On January 26, 2022

‘Uplifting Guitar Hymns’ CD release concert and fundraiser

Sunday, Jan. 30 at 2 p.m. — RUTLAND — A CD release concert and fundraiser for Grace Congregational Church’s mission and service programs will be held on Sunday, Jan. 30 at 2 p.m. in the sanctuary.

Ron Pulcer and guest musicians will perform selections from Ron’s new album, “Uplifting Guitar Hymns,” which was recorded at Grace Church. The album includes 18 hymns, spirituals and religious songs, and features instrumental finger-style guitar arrangements by Pulcer.  Guest musicians include Marina Smakhtina (cello, guitar), Linda MacFarlane (dulcimer, guitar) and Phil Henry (djembe, guitar).

A free will offering at the concert will be given to the mission and service committee at Grace Church, which in turn supports local non-profits.  Additionally, a portion of CD sales after the concert will be shared with the mission and service committee.  A member of the committee will speak to concert audience about the committee’s programs and plans. For more information, visit gracechurchvt.org or call 802-775-4301. Keep up to date and follow Grace on Facebook: @GraceChurchVT.

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