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The Scene was our Illinois arts & culture podcast through 2017. Rachel Otwell curated the podcast which provided full-length stories and follow-ups, links to other reports, and conversations with you.This podcast contained a range of stories from the world of arts & culture, from visual art to Springfield's DIY music scene, to profiles of interesting local characters. The podcast was about what makes artists tick, and the diverse culture that exists within our community.

Springfield Choral Society To Perform Bach's 'Mass in B Minor'

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Rachel Otwell
Published May 5, 2016 at 3:45 PM CDT
springfieldchoralsociety.org
flyer for the event

There will be a rare performance of Bach's Mass in B Minor in Springfield this Saturday. It's being performed by the Springfield Choral Society as part of the Liturgical Arts Festival of Springfield. Details regarding the time and location of the performance are in the flyer above. Marion van der Loo is the conductor of the group, she joined us to preview the event:
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Rachel Otwell
Rachel Otwell of the Illinois Times is a former NPR Illinois reporter.
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