The Saints come back

Following successful concerts held in 2007, 2008 and 2009, the popular 'Saints' ensemble returns this November for their much awaited performance "Renaissance IV".

Choral group 'Saints'

The choral group is made up of members who attended "Saints" schools during their respective academic years from which the title of the Choir naturally evolved. In precise four part harmony they have brought back beautiful musical memories to their captive audiences, through their renditions of a collection of perennial favourites interspersed with more recent hits, and a few popular Sinhala songs as well.

This year, the group will once again come together at their performance "Renaissance IV" which will be held on November 7th at the Lionel Wendt Auditorium, and continue to enthrall their loyal fans, with a brand of choral music that is unique and distinctive. Led by Josephian Suren Abeysekera who also conducts performances, the 1st Tenors are Sebastianite Carlo Fernando, Antonian Priyanke Perera and Gladwyn Ramanathen from St. Benedict's College. The 2nd Tenors comprise Josephians Russell Gomesz and Allan Perera, and Benedictines

Denzil Perera and Placidus Gomez.

The 1st Bass is sung by Benedictine Nalake Fernando who incidentally is the President of the "Saints", and also includes Kenneth Pereira from St. Mary's College and Janith Abeysekera from St. Joseph's. Providing the deep 2nd Bass to the choir is Benedictine Bosco Fonseka who is the music Director for the Choir, ably supported by Thomian Rohan Fernando. A special feature of this year's performance is the opportunity provided for two groups of young musicians, namely DVRTH which is a threesome of lasses from the hill capital, and the Lawrencian Choir from St. Lawrence's College, who will perform Guest spots during the evening. As in previous years, this year too the 'Saints' will ensure that they perform their share of responsibility to the less fortunate, by donating part of the proceeds realised from the performance to "Achievers" which is a School for differently abled children.