Walnut Ridge, Ark. – The Northeast Arkansas Chorale is set to share the spirit of the season with its annual Christmas concert, “The Arrival,” on Monday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. The event will be held in Manley Chapel on the campus of Williams Baptist University.
Program Highlights
The concert will feature the Arkansas premieres of two new works. Composer Christian Fortner’s piece, also titled “The Arrival,” will be performed with piano and cello accompaniment. The second premiere, “No Wind at the Window,” arranged by Patrick Coyle, will be accompanied by piano and oboe.
Traditional favorites will also fill the program, including “O Come, All Ye Faithful,” “The First Noel,” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.” The audience will be invited to join a sing‑along of Handel’s famed “Hallelujah” chorus, creating a communal worship experience.
Male Chorus Selections
The Northeast Arkansas Male Chorus will add depth to the evening with performances of Robert H. Young’s “Who Is He in Yonder Stall?” and the winter‑themed “See Amid the Winter’s Snow,” arranged by Dan Forrest.
Ticket Information
General admission is $10 per person, with a $20 cap per family, making the concert affordable for households. Williams Baptist University students may attend free of charge, and faculty and staff are welcomed at a capped rate of $10.
Trent Broussard, director of the Northeast Arkansas Chorale, leads a community ensemble of singers drawn from across the region. The group’s mission is to provide high‑quality choral music while fostering fellowship among families and faith‑based communities.
Community Impact
Beyond the music, the concert offers a family‑friendly gathering that reinforces the town’s tradition of celebrating the holidays together. Local residents are encouraged to bring friends and neighbors, strengthening the bonds that make Walnut Ridge a close‑knit community.
For more details, visit the Northeast Arkansas Chorale’s website or contact the university’s events office.
Original reporting: NEA Report (Jonesboro) — read the source article.
