music and dance
An impromptu comment left by Joyce DiDonato on an astonishing youtube video she encountered received an almost immediate reply: “Thank you! We’re huge fans!”
“We should do something together!” she immediately replied, in awe of what she heard of these four singers recorded in a stairwell.
Happily, "Kings Return” said “YES".
Join us for an extraordinary musical celebration this holiday season with "KINGS ReJOYCE!" Experience the magic of multi-Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato joining forces with the sensational four-voice vocal group, Kings Return. This special Holiday program promises a delightful blend of sacred and secular repertoire, celebrating the unique way vocal music brings us home for the holidays. Alongside the brilliant pianist Craig Terry, immerse yourself in the joy of the season as you are uplifted by timeless classics and contemporary favorites. Say “YES” to this incredible vocal feast for the Holidays: it’s sure to become an instant classic.
Kings Return, comprised of Gabe Kunda, Vaughn Faison, J.E. McKissic and Jamall Williams, is a Dallas-based a cappella group born by accident in 2016 after first singing together for Gabe’s college graduation recital. Their popularity grew when they began posting videos to social media from the stairwell where they rehearsed. Amassing nearly 10 million views across all platforms, they have been recognized by artists and brands such as Emily King, Anita Baker, Anthony Anderson, Joyce DiDonato, Apple, NPR, Dallas Morning News and so many more.
Grammy Award-winning pianist and arranger Craig Terry enjoys an international career regularly performing with the world’s leading singers and instrumentalists. Currently Craig serves as Music Director of the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center at Lyric Opera of Chicago, after having served for eleven seasons at Lyric as Assistant Conductor.
Joyce Website: https://joycedidonato.com
Kings Return Website: https://www.kingsreturnmusic.com