Madrigal Chorale invites artists working in all media to showcase their work in conjunction with our Spring Concert on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Clarkston United Methodist Church. 

The theme this year is “The Road Home,” a journey along the many paths that lead us back to where we belong. From physical travels to emotional and spiritual returns, we seek art that will touch on the universal experience of searching for peace and comfort, an exploration of connection, belonging, and the heart’s true destination: home.

The exhibit will be curated by members of the Chorale, who are seeking art with a fresh and unique perspective, with excellence as the common thread. Madrigal Chorale events draw a metro-Detroit audience representing a broad spectrum of knowledge and appreciation of the arts. 30% of all proceeds from the sale of the artwork will benefit Madrigal Chorale.

Our collaboration between the visual and performing arts has been a great success with our audiences! A good percentage of the work displayed has been purchased. We will again offer a wide range of mediums and styles.

Exhibition Location: Clarkston United Methodist Church, 6600 Waldon Rd, Village of Clarkston, MI 48346

Reception

The opening reception of the Fine Arts Exhibition (open to the public) will be Saturday, May 17 from 6:30 until 7:30 pm, when the concert will begin. Each exhibiting artist and a guest will receive complimentary admission to the concert. General concert admission is $20.00 in advance and $25.00 at the door. The audience will be encouraged to vote for a “People's Choice Award* and continue browsing the exhibit during the intermission and after the concert.

Eligibility

The application deadline is midnight April 27, 2024. There is no application fee, but artists will be asked to provide standing easels to display their work and to arrange to have it dropped off at the church between 10-12 on the morning of the concert. Artists must arrange to pick up their work after the concert 

• Application open - immediately 

• To apply: https://form.jotform.com/230594370337861

• Questions may be directed to Betsy Marsh: marshmusic101@comcast.net

• Application Fee: None

• Criteria: Artwork will be chosen from submitted entries by a panel of Madrigal Chorale members on the basis of creative excellence and quality of execution. All works must be original.

• Notice of Acceptance: May 4

• Delivery Date:  May 17 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at Clarkston United Methodist Church

• Display: Artists must provide a standing easel to display their work

• Opening Reception: May 17, 6:30-7:30pm (no admission charge)

• Concert with 20 minute intermission: May 17, 7:30-9:30pm

• People's Choice Award: Winner will receive a gift bag and two 2025-26 Madrigal Chorale season tickets.

• Closing: May 17 (20 minutes after the concert ends)

• Pick-up Date: May 17 after the concert or email Betsy Marsh for alternative arrangements.

Madrigal Chorale looks forward, once again, to working with our wonderful Michigan artists!