A Serbian choral group
A unique choral event later this month will offer a glimpse into Serbian music and culture.
Over the Memorial Day weekend, St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church in Steelton will host the Serbian Singing Festival, celebrating 100 years of Serbian choral music in North America.
The program, called “A Century of Song,” will bring together vocal ensembles for a National Concert at the Forum Auditorium, along with live music, dancing and community events open to everyone at St. Nicholas Church.
“Serbian choral music expresses the richness of the Christian faith interwoven with the heartbeat of Serbian melody,” said Fr. Christopher Rocknage.
The festival offers more ways to explore Serbian culture beyond the choir concert. Each day features a gala, featuring traditional food, drinks, dancing and fellowship.
“I am so excited to host this festival and concert, not only for the international Serbian community, but for our local Harrisburg area community as well,” said Andreja Rocknage, festival committee chair. “I love sharing our culture and heritage, whether through song, dance or food—all of which we will have this Memorial Day weekend.”
Festival Schedule
May 22 to 24
Friday, May 22
All at St. Nicholas Church
- 5 p.m.: Doors open for Welcome Dance
- 6 p.m.: À la carte kitchen opens
- 7 to 9 p.m.: Buffet dinner (additional cost)
- Musical entertainment by local ensemble Sviraj
Saturday, May 23
All at St. Nicholas Church, except Choral Concert
- 1 p.m. (The Forum Auditorium): Choral concert
- 6 p.m. Doors open for Saturday Dance; à la carte kitchen opens
- 7 to 9 p.m.: Buffet dinner (additional cost)
- Musical entertainment by local ensemble Sviraj, Pobeda of Pittsburgh, and Bozo Matovic
- Specialty premium cocktails and professional photo booth available
Sunday, May 24
All at St. Nicholas Church
- 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy
- 12 p.m. Buffet Brunch (additional cost)
- 2 p.m. a la carte kitchen opens
- Musical entertainment by Sviraj
Admission is $10 per event, with food and beverages available for purchase. Buffet dinners are at an additional cost. For more information, contact St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church or follow event updates on social media.
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