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So Breaks the Sun

DATES: ​March 3 & 4, 2023
The world since March 2020 has challenged all of us. A global pandemic. National and international political conflict. Social reckoning. Climate disasters. The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay presents a concert that consoles our grief, and reminds us that by helping others, we can add hope and solace to the world. Our small acts of kindness shine light; when we act together, So Breaks the Sun.

Featuring works by Brahms, Price, Bonds, Boulanger, Lloyd and a new commission and world premiere of a new choral work The Journey by Joan Szymko. This new commission is made possible by a generous gift from Cynthia L. May, Esq.

Conducted by Matthew Abernathy with Rodney Shores on piano. 
Tickets are now only available at the door starting at 7pm, 1 hour prior to the concert.
Read our "Know Before You Go" section by scrolling down.
Tickets: ​$25 Adults, $15 Students
Concert Program
  • Florence Price: Resignation
  • Johannes Brahms: Warum ist das Licht gegeben dem Mühseligen? from Two Motets op. 74 no.1
  • David Conte: Invocation and Dance
  • Joel Thompson: Hold Fast to Dreams
  • Margaret Bonds: St. Francis Prayer
  • Joan Szymko: The Journey (World Premiere)
  • Lili Boulanger: Hymne au soleil
  • Shavon Lloyd: So Breaks the Sun
​Performances:
Friday, March 3, 2023 at 8:00 pm
Venue:
First Presbyterian Church 
701 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg
Complementary Valet Available beginning at 7pm

Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 8:00 pm 
Featuring USF Choirs
​Venue:
Concert Hall, University of South Florida 
​3755 USF Holly Drive, Tampa
Sponsors:
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Official Media Sponsor of The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay

Know Before You Go

  • Health & Safety: Face masks are optional for all patrons in accordance with CDC guidelines. For the CDC's guidance on masks, click HERE. We continue to monitor the latest COVID information and consult with a epidemiologist. If circumstances change, we will make any adjustments as necessary to keep each other healthy and safe.
  • Our performances are best enjoyed without interruption, as such please remember to silence your mobile devices prior to the performance. Also note our policy regarding very young children below.​
  • Children age 5 and younger are discouraged from attending as they find it difficult to sit quietly and can unexpectedly share their excitement and big feelings at inappropriate times. We thank you for understanding.​​

Accessibility
All performance venues and public event sites are equipped with access for individuals with limited mobility (including wheelchair users), access for people who are blind or have low vision, and most are equipped with assisted listening devices (transmit amplified sound via hearing aids, headsets or other devices).

St. Petersburg Performance

  • This concert will be recorded.​
  • Tickets will be available for purchase in advance online until 10am on March 3, 2023. After that point tickets will only be available for purchase at the door.
  • The Box Office will be open at the venue by 7:00 pm, 1 hour prior to the performance.
  • There is little to no seating available while you wait for the doors to open.
  • Tickets will be available at the door.
  • Complementary Valet Parking will be available starting at 7pm.
  • Arrive early to find street parking if you do not intend to use the valet service.​​

Tampa Performance

  • This concert will be recorded.​
  • Tickets will be available for purchase in advance online until 10am on March 3, 2023. After that point tickets will only be available for purchase at the door.
  • The Box Office will be open at the venue by 7:00 pm, 1 hour prior to the performance.​​
  • Tickets will be available at the door.
  • Parking is free after 7pm.
Sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the National Endowment for the Arts. With the Support of the Arts Council of Hillsborough County and the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners.