The Wayne State University Concert Chorale has been invited to the prestigious International Festival of University Choirs, Universitas Cantat 2000 in Poznan, Poland, May 2-10, 2000. Professor Dennis Tini, chairman of the music department, will conduct the chorale.

On its European concert tour the Concert Chorale also will perform and record in Berlin, Germany.

Wayne State and the Adam Mickiewica University in Poznan are coordinating musical experiences for their students. On Sept. 23, 1999, the Adam Mickiewics University Chamber Choir from Poznan came to Wayne State for a performance and to share a rehearsal with Tini and music students.

The International Festival of Choirs is coordinated through the Adam Mickiewicza University.

Choruses from throughout eastern and central Europe participate in this annual festival, including ensembles from Czechoslovakia, Germany, Poland, Yugoslavia, Romania, Israel and France. The WSU Concert Chorale is one of two American choruses selected to perform.

The festival was created to bring together select choruses from around the world, offering students the opportunity to exchange artistic/educational experiences and share in the common language of music. Poznan is known as the capital of Polish choral music and is recognized as a cultural center throughout Europe.

The chorale is a select mixed choral ensemble from the department of music. It strives through its diverse and demanding repertoire to perform the highest possible quality of music in professional settings.

The chorale has performed and recorded in Europe and the United States, including featured performances with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra.

Now is an opportune time to show appreciation for music, the holidays and the students' efforts.

Tax deductible contributions will be greatly appreciated. They may be directed to:

Wayne State University Choral Division, Account number 444035.

Send to the attention of Professor Dennis J. Tini, Chairman, Department of Music, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI 48202

For additional information or assistance, please call (313) 577-1795