The Hesston College music department will present a concert with performances by Bel Canto Singers, Chorale and the Concert Band at 7:30 p.m. March 29 in the Hesston Mennonite Church sanctuary.

The program, entitled “A Jocular Journey: Music on the Lighter Side,” will feature classical works from the year’s repertoire, as well as more modern and secular pieces, including a comedic work and the famous Beatles hit “Blackbird.”

“Our work generally focuses on sacred repertoire,” said music faculty member Bradley Kauffman. “This concert is a chance for the choirs and concert band to present some of our favorite pieces from the year and to explore some secular content.

More than 60 students make up the groups that will be performing. Kauffman conducts Bel Canto Singers and Concert Band. Ken Rodgers is the conductor for Chorale.

“The audience can expect a more light-hearted approach than we sometimes employ,” said Kauffman. “I hope this concert will appeal to students and community members alike.”

Following the concert, Hesston College Alumni and Church Relations will host a reception with light refreshments in the Hesston Mennonite Church Community Center. The concert and reception are free and open to the public.

Located 30 miles north of Wichita, Hesston College is the two-year liberal arts college of Mennonite Church USA.