Orlando Choral Festival with Dr. Ryan Beeken & Kyle Pederson

This festival will feature the music of acclaimed composer Kyle Pederson, whose works explore themes of compassion, hope, human dignity, and our shared humanity. Under the artistic direction of Dr. Ryan Beeken, Director of Choirs at the University of Kentucky, participating choirs will collaborate in an immersive festival experience centered around the theme.

Rather than presenting a traditional featured-composer concert, Kyle Pederson’s music will serve as the artistic anchor of the festival while each participating ensemble contributes a work that reflects the festival’s central themes. Thoughtfully interwoven throughout the program, these selections will create a cohesive concert experience that celebrates both individual expression and collective artistry.

This festival is most suitable for high school, community, and collegiate singers. The event’s compact rehearsal schedule allows for additional exploration time in Orlando and Central Florida through a customized pre- or post-tour curated specifically to each participating ensemble’s interests and travel goals.