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Gallery: Department of Music performs annual Christmas Vespers

December 9, 2019 by David Mitchell

The Department of Music held its annual Christmas Vespers entitled “Hope of All the World” at First Baptist Church Abilene on Sunday night. Students and members of the Abilene community came together in a night of music, poetry and prayer, reminding them of the birth of Jesus.

The flute ensemble plays to begin the Vespers. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Members of the chamber orchestra warms up their instruments. (Photo by David Mitchell)
The bass section plays along with the orchestra. (Photo by David Mitchell)

Members of the community sing along to a Christmas carol. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Dr. Amanda Pittman, assistant professor of Bible, Missions and Ministry, reads a Bible verse. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Associate Professor and Frazer Chair for Church Enrichment Dr. Carson Reed teaches a lesson from scripture. (Photo by David Mitchell)

Dr. Jeffery Goolsby, conductor of the A Capella Chorus and University Chorale, directs the choir in a hymn. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Dr. Steven Ward, conductor of the brass ensemble and chamber orchestra, leads the congregation in a Christmas carol. (Photo by David Mitchell)
The A Cappella Chorus sings in front of stained glass windows at First Baptist Abilene. (Photo by David Mitchell)

The percussion section waits to play. (Photo by David Mitchell)

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About David Mitchell

My name is David Mitchell, and I am a senior psychology major from Dallas, Texas. I have always had a passion for photography and videography, and enjoy sharing my perspectives with others.

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