2012-2013 Concert Series continues at First English Lutheran Church

First English Lutheran Church in Punxsutawney is proud to announce the second concert of its 2012-2013 Concert Series.   The IUP Sophomore Brass Quintet will present a holiday mix of traditional hymns and carols at the church, located at the corner of  Pine and Gilpin Streets in downtown Punxsutawney, beginning at 4:30 PM on Sunday, December 9, 2012.   Following the performance a reception coordinated by Chef  Martha Jo Rupert of the IUP Culinary School will permit the audience to greet the performers and continue the holiday spirit! The IUP Sophomore Brass Quintet features Jacob Dopp, trumpet; Mason Stiver, trumpet; Nathaniel Lease, trombone; Michael Heuft, horn; and Tashio Jefferson, tuba. Remaining events in the church’s 2012-2013 concert series include a concert by the Voices of Joy Gospel Choir in March or April, and a concert celebrating the Pentecost season by First English Lutheran Church’s own Gallery Choir, The First English Ringers handbell choir, and the adult recorder consort Flauto Dolce on Sunday, May 19th, 2013.  All concerts in this year’s series are offered at no charge to the community.   An offering will be accepted to help defray concert-related expenses.  The church is located at the corner of Gilpin and Pine Streets in downtown Punxsutawney.