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<strong>Promised</strong><br />
<strong>Peace</strong><br />
THE UNIVERSITY CHORALE AND CREDO<br />
SPRING TOUR <strong>2023</strong>
THE UNIVERSITY CHORALE AND CREDO<br />
SPRING TOUR <strong>2023</strong><br />
<strong>Promised</strong> <strong>Peace</strong><br />
DR. KENT WALTERS, CONDUCTOR<br />
Songs selected from the following:<br />
Exultate Deo (Psalm 81:1) Aless<strong>and</strong>ro Scarlatti (1660-1725)<br />
Alleluia<br />
Elaine Hagenberg<br />
Lyrics by St. Augustine (354-430)<br />
TRUE STORY<br />
Sanctus Hyun Kook (b. 1967)<br />
(From Missa Brevis for Vocal Ensemble)<br />
Ave Verum Corpus (K. 618) Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)<br />
Stay With Us (Luke 24:29) Egil Hovl<strong>and</strong> (1924-2013)<br />
(From Captive <strong>and</strong> Free)<br />
TRUE LOVE<br />
God So Loved the World Bob Chilcott (b. 1955)<br />
<strong>The</strong> Glory of the Father<br />
Egil Hovl<strong>and</strong><br />
O Nata Lux Morten Lauridsen (b. 1943)<br />
Festejo de Navidad<br />
Believer (2017)<br />
Daniella Flores Alvarez, guitar<br />
Br<strong>and</strong>on Cunningham, Emily Denbow, Britt Parkinson, percussion<br />
OFFERING<br />
Cade Popkin, beatbox<br />
Herbert Bittrich (Peru)<br />
Lyrics by Alfredo Ostoja (1941-1990)<br />
Dan Reynolds, Wayne Sermon, Ben McKee, Daniel Platzman,<br />
Justin Trantor, Mattias Larsson, <strong>and</strong> Robin Fredricksson<br />
Arranged by Paul Langford<br />
Bumble Bee Anders Edenroth (b. 1963)
ELUSIVE PEACE<br />
Abendfriede Josef Rheinberger (1839-1901)<br />
No. 5 from Im neuen Frühling, Op. 52 Lyrics by Friedrich Rückert (1788-1866)<br />
Loch Lomond Traditional Scottish (1841)<br />
Arranged by Jonathan Quick<br />
Caleb V<strong>and</strong>erMaas, tenor <strong>and</strong> Britt Parkinson, tenor<br />
A Boy <strong>and</strong> a Girl Eric Whitacre (b. 1970)<br />
Poem by Octavio Paz (1914-1998)<br />
Over the Rainbow Harold Arlen (1905-1986)<br />
(From <strong>The</strong> Wizard of Oz) Lyrics by E. Y. Harburg (1896-1981)<br />
Arranged by Pentatonix<br />
Ukuthula: An African Prayer for <strong>Peace</strong><br />
PROMISED PEACE<br />
Emily Denbow, soprano <strong>and</strong> Joy Green, soprano<br />
Traditional Zulu Gospel<br />
Arranged by André van der Merwe<br />
It Is Well With My Soul Phillip Bliss (1838-1876)<br />
Lyrics by Horatio Spafford (1828-1888)<br />
Arranged by McKay Crockett<br />
Walk Together, Children<br />
Will the Circle Be Unbroken<br />
My Good Lord’s Done Been Here<br />
An Irish Blessing<br />
Joy Green, Riley Christensen, Emily Denbow, soloists<br />
OPTIONAL SELECTIONS<br />
Emily Denbow, soprano <strong>and</strong> Caleb V<strong>and</strong>erMaas, tenor<br />
Traditional Spiritual<br />
Arranged by Moses Hogan (1957-2003)<br />
Traditional Appalachian<br />
Arranged by J. David Moore (b. 1962)<br />
Lyrics by Betsy Rose, Cathy Winter, <strong>and</strong> Marcia Taylor<br />
Traditional Spiritual<br />
Arranged by André J. Thomas (b. 1952)<br />
Traditional<br />
Arranged by James E. Moore
TRANSLATIONS<br />
Exultate Deo, Aless<strong>and</strong>ro Scarlatti<br />
Exultate Deo adjutori nostro.<br />
Alleluia.<br />
Jubilate Deo Jacob.<br />
Sing for joy to God our strength.<br />
Alleluia.<br />
Shout aloud to the God of Jacob.<br />
—Psalm 81:1<br />
Sanctus, Hyun Kook<br />
Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus<br />
Dominus Deus Sabaoth.<br />
Pleni sunt caeli et terra gloria tua.<br />
Hosanna in excelsis.<br />
Benedictus qui venit in nomine Domini.<br />
Holy, holy, holy<br />
Lord God of Hosts.<br />
Heaven <strong>and</strong> earth are full of your glory.<br />
Hosanna in the highest.<br />
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.<br />
—Isaiah 6:3; Psalm 118:25-26<br />
Ave Verum Corpus, W. A. Mozart<br />
Ave verum corpus,<br />
natum de Maria virgine:<br />
vere passum, immolatum<br />
in cruce pro homine,<br />
cujus latus perforatum<br />
fluxit aqua et sanguine:<br />
esto nobis praegustatum,<br />
in mortis examine.<br />
Hail true body,<br />
born of the Virgin Mary:<br />
Who truly suffered <strong>and</strong> was sacrificed<br />
on the cross for the sake of humanity,<br />
from whose pierced side<br />
flowed water <strong>and</strong> blood:<br />
be for us a foretaste of heaven,<br />
in the trial of death.<br />
—Eucharistic Hymn, 14th century<br />
O Nata Lux, Morten Lauridsen<br />
O nata lux de lumine,<br />
Jesu redemptor saeculi,<br />
dignare clemens supplicum<br />
laudes preces que sumere.<br />
Qui carne quondam contegi<br />
dignatus es pro perditis.<br />
Nos membra confer effici<br />
tui beati corporis.<br />
O Light born of Light,<br />
Jesus, redeemer of the world,<br />
with lovingkindness deign to receive<br />
the praises <strong>and</strong> prayers of your supplicants.<br />
You who once deigned to be clothed in flesh<br />
for the sake of the lost,<br />
grant us to be members<br />
of your blessed body.<br />
—Anonymous Hymn, 10th century
Abendfriede, Josef Rheinberger<br />
Die Schwalbe schwingt zum Abendliede <strong>The</strong> swallow soars for its evening song<br />
sich auf das Stänglein unterm Dach, to the perch under the roof,<br />
in Feld und in der Stadt ist Friede, peace lies over the fields <strong>and</strong> in the town,<br />
Fried ist im Haus und im Gemach. peace is in the house <strong>and</strong> in the room.<br />
Ein Schimmer fällt vom Abendrote<br />
leis in die stille Straß’ herein,<br />
und vor’m Entschlafen sagt der Bote,<br />
es werd’ ein schöner Morgen sein!<br />
A shimmer from the sunset<br />
falls softly into the quiet street,<br />
<strong>and</strong> before dying away the messenger says,<br />
it will be a beautiful morning!<br />
—Friedrich Rückert<br />
Ukuthula: An African Prayer for <strong>Peace</strong>, André van der Merwe<br />
Ukuthula!<br />
Kulomhlabawezono.<br />
Igazi likaJesu linyenyez’:<br />
Ukuthula!<br />
Usindiso!<br />
Ukubonga!<br />
Ukukholwa!<br />
Ukunqoba!<br />
Induduzo!<br />
Ukuthula!<br />
We find peace!<br />
In this sinful world,<br />
Through the blood of Jesus:<br />
We find peace!<br />
We are saved!<br />
We are filled with gratitude!<br />
We will trust!<br />
We will conquer!<br />
We are consoled!<br />
We find peace!<br />
—Traditional Zulu Gospel
THE UNIVERSITY CHORALE AND CREDO<br />
THE UNIVERSITY CHORALE is a select choral ensemble that performs a variety of choral literature from Renaissance to<br />
contemporary genres including gospel <strong>and</strong> spirituals. <strong>The</strong> <strong>Chorale</strong> focuses on the expression of beauty in choral artistry,<br />
combining musicianship <strong>and</strong> servant hearts for the glory of God <strong>and</strong> the consequent joy of both singer <strong>and</strong> audience. In recent<br />
years, the <strong>Chorale</strong> has toured in Europe, Florida, the East Coast <strong>and</strong> the Midwest. For more information on the <strong>Chorale</strong> or to<br />
support this tour go to cornerstone.edu/chorale.<br />
CREDO is a select small ensemble that specializes in sacred <strong>and</strong> secular a cappella music. <strong>The</strong> group enjoys an eclectic<br />
repertoire from Renaissance madrigals to contemporary popular songs, including hymn arrangements <strong>and</strong> vocal jazz. Whether<br />
on the concert stage or singing in a worship service, <strong>Credo</strong> (Latin for “I believe”) strives for excellence with the goal of glorifying<br />
God through music.<br />
SOPRANO<br />
ALTO<br />
TENOR<br />
BASS<br />
Lydia Bryant<br />
Valparaiso, Ind.<br />
Elementary Education<br />
Kaia Beebe<br />
Traverse City, Mich.<br />
Worship Arts (Vocal)<br />
Br<strong>and</strong>on Cunningham<br />
Jenison, Mich.<br />
Worship Arts (Guitar)<br />
Jonathan Brouwer<br />
Byron Center, Mich.<br />
Psychology<br />
Riley Christensen<br />
Stanton, Mich. +<br />
Music Education (Vocal)<br />
Kendall Bills<br />
Washington Twp, Mich. *<br />
Worship Arts (Vocal)<br />
Cory Mitchell<br />
Allendale, Mich.<br />
Finance<br />
Levi Hope<br />
Holl<strong>and</strong>, Mich.<br />
Audio Production<br />
Emily Denbow<br />
Allendale, Mich. + *<br />
Music Education (Vocal)<br />
Maria Florez Alvarez<br />
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala<br />
Worship Arts (Vocal)<br />
Britt Parkinson<br />
Hale, Mich. + *<br />
Commercial Music (Vocal)<br />
Benjamin Minier<br />
Johannesburg, Mich.<br />
Exercise Science<br />
Joy Green<br />
Wheaton, Ill. *<br />
Worship Arts (Vocal)<br />
Reese Laansma<br />
Hudsonville, Mich.<br />
Worship Arts (Vocal)<br />
Clayton Switzer<br />
Byron Center, Mich. +<br />
Commercial Music (Vocal)<br />
Cade Popkin<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong>ville, Mich.<br />
Music Production<br />
Bergen Lindahl<br />
Fargo, N.D.<br />
Social Work<br />
Anna Morris<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong> Rapids, Mich. *<br />
Graphic Design<br />
Andrew Steudle<br />
Caledonia, Mich.<br />
Business Marketing<br />
Adam Rasmussen<br />
Traverse City, Mich. + *<br />
Business Marketing<br />
Jaclyn McGraw<br />
Dekalb, Ill.<br />
Digital Media<br />
Sydney Rotman<br />
Burnips, Mich.<br />
Business Marketing<br />
Siyabulela (Paul) Tyaliti<br />
Mthatha, S. Africa<br />
Mathematics<br />
Kylie Yates<br />
Lake Orion, Mich.<br />
Elementary Education<br />
Elaiyna Schwartzkopf<br />
Midl<strong>and</strong>, Mich.<br />
Communication<br />
Caleb V<strong>and</strong>erMaas<br />
Jenison, Mich.<br />
Music Education (Vocal)<br />
Cora Yoder<br />
Hesston, Kan.<br />
Accounting<br />
Lindsey V<strong>and</strong>erPloeg<br />
Byron Center, Mich.<br />
Worship Arts (Vocal)<br />
* Section Leader | + Member of <strong>Credo</strong>
THE CONDUCTOR AND PIANIST<br />
DR. KENT WALTERS, D.W.S.<br />
Professor of Music<br />
Director of Music Programs<br />
<strong>and</strong> Choral Studies<br />
Along with directing the <strong>University</strong> <strong>Chorale</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Credo</strong>, Dr. Kent Walters, director of music programs<br />
<strong>and</strong> choral studies, also teaches Advanced Conducting, Ear Training <strong>and</strong> Vocal Diction at <strong>Cornerstone</strong><br />
<strong>University</strong>. He earned the Doctor of Worship Studies degree from the Robert E. Webber Institute<br />
for Worship Studies in Jacksonville, Fla., <strong>and</strong> the Master of Music degree in choral conducting from<br />
Michigan State <strong>University</strong> under Dr. Charles Smith. He received his B.A. in secondary music education<br />
from Calvin College, <strong>and</strong> a diploma in music ministry from the Gr<strong>and</strong> Rapids School of the Bible<br />
<strong>and</strong> Music.<br />
Dr. Walters also serves as a member of the faculty <strong>and</strong> Director of Alumni Activities for the Robert<br />
E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies, where he teaches Worship Practicum, edits <strong>and</strong> publishes<br />
Anamnesis: the IWS Newsletter <strong>and</strong> the Webber Quote of the Week, <strong>and</strong> plans bi-annual post-graduate<br />
seminars in worship taught by leading scholars from around the world.<br />
DEBORAH ALLEY<br />
Staff Accompanist<br />
Deborah Alley received a Bachelor of Music in piano performance from <strong>Cornerstone</strong> <strong>University</strong>,<br />
where she is currently staff accompanist <strong>and</strong> piano instructor as well as the accompanist<br />
coordinator for the Music Department. Deb is also a choral accompanist at Jenison High School in<br />
Jenison, Mich.
THE UNIVERSITY CHORALE AND CREDO<br />
SPRING TOUR <strong>2023</strong><br />
CONCERT SCHEDULE<br />
FRIDAY, MARCH 17<br />
10:30 a.m.<br />
Kalamazoo Christian High School<br />
2121 Stadium Drive | Kalamazoo, Mich.<br />
SATURDAY, MARCH 18<br />
5 p.m.<br />
St. Johns Lutheran Church<br />
300 Jefferson St. | Algonquin, Ill.<br />
stjohnsalgonquin.org<br />
SUNDAY, MARCH 19<br />
10:30 a.m. — Worship Service<br />
3 p.m. — Concert<br />
New Covenant Church<br />
1 Bunting Ln. | Naperville, Ill.<br />
newcovenantnaperville.org<br />
MONDAY, MARCH 20<br />
10:30 a.m.<br />
Minooka Community High School<br />
301 S. Wabena Ave. | Minooka, Ill.<br />
SUNDAY, MARCH 26<br />
5 p.m.<br />
Wayl<strong>and</strong> Christian Reformed Church<br />
303 E. Elm St. | Wayl<strong>and</strong>, Mich.<br />
wayl<strong>and</strong>crc.org<br />
SUNDAY, APRIL 23<br />
4 p.m.<br />
Matthews Performing Arts Center,<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong> Rapids <strong>The</strong>ological Seminary<br />
3000 Leonard ST. NE | Gr<strong>and</strong> Rapids, Mich.
Music at <strong>Cornerstone</strong> <strong>University</strong><br />
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS<br />
+ Commercial music<br />
+ Music<br />
+ Music: worship arts<br />
+ Music education<br />
+ Music production<br />
SCHOLARSHIPS<br />
Both music majors <strong>and</strong> non-music majors<br />
are encouraged to apply.<br />
Scholarship Auditions: March 24 & April 21<br />
Learn more at cornerstone.edu/audition.<br />
SUPPORT CU CHORALE TOUR<br />
Give Online: cornerstone.edu/chorale<br />
Give by Mail: (make checks payable to <strong>Cornerstone</strong> <strong>University</strong>)<br />
<strong>Cornerstone</strong> <strong>University</strong> Advancement: <strong>Chorale</strong> <strong>Tour</strong><br />
1001 E. Beltline Ave NE<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong> Rapids, MI 49525<br />
DISCOVER MORE ABOUT MUSIC AT CU!<br />
cornerstone.edu/music
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Get a virtual tour of campus at<br />
cornerstone.edu/tour.<br />
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MORE IS<br />
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