AfterGlow Chorus

Harmony with Meaning

Purple Reign - A Tribute to Prince & His Music

An exuberant 10th-anniversary tribute celebrating the genius of Prince

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​Close your eyes and imagine the soaring heights of an amazing choir meeting the electric soul of Minneapolis. Ten years after his passing, AfterGlow Chorus invites you to Purple Reign—an exuberant, high-energy tribute that honors the genius of Prince and the diverse musical genres that shaped his soul.

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The Experience: Prince famously refused to be contained by a single style. In that same spirit, Purple Reign is a sonic journey that bridges the gap between the sanctuary and the stadium. From the legendary pop hooks of "Purple Rain" and "When Doves Cry" to the transcendent choral beauty of Moses Hogan and Adolphus Hailstork, this program is a vibrant tapestry of R&B, Gospel, Classical, and Jazz.

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"There are moments when the harmony is so pure it feels like the air in the room changes. AfterGlow doesn't just perform; they create an atmosphere you never want to leave." — Recent Concert Attendee

Program Highlights

• Prince's Greatest Hits: Soul-stirring choral arrangements of 7, Little Red Corvette, When Doves Cry, and a show-stopping finale of Purple Rain.

• Classical Masterpieces: Experience the profound depth of Moses Hogan’s Abide with Me, Betty Jackson King’s Psalm 57, René Clausen’s Prayer, and Adolphus Hailstork’s Crucifixion.

• Gospel Depth: The soulful depth of Richard Smallwood’s Total Praise

• Soulful Spirituals:  The roof-raising power of Hogan's My Soul's Been Anchored in the Lord.

• Jazz Elegance: A sophisticated rendition of Duke Ellington’s Come Sunday (arr. Greg Murai).

Why Attend?  Whether you are a lifelong "Purple One" devotee or a lover of elite vocal arrangements, this concert offers something rare: a space where Prince's innovatigve "Minneapolis Sound" meets the "AfterGlow Sound." This isn't just a tribute; it’s a musical homecoming. Join us as we mark this 10th anniversary with joy, excellence, and exuberant song.

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Concert Details

• 📅 Dates: Sunday, April 19, 2026 & Saturday, April 25, 2026

• 📍 Location: St. Paul's Episcopal Church Oakland​