CLAREMONT — The Hope Haitian Children’s Choir will give a free concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 9 at Calvary Baptist Church in Claremont.
“Amazing,” “so inspiring,” “what beautiful children,” and “what beautiful voices,” are some of the comments heard after most every concert by Hope Haitian Choir. This non-traditional choir, made up of 15 young people ranging in age from 7 – 17, are touring the eastern U.S. this summer, sharing their joy in a variety of venues and churches.
The Hope Haitian Choir began six years ago, with a new group of children taking part each summer. Their exceptional voices, combined with energized dancing, effectively communicate a message of hope, according to a press release from the Claremont Christian Academy. Though many of these young people come from “very difficult circumstances” in their home country of Haiti, they demonstrate a buoyant spirit which finds its source in their genuine faith, all according to the press release.
Under the direction of Barb House of Boothbay, Maine, the choir has sung at Christian conventions in Haiti, on radio and television stations, at the Rotunda in the Capitol Building in Washington D.C., at the Liberty Science Center in New Jersey, and a variety of both indoor and outside venues.
All are invited to be a part of their special experience as they travel and share their music.
Calvary Baptist Church is located at 97 Maple Ave., Claremont. Admission is free; an offering will be taken to help with the choir costs as well as fund projects in Haiti. CDs and other items will be sold as well.
For more information, call (603) 542-9600 or visit the choir and ministry website at www.hopehaitian.com.
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