As busy as this time of year is for Chorus Director Mr. Jason Falkolfsky, it is also the most wonderful time of the year. For Mr. Falkolfsky, he sees his young men bring smiles to people’s faces, and he couldn’t ask for more. Whether the piece is “Mary had a Baby” or “Have a Holly Jolly Christmas,” the Saint Ignatius Chorus, the a capella ensemble, and the Cat-o’-Tonics do it for the greater glory of God.
“It is my way of expressing season’s greetings to everyone,” said senior 4th year chorus member Tyler Tagliaferro. He went on to say, “From traveling to nursing homes to going to venues like the Botanical Gardens, it’s a pleasure to bring people our gift to them.”
The Saint Ignatius Chorus has had quite a busy month, as they began December with a “bang.” The Chorus ‘Cats traveled to Kent State University to sing with the KSU Gospel Choir. From the soul piece “Great Gittin’ Up Morning” to songs from the heart like “Total Praise,” the Wildcats and Golden Flashes united for a special night at Kent State. Earlier that week, the Saint Ignatius Cat-o’-Tonics began their Christmas season music the earliest they ever had with a concert at Assumption Parish. The excellent a capella group performed at the West Side Market, the Winter Open House, the Botanical Gardens, and Normandy Manor Nursing Home also in the month of November. They joined forces with the “a capella ensemble,” a group that allows anybody who would like to sing in any class year a chance to participate, on Thursday night. The groups held their annual “A Capella Christmas” at the Breen Center with pieces like “Little Saint Nick,” “Blue Christmas,” “Ave Maria,” and so many, many more. The final performance for the chorus before break is the singing of the Food Drive Liturgy on Saturday which will begin at 8:30 am in Saint Mary’s Chapel. It’s important to remember the talents and efforts of these men during this most joyous time of year. Whether it’s singing for the elderly, or proclaiming the message of our Savior to those walking around the West Side Market, the musical men at Saint Ignatius High School have represented West 30th and Lorain very well.
