MidAmerica Nazarene University
Department of Arts and Humanities Presents
MNU Choirs:
A Thousand Tongues
Bell Cultural Events Center
— September 28, 2025 — 3:30 PM
MidAmerica Nazarene
University Heritage Choir
MidAmerica Nazarene
University Symphonic Choir
Dr. Christopher M. Smith, conductor
Sarah Noé, accompanist
HERITAGE CHOIR
“Jesus Paid It All” from Four-part
Hymns: A Cappella, Vol. II
Elvina M. Hall
(1820–1889)
John T. Grape
(1835–1915)
arr. Jay Rouse
Matthew Omundsen,
soloist
Psalm 16 (My Refuge)
Craig Courtney
(b. 1948)
Selections from Messiah,
Part II, HWV 56
George Frideric Handel
(1685–1759)
Surely, He hath borne our griefs
And with His stripes we are healed
“Ubi caritas” from Quatre Motets sur
des thèmes grégoriens, Op. 10
Maurice Duruflé
(1902–1986)
Where charity and love are, God is there.
Christ’s love has gathered us into one.
Let us rejoice and be pleased in Him.
Let us fear, and let us love the living God.
And may we love each other with a sincere heart.
Amen.
The Word Was God
Rosephanye Powell
(b. 1962)
SYMPHONIC CHOIR
“Behold the Lamb of God”
from Messiah, Part II, HWV 56
George Frideric Handel
(1685–1759)
Come, Thou Fount
Of Every Blessing
Robert Robinson
(1735–1790)
arr. Mack Wilberg
(b. 1955)
“All Good Gifts” from Godspell
Stephen Schwartz
(b. 1948)
arr. John Leavitt
(b. 1956)
Brennan Frye,
soloist
O For a Thousand Tongues
Charles Wesley
(1707–1788)
arr. Christopher M. Smith
MNU Choirs
Ezekiel Albertson
Isabella Almeida
Chloe Ashley
Chesney Bailey
Ryan Beasley*
Dominic Beving*
Simon Boles
Colton Buell*
Mary Burr*
Erin Butler
Lacey Buxton*
Abigail Campbell
Donald Chambers
Dejah Colding
Daniel Coleman*
Michael Coleman
Brent Crites*
Ethan Curtis
Faith Demlow
Harley Duffield
Gracelyn Duncan*
Monet Edwards
Nicole Elkins
Samantha Elkins*
Anna Emch*
Timon Emch
Emma Erickson*
Emanuel Escobar*
Zuleima Escobar
Jarethzy Espinal
Amaya Estes
Russell Ferguson
Brennan Frye*
Abigail Funk
Samuel Funk*
Aidyn Garrison
Ashton Gleaves
Sophia Gliser*
Kendall Hawes*
Akela Hawkins
Elissa Hinojos
Luke Hooker
Danielle Hougland
Brooklynne Hunt*
Kayla Johnson
Oliver Kelly
Grant Kennedy*
Naomi Lamer*
Asa Light*
Aliza Marinelarena
LeAnne Matthews
Mya Meinke*
Zack Midyett
Regan Miller
Caden Mitchell*
Carter Mitchell
Kristanna Moore
Ashlee Morey
Aubree Morgan
Noah Murdock
Chester Oberg
Samuel Olson*
Matthew Omundsen*
Ella Owen
Kaylee Papon*
Hannah Peck
Lindsey Peterson*
Kaitlin Pine
Josiah Robinson*
Franely Rodriguez
Brianne Roehm
Martina Royer
Amillya Sizemore
Alexis Skramstad
Hudson Slayden
Hadley Speicher*
Grace Stroh
Jaidyn Tabony
Olivia Thompson*
Evan Tschetter
Danielle VanSlyke*
Carter Veach
Peter Vessey*
Gregory Whetstone
Eli Whitacre*
RebeccaSue Wiles
Madison Williams
Alexis Wood
Elizabeth Yeley*
Catherine Yoksh*
*Heritage Choir Member
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UPCOMING PERFORMING ARTS EVENTS
MNU Performing Arts:
Homecoming Collage Concert
October 3, 2025 at 7:00pm
MNU Theatre:
Live Clue
October 25, 2025 at 3:30pm
MNU Theatre:
Improv Show
October 25, 2025 at 7:30pm
MNU Theatre:
Freaky Friday
November 13-15, 2025 at 7:30pm
MNU Jazz Ensemble:
Java Jazz
November 18-19, 2025 at 7:30pm
MNU Theatre:
Student Directed One Acts
November 21-22, 2025 at 7:30pm
MNU Chamber Orchestra Concert: Pops and Praise
November 23, 2025 at 3:30pm
MNU Theatre:
Improv Show
December 4, 2025 at 7:30pm
MNU Festival of Christmas
December 6, 2025 at 6:00pm
December 7, 2025 at 3:30pm
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GO TO BELLCENTER.MNU.EDU OR CALL THE BOX OFFICE AT (913)971-3636
MidAmerica Nazarene University
Our Mission: A transformative university that nurtures Christlike community,
pursues academic excellence, and cultivates a passion to serve.
Our Vision: To impact the world for Jesus Christ through servant leaders
recognized for their excellence, integrity, and spiritual vitality.
