by Evan Ibrahim
“I had never stood on stage before, let alone singing with 160 professionals, so I was pretty nervous,” admitted Joris Totte, of the Embassy of Belgium, singing on stage at the Kennedy Center as a part of the Choral Arts Society‘s Tuesday night concert of Christmas music and merriment – featuring Belgian Christmas carols and classic favorites.
The Society hosted this Belgian MidWinter Concert, followed by an after-party at the new Rivers at the Watergate, to gather a group of young leaders and professionals who support the arts to celebrate in song… and the spirit of the season. “It’s a great way for people to come together and network…and they all are out to support the arts, and that’s truly heartwarming,” said Elaine Maslamani, Choral Arts’ Young Patrons Steering committee chair.
Post concert, guests enjoyed wine from Notaviva Vineyards “Music Series,” which pairs wines with different types of music for atmosphere, feeling, and mood.
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