The Jacomo Chorale is pleased to announce the selection of Noila Ortega as accompanist for the Chorale.  Ms. Ortega holds a BA in Music focusing on Orchestra Conducting and Musicology from the University of Arts, in Havana, Cuba, and a Master in Arts Teaching from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Originally from Cuba, she moved to the United States in 2015 with her family. Her music career started when she was 7 years old with piano and music theory classes. Ms. Ortega has conducted in Cuba and Mexico and continues her performance career in the US. She also teaches music at Outreach Christian Education and plays the piano for ballet classes with the Kansas City Ballet.  She currently resides with her family in Kansas City.

Currently in its 41st season, the Chorale will present its fall concert “Come to the Music!” at 7 PM on October 28th at Colonial Hills Community of Christ, 3539 SW 7 Highway, Blue Springs.  Admission is free, donations are gratefully accepted.