71st ANNUAL WINTER CONCERT
Saturday, December 10, 2011, 7:30 p.m.    Colden Auditorium, Queens College     Martyrdom of the Maccabees Antonio Ciseri (1863) Handel's Judas Maccabaeus James John Music Director Enormously popular during Handel's lifetime, the oratorio Judas Maccabaeus is a powerful drama recounting the story behind the celebration of Hanukkah: the triumph of the Maccabean Revolt in the 2nd century B.C. and the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem.  Filled with magnificent choruses and arias, don't miss this opportunity to ring in the holidays and celebrate the Festival of Lights!

	71st ANNUAL SPRING CONCERT
Saturday, May 19, 2012, 8 p.m.    Colden Auditorium, Queens College    [directions] Brahms's Requiem Written with all humanity in mind, Brahms's Requiem is truly a sublime work, transcending cultural boundaries through music that is majestic, uplifting and deeply moving.  Come experience the beauty of one of the most beloved choral masterpieces of all time! QCCS is delighted to join forces with the Queens College Choir and Orchestra for this performance, forming a combined choir of more than 200 voices. James John, Music Director with the combined talents of the Queens College Choral Society, Choir and Orchestra