Posted on Friday, November 22, 2024
The spirit of the season will come alive through music and verse at “Sounds of the Season,” a collaboration between Musical Theatre, Music and Spiritual Life. The concert will be on Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 7 p.m., in Callaway Auditorium.
This festive and meaningful program will combine holiday classics with poetry and scripture readings centered around peace. Highlights include beloved songs like “Carol of the Bells” and “The First Noel.”
The performers include the LC singers, the new 17-member LC faculty/staff choir and readers from both on and off campus.
Freshman Alexa Fontanez, a member of the LC Singers, said singing stems from a lifelong passion.
“I participated in the choir throughout high school, and that was something I did not want to stop doing in college,” she said. “I love this group of singers at LC because we all help each other. It's amazing to be part of this community.”
One of the poignant features of the evening will be the lighting of the Advent wreath. During the reading of an old Spanish carol by freshman Solomon Morgan, President Susanna Baxter and local schoolchildren will participate in the ceremonial candle lighting.
“This collaboration brings a special tone to our holiday celebration,” said Theatre Arts Professor Kim Barber Knoll. “With the beautiful integration of music and poetry, we've created something truly unique for the community.”
Choir Director and LaGrange College alumna Alyese Cross ’14 finds meaning in leading this concert at her alma mater.
“I have thoroughly enjoyed being able to be back in my element,” Cross said. “Participating in the choir was one of my favorite memories from my time as a student at LaGrange College, and I thoroughly enjoyed all the music and performances surrounding the Christmas season. So, to be back now as the choir director has been such a blessing and an enjoyable experience.”
“Music and poetry have a beautiful way of touching our hearts and transforming how we see the world,” said Chaplain and Director of Spiritual Life the Rev. Ashley Jenkins ’08. “Through carefully selected poems, verses and moving melodies, ‘Sounds of the Season’ invites the community to discover the heart of Christmas—finding the lost, healing the broken and bringing peace through music.”
LaGrange College is celebrating #GivingTuesday on Dec. 3. Donations to the college made for the Global Day of Giving will benefit student scholarships, campus resources and other opportunities. An anonymous donor has also pledged to match gifts, doubling the value of all contributions. Anyone wanting to participate can go to l0jb.kongtiao11.com/givingtuesday.
Football
The Panthers finished their season with a 6-4 (6-2 USAS) record after beating Southern Virginia on Saturday, Nov. 16. This win marks the most single-season victories since 2008 (9-2) and the most LC USA South Conference wins.
Graduate student Desmond Fogle was named USA South’s Defensive Player of the Week and earned a spot on the First Team All-Conference. Also joining Fogle on the First Team is junior Deon King Jr.
Freshman Ched Smith was named USA South’s Defensive Rookie of the Week for the second time and earned a spot on the Second Team All-Conference. Also joining Smith on the Second Team are senior Jasharie Anderson, sophomore Jacob Brim, junior Ashton Bryant, senior Goldman Butler VI, junior Brandon Matson and sophomore Keyon Stoutemire.
Freshman Mychal Stillwell was named USA South’s Offensive Rookie of the Week for the third time and also received national recognition in the D3football.com Team of the Week.
Head Coach Wes Dodson was named Coach of the Year.
Senior Denver Griffis was named to the All-Sportsmanship Team.
Junior Jaylan Harris earned an honorable mention from the conference.
Men's Basketball
Following a 2-0 weekend against Millsaps and Welch at the Huntingdon Classic Nov. 15-16, LC’s record sits at 2-2. The Panthers will have their home opener against Brevard on Monday, Nov. 25, at 5 p.m.
Women's Basketball
The Panthers finished their SAA/CCS Classic 1-1 against Berry and Sewanee Nov. 16-17, bringing the record to 2-2. The team will play at home against Oglethorpe on Tuesday, Nov. 26, at 6 p.m.
(Please note that schedules may change due to circumstances beyond our control. Please check www.lagrangepanthers.com to confirm.)
Monday, Nov. 25 – Men’s Basketball (Home) vs. Brevard, 5 p.m., Mariotti Gym
Tuesday, Nov. 26 – Women’s Basketball (Home) vs. Oglethorpe, 6 p.m., Mariotti Gym
LaGrange College’s Wes Dodson named USA South Coach of the Year, LaGrange Daily News, Nov. 20
LaGrange Academy grad Connor Roberts is making a name for himself on the Formula 4 circuit, LaGrange Daily News, Nov. 19
Category: Students, Community, Arts and Culture
Keywords: Music, Writing
