Choral artistry with a purpose.
The Road Home: Celebrating American Choral Composers brings together music that reflects the extraordinary breadth of the American choral tradition, spanning centuries, styles and stories.
From the early American sounds of William Billings to the spiritual traditions represented by R. Nathaniel Dett and William L. Dawson, the program travels through the music of Amy Beach, Samuel Barber, Alice Parker, Randall Thompson, Morten Lauridsen, Stephen Paulus, Jake Runestad and others. Along the way, familiar melodies such as Shenandoah and The Road Home explore themes of faith, longing, hope, belonging and the places, both physical and emotional, that call us home.
The program will also feature Craig Hella Johnson’s choral arrangement of Dolly Parton’s Light of a Clear Blue Morning. Written by Parton during a time of personal transition, the song looks beyond difficulty toward hope and the promise of a new beginning. Its message feels especially poignant following the loss of Parton this week, and Caritas is honored to include her unmistakably American voice among the composers and songwriters celebrated in this concert.
Join Caritas A Cappella Ensemble for an evening that traces the many paths of American choral music and reminds us that, across generations and traditions, music has a remarkable way of leading us home.
Saturday, September 26 at 7 p.m.
Christ Church Charlotte
1412 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC
We sing for
love and charity
Caritas A Cappella Ensemble promotes and presents outstanding choral performances in the Charlotte region, with a primary focus on a cappella music, while supporting the work of worthy social service non-profits.
2026 Concert Season Schedule
En français:
A French Choral Journey
Caritas presents a luminous program of French and French-inspired choral music spanning over five centuries. From the impressionistic harmonies of Duruflé and Debussy, to the rich lyricism of Lauridsen, this program explores the evolution of voice, language, and expression. Sacred works meet playful and poetic chansons, revealing the full spectrum of human experience.
Saturday, May 9, at 7:30 p.m.
Trinity Presbyterian Church, Charlotte
A Celebration of
American Composers
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with Caritas in a program honoring the rich and varied tradition of American choral music. From beloved folk songs and spirituals to masterworks by some of the nation’s most compelling composers throughout history, this concert reflects the voices, stories, and soundscape that have shaped America’s musical identity.
Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
Christ Episcopal Church, Charlotte
Christmas
with Caritas
A delightful holiday concert where traditional melodies blend seamlessly with modern arrangements in a captivating a cappella performance. From cherished classics to fresh renditions, experience the magic of the holidays brought to life through the power of vocal harmony. Join us for musical journey celebrating the warmth, joy, and traditions of Christmas.
December 2026, Date TBD at 7:30 p.m.
Christ Episcopal Church, Charlotte
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