Community Unites in Song at 350th Anniversary Concert

Patriotic and interfaith songs rang out from on Sunday, June 10, during the Milton 350th Anniversary Community Choir Concert.

A large community choir united for a selection of songs, while individual choirs also performed pieces.

An original work, entitled “Our Glorious Milton,” with words by Emma Jean Moulton and Brother Dennis Slaughter and music by Ralph Vaughan Williams was also performed.

The event was organized under the musical direction of George Ashur, Kevin Drake, Dr. Matthew Larson, Emma Jean Moulton, Joyce Painter Rice, Brother Dennis Slaughter and Peter Watchorn.

The faith communities that participated in the concert included Church of Our Savior, St. Michael’s, Temple Shalom, St. Agatha’s, St. Elizabeth’s, St. Mary of the Hills, First Parish in Milton, East Congregational, First Congregational and Parkway United Methodist.