4-04-2019 10:28am

Saline High School Choir Tours Prague and Austria Over Spring Break

39 members of the Saline High School choir toured Prague and Austria during spring break, delighting audiences at world-famous venues.

The choir performed at St. Nicholas Church in Prague, the Salzburg Dom in Salzburg, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral in Vienna. They also had the chance to sing during impromptu performances in the Melk Abbey and the Mondsee Cathedral, where the Sound of Music wedding scene was filmed.

“Students performed in these historical buildings with gorgeous acoustics that brought our favorite composers, like Mozart and Hadyn, to life,” vocal music teacher Sarah Price said. “We had an incredible time!”

Much of the itinerary included musical landmarks like Mozart’s birth house in Salzburg, Hadyn’s home in Eisenstadt, the Vienna State Opera House, and sites from the Sound of Music.

“So much laughter and fun was had by all singers and chaperones, and the cultural and musical rewards opened up our worlds,” Price said.

Price thanked the chaperones for their assistance during the trip. She also said that Witte Travel and Tours provided great care. She also thanked the Saline Music Boosters, Saline Area Schools, and families and friends who supported the trip.

“We were proud to represent Saline abroad and share our voices with the world,” Price said.