for all”; the Indian flute imitated in “I offer you peace”; echoes of the blues of the American South in “He had a dream”; monastic chant in “Let there be justice for all”; and echoes of Celtic drums and pipes in “Healing Light.”
The diversity of his melodies in “The Peacemakers” is a compelling and moving testament to the ethos of the work, summarized in the words of the 13th century Persian mystic poet, Rumi: “All religions, all singing one song: Peace be with you.”
The Villa Maria Choral , the “Choir in Residence” at Villa Maria College, has made an impact on the Western New York community since the choir’s debut in 1984. Founded by the Felician Sisters who were renowned for their musical leadership at Villa Maria College, the choir has developed from a small group of students to its current community-based membership. Their unique style and blend of voices has been the result of the masterful instruction and direction of award-winning director, Ireneusz Lukaszewski. Having won numerous awards with his choirs in Europe, Professor Lukaszewski has brought his knowledge and experience to the American musical milieu with his work with the Villa Maria Chorale. Together they have developed a rich repertoire of choral music from Palestrina and Vivaldi to contemporary works of Rutter, Lloyd Webber and Karl Jenkins, and have chosen Welsh composer Jenkins’ The Peacemakers as their major work this year. The choir has traveled well beyond the Buffalo area, performing in several famous European shrines and participating in choral festivals in Europe and Canada. It also instituted an artistic and cultural exchange program that brought many choirs, conductors and individual performers from Europe to our community.
Singing for Joy
Friday, May 3, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.
The Freudig Singers of Western New York are Singing for Joy under the direction of Roland E. Martin. Join this talented chorus — a Blessed Trinity favorite — as they perform popular works guaranteed to put a spring in your step and joy in your heart.
The Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts
Sunday, June 2, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. (Rescheduled from February 3, 2013)
The Academy Chorus, under the direction of Frank Scinta, presents a wide selection of early music, modern songs, spirituals, folk melodies, and hymns. Come and be amazed by the talent of these young performers from our community.
Feb 11, 2013 | Upcoming Events
The Villa Maria Choral Sunday, April 21, 2013 at 3:00 p.m.
Experience the Villa Maria Choral under the direction of Ireneusz Lukaszewski. Founded at Villa Maria College in 1984, the Chorale strives to life up to the musical standards of excellence for which the Felician Sisters have been recognized. A perfect way to celebrate the Easter season!
Singing for Joy Friday, May 3, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.
The Freudig Singers of Western New York are Singing for Joy under the direction of Roland E. Martin. Join this talented chorus — a Blessed Trinity favorite — as they perform popular works guaranteed to put a spring in your step and joy in your heart.
The Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts Sunday, June 2, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. (Rescheduled from February 3, 2013)
The Academy Chorus, under the direction of Frank Scinta, presents a wide selection of early music, modern songs, spirituals, folk melodies, and hymns. Come and be amazed by the talent of these young performers from our community.
Jan 15, 2013 | Upcoming Events
February 3, 2013 Performance Cancelled.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, The Academy Chorus of The Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts will not be able to perform their much-anticipated concert at Blessed Trinity on Sunday, February 3, 2013. The concert has been re-scheduled at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 2, 2013. The next concert in the Trinity Series will feature:
The Villa Maria Chorale Sunday, April 21, 2013 at 3:00 p.m.
Experience the Villa Maria Choral under the direction of Ireneusz Lukaszewski. Founded at Villa Maria College in 1984, the Chorale strives to life up to the musical standards of excellence for which the Felician Sisters have been recognized. A perfect way to celebrate the Easter season!
Singing for Joy Friday, May 3, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.
The Freudig Singers of Western New York are Singing for Joy under the direction of Roland E. Martin. Join this talented chorus — a Blessed Trinity favorite — as they perform popular works guaranteed to put a spring in your step and joy in your heart.
The Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts Sunday, June 2, 2013 at 3:00 p.m.
The Academy Chorus, under the direction of Frank Scinta, presents a wide selection of early music, modern songs, spirituals, folk melodies, and hymns. Come and be amazed by the talent of these young performers from our community.
