Holiday Magic Concert Mesmerizes Over 1,000 Attendees at NIC Schuler Auditorium
COEUR d’ALENE, ID – The spirit of the holiday season resonated through the halls of Schuler Auditorium at North Idaho College (NIC) during the recent Holiday Magic Concert presented by the Coeur D’Alene Symphony Orchestra and Chorale CDA. The evening was further enriched by the addition of an illuminating pre-concert education lecture titled “Dialogues with Danh,” delivered by the esteemed Dahn Pham, Music Director of the CDA Symphony.
The concert, held in collaboration with the Chorale Coeur d’Alene, witnessed a spectacular turnout, with an impressive gathering of more than 1,000 attendees filling the auditorium to capacity. One of the highlights of the night was the engaging interaction between the audience and the talented performers. The Chorale CDA captivated the audience with their celestial voices, enveloping everyone in a joyous sing-along experience. Simultaneously, the CDA Symphony contributed to the festive ambiance by playing a festive Christmas season medley, infusing the auditorium with the spirit of the holidays.
Adding to the enchantment of the evening was the special participation of the Center Valley High School Chamber Orchestra from Spokane, WA. Their pre-concert performance in the lobby set the tone for the rest of the evening, stirring the hearts of all attendees from the moment they entered Boswell Hall.
Testimonies from these attendees truly captured the essence of the night, stating:
“I absolutely loved it!! It made me proud to hear and see such excellence here in Coeur d’Alene. My spirits soared. Dr. Pham is amazing. I love the explanations. It helps in interpreting the music and hearing the difference. I was enthralled watching all the musicians tease their instruments to sing. I am new at this so I am excited to begin my journey.”
“Wow, such a grand event last night! We were marveling at the assembling of so many talented citizens and how energizing the program was. Please relay our appreciation and admiration to all the participants. We were both touched.”
“This really was an excellent concert. The symphony gave a strong performance, the chorale was fantastic, and the sing-a-long energized the audience. I got great feedback from friends who attended “Wonderful!” “Wow” “Magical” and more happy exclamations. Folks are looking forward to next year.”
The “Holiday Magic” Concert proved to be a resounding success, leaving a lasting impression on all those who attended. The Coeur D’Alene Symphony extends their heartfelt gratitude to the performers, sponsors, donors, and the community for making this magical evening possible. For more information about upcoming events and performances by the Coeur D’Alene Symphony Orchestra or if you wish to contribute, your support in the form of donations would be greatly appreciated. Every donation the symphony receives aids in the advancement and sustainability of the arts in Coeur d’Alene, further enriching our community for generations to come.