Songs to Lift Your Spirit

The Festival Singers of Orange County, led by Artistic Director Gary Toops and pianist Carol Roman presents an eclectic program of inspirational songs. It includes Gabriel Fauré’s Cantique de Jean Racine, Robert Ray’s He Never Failed Me Yet, John Rutter’s The Lord is My Shepherd featuring Melissa Carrigan on oboe and Ben E. King’s Stand by Me. Mezzo-soprano Lisa Naulls is the featured guest soloist. She is widely acclaimed for her beautiful rich voice and her exciting interpretations of spirituals and gospel music. She is joined by tenor Jason Francisco in The Prayer by Carole Bayer Sager.

Ms. Naulls has sung with symphony orchestras in Berlin, Hawaii and Vienna. She has been a featured soloist in Verizon Amphitheater, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Hollywood Bowl and Carnegie Hall; and has played leading roles in various operas. Following the concert is a reception with delicious desserts.