When venturing out of my Bethlehem apartment, I discovered that the town of Bethlehem is full of artistic interests. The first interesting find is the Bethlehem Bach Choir. Founded in 1898, it is the oldest Bach choir in America. Musical America has this quote about the choir: “Having heard the Bethlehem Bach Choir pour its heart into the master’s vocal music, one will never listen to it in quite the same way again.”
The present 95 volunteer members “sing with dedication and enthusiasm of the Bach Choir of a century ago.” The concerts feature a full professional orchestra and world renowned soloists. When living in your Bethlehem apartment be sure to check out this fascinating group for musical inspiration.
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Once settled into your Bethlehem apartment, the artist in you will have to visit the Banana Factory. This dynamic cultural arts center includes three galleries, 28 resident artists, a glass works studio (the only one in area), The Olympus Digital Imaging Center, and the Fowler Arts and Education Center.
The main objective of the Banana Factory is to make the arts accessible to everyone. The cultural center offers art education classes and programs for area schools. Explore your creative side by taking one of the 200 plus visual arts classes or workshops offered throughout the year. A children’s summer camp is also available.
If you are a film fanatic, living in your Bethlehem apartment will be a wondrous move, for the SouthSide Film Festival community is right around the corner. The Third Thursday Film Club is a communal event designed to bring awareness to independent films. The screenings are free and usually feature well-crafted documentary works not presented in movie theaters. Films are usually shown at the Victory Firehouse on Webster Street. The organization also features an annual art festival and benefit parties, a great excuse to get out of your Bethlehem apartment and join the community. Visit the website for more info on parties, films, artists, and the 2011 Film Festival.
Are you an amateur or professional photographer? Why not join the Lehigh Valley Photography Club? They meet at the Banana Factory, right near your Bethlehem apartment, and offer photo-inspiration assignments to club members. The intent of the club is for people in the Lehigh Valley community to share their work, meet each other, and discuss photo experiences. The LVPC is a member of the Photographic Society of America. Visit here for more information on the club.
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