Shiloh Beaton of Belleville to perform at Detroit Opera House

On Sunday, Dec. 13, at 3 p.m. the Michigan Opera Theatre Children’s Chorus (MOTCC) will present A Winter Fantasy, the chorus’ first concert of the season on the main stage of the Detroit Opera House.
The MOTCC is an elite program of Michigan Opera Theatre which teaches advanced technique and theory to children while exposing young performers to a professional performance environment.
Of the 76 children in the 2015-16 chorus, Shiloh Beaton of Belleville will be performing on the main stage.
Head chorister Rachel Miltimore, a 10th grader from Bloomfield Hills, has been in the MOTCC for six seasons.
“Through this program I have learned about music theory, I have sung in four different languages and I have been able to cultivate my voice in a very classical way that will set me up for any musical career I may see for myself in the future.
“I am so grateful for this program. It has changed my life. I wish I could keep doing it forever!” Rachel said she is very excited about the upcoming concert.
“We have been working really hard on some beautiful and festive songs we can’t wait to share! I hope lots of people come to enjoy the concert,” she said.
The program features a variety of music, including folk songs, opera, and traditional holiday favorites. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. A silent auction and raffle begins at 3 p.m. with proceeds benefitting the chorus as well as enhancing the scholarship program. The auction features numerous sought-after items, including tickets to Michigan Opera Theatre performances, Red Wing and Pistons tickets, a raffle for a Detroit Tiger’s suite, and more.
Tickets are $30 for adults, $15 for ages 17 and under, and free for children 4 and younger. Tickets include the concert, strolling hors d’oeuvres, and dessert, and may be purchased in advance at www.michiganopera.org, or by calling (313) 237-7464. Tickets will also be available at the door.