What do drinking songs, choral music, and ale have in common? The singers of Chicago a cappella invite you to find out at Half Acre Beer Co., on Thursday, February 13th at Drink ‘N’ Sing. The event will feature an informal performance of songs from Chicago a cappella’s performance repertoire, plus drinking songs, a guided sing-along, and, of course, beer!
Highlights of the evening include:
- A Guided Sing-Along: Chicago a cappella will lead attendees in high-spirited sing-alongs intermixed with brief performances by the ensemble.
- Pay-What-You-Can Tickets: This special event is open to everyone! Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tickets are available on a pay-what-you-can pricing structure. See details here.
- Please note: A $35 or above ticket purchase will include one complimentary drink ticket. A $50 ticket purchase will include two complimentary drink tickets.
- Great for Beer Enthusiasts: Beer lovers will enjoy the combination of music and the vast beer offerings from Chicago staple Half Acre Beer Co, home and creator of the beloved Daisy Cutter Pale Ale!
- Connect with musicians and fellow music lovers: If you are curious about what classical musicians are like “in the wild,” this is an event not to be missed!
Details:
Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025
Time: Access to the event space will open at 7:30 PM
Location: Half Acre Beer Co., 2050 W. Balmoral Ave. Chicago, IL 60625
Age: All ages welcome, anyone under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian with a ticket.
Duration: Approximately 90+ minutes
SEATING AND TABLES
This is a casual, general admission event. There will be limited table and seating space, but some patrons may need to stand throughout the event.
DINNER AND DRINKS
You may buy food in the main restaurant and eat there before the event, or you can order food from the bartender in the event space. (Note the kitchen closes at 8:00 PM.)
MUSIC SELECTIONS
Sing-along selections may include:
Wimoweh (Mbube)
Solomon Linda and the Evening Birds (1939) by Solomon Linda (additional words and music by Ronnie Gilbert, Lee Hays, Fred Hellerman, and Pete Seeger)
O Happy Day
Edwin Hawkins Singers (1968) by Edwin Hawkins, arr. Sinozich
Don’t Worry
Be Happy Bobby McFerrin (1988)
by Bobby McFerrin, arr. Kirby Shaw
The Wellerman
Traditional
Irish Tune from County Derry (Oh Danny Boy)
Percy Grainger (arr. Edwards)
Selections from the Beer Hymnal
Performance selections may include:
- Beati Quorum Via
- Charles V. Stanford
- Crossing the Bar
- Rani Arbo
- Blue Skies
- Irving Berlin arr. Jennings/Miller
- Every Day (I Have the Blues)
- Memphis Slim/Peter Chatman, arr. Langford
About Chicago a cappella:
What would happen if you brought together a small group of fiercely talented singers and celebrated every genre of music imaginable with equal passion and commitment?
Ten singers with amazing voices, magnetic personalities, and true love for ensemble singing, bringing creative concert experiences that make connections and inspire both awe and laughter.
Since the birth of the ensemble back in the early 90’s, we have traveled the country, worked with amazing guest artists, won awards for our CDs, and made thousands of friends in the process.
But there’s more. Chicago a cappella isn’t just an ensemble. It’s an entire organization dedicated to furthering the art and appreciation of ensemble singing. ¡Cantaré! Chicago brings an artist from Mexico to be composer-in-residence in Chicago schools. HerVoice mentors and promotes emerging women composers in the art of a cappella choral music.
The joy of ensemble singing is for everyone. We want you to be a part of it too.