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Biennial Concert Returns on March 23
The Sacred Music Concert returns on Sunday, March 23 to celebrate the Easter season. This year's event will begin at 3:00 p.m. in the City Hope Church Auditorium and feature the Centralia Philharmonic Orchestra, Mathew Webster, conductor and the Centralia Choral Society, Lynda Marshall, director.
The performance will include a wide variety of instrumental and vocal sacred music from traditional to contemporary settings including: "Hymn to Freedom", "Amazing Grace", "River Songs", "Oh Happy Day" and "He Never Failed Me Yet." Morgan Isaiah will be joining the orchestra as a vocal soloist. The concert is admission free with a free-will offering taken. City Hope Church is located at 1000 E. Third St. in Centralia.
Concert Celebrated the Holidays
The Holiday Festival Concert returned to the beautifully decorated City Hope Church Auditorium on Saturday, December 7 for its 64th edition as the Centralia Philharmonic Orchestra and Centralia Choral Society came together with holiday music from around the world to celebrate the season. Attendees enjoyed complimentary refreshments and entertainment in the church's cafe area prior to the performance.
American Spirit Opens Season
The Centralia Philharmonic Orchestra launched its 64th season on Sunday, October 20 at City Hope Church Auditorium with "American Spirit: A Musical Tribute." It was a patriotic start as America was celebrated through its music. Special guests included Centralia native and retired President's Own Marine Band member Jay Niepoetter as clarinet soloist and Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Marcus Holland as narrator for a piece entitled "Within These Hallowed Halls." The Centralia Choral Society joined the Orchestra for this event. Additional events include the Holiday Festival Concert on December 7, the return of the Sacred Music Concert on March 23 and a new edition of the Coffee & Donuts Concert on Mary 10. More information about each event is available on the Events page.
Orchestra Thanks 2023-2024 Sponsors at Luncheon
The Centralia Philharmonic Orchestra hosted a Sponsor Luncheon to thank those who supported the Orchestra during the 2023-2024 season. The afternoon included a welcoming and recap of the recently completed season by Board Representative Leila Crain and President Mike Loomis as well as a look at the new season with conductor Mathew Webster. Entertainment was provided by Cynthia Spencer, harpist and oboist with the Orchestra.
Mathew Webster (R), Orchestra Conductor, was joined at the luncheon by Maryann Langenfeld, a 2023-2024 Season and Event Sponsor.
Mike Loomis (R) of the Centralia Philharmonic Orchestra accepts a sponsorship check from Vicki Sledge of Midland States Bank.
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital was a 2023-2024 Season Sponsor of the Orchestra. Pictured are: Damon Harbison (L), President of SSM St. Mary's Hospital along with Leila Crain and Mike Loomis of the Orchestra.
2023-2024 Sponsors attending the luncheon (L to R): Lorraine Bassett, Maryann Langenfeld, Viki Oliver Loomis, Lucille McLaughlin, Dr. Lyle Pahnke, Paulette Pahnke, Julianne Boltz, Joan Beguelin, and Andrew Miller of Crain, Miller & Wernsman, Ltd. Not able to attend: Sandra Beguelin, Damon Harbison, and representatives of Midland States Bank and Jackman's Fabrics.
Season & Event Sponsor
Maryann Langenfeld
Season Sponsor
Conductor Level Sponsors
Joan Beguelin
Marvin Miller of Crain, Miller & Wernsman
Performer Level Sponsors
Lorraine Bassett Sandra Beguelin Viki Oliver Loomis
Supporter Level Sponsors
Julianne Boltz Jackman’s Fabrics Damon Harbison
Lucille McLaughlin Midland States Bank
Dr. Lyle and Paulette Pahnke
2023-2024 Sponsors