On Sunday, May 9, the Lucia Singers will present their annual Mother’s Day Concert. The concert will take place in Christ Chapel and will begin at 1:30 p.m.

Sixty-seven voices make up the women’s chorus, under the direction of Associate Professor of Music Patricia Snapp. The choir is accompanied by Junior Music Major and pianist Sam Grace.

“I absolutely love singing for Trish. Her love for singing and for people shines through all that she does. She truly cares about the choir, both on an individual level and as a group she can lead musically. She reminds us all to stop and enjoy the moment today, right now and to care for those who are around us. She believes in us as a choir and knows what we are capable of,” Senior Religion Major Kayla Nelson said.

In addition to this particular concert, the Lucia Singers typically perform at Christmas in Christ Chapel, Chapel services and a few other events off-campus as well.

“This concert is always a special one (and has become an annual tradition) for us because we are a women’s choir singing on Mother’s Day,” Snapp said.

“There is a special bond between mothers, daughters, aunts or grandmas, and we get to celebrate that,” Senior Elementary Education Major and Lucia Singer Chelsea Roberts said.

The concert will feature a wide range of musical selections by several composers, including works by Elaine Schram, L.V. Beethoven and a West-African playground song arranged by Felicia A.B. Sandler entitled “Sansa Kroma,” as well as several other compositions. It will conclude with the song “Seasons of Love” from the hit musical Rent.

“There will be a variety of songs, senior recognition and a solo by our wonderful accompanist. I think if you want to do something special for your mom instead of the traditional card or flowers, you should bring her to the concert,” Roberts said.

All are welcome to attend the concert on Sunday, May 9 at 1:30 p.m. in Christ Chapel. This event is free and open to the public.