All three levels of South King County’s Rainier Youth Choirs will perform during their Earth, Wind & Fire concert 7 p.m. on March 23 at Kent United Methodist Church. Most selections in this concert deal with one aspect of the theme, Earth, Wind & Fire, and represent a wide variety of genres and styles.

“I’ve lost count of the number of times singers and adults have said how much they love the slate of songs we’re performing this time,” commented RYC Artistic Director, Leora Schwitters. “New audience members will be incredibly impressed with the artistry displayed by each of the groups. I imagine that when most people think of kids singing, they don’t expect much actual musicality to be evident. Those people will be in for a pleasant surprise!”

Bella Voce, the youngest RYC group, opens the program with a couple of upbeat contemporary pieces. Colla Voce, the RYC mid-level group, has several songs from different countries showing off their musicality and great part singing. Consonare, the mixed voice high school and college age ensemble, has the most diverse set, including selections by Grieg and Schumann, contemporary songs, a traditional spiritual song, and a rousing rendition of “Hail Holy Queen” from Sister Act.

The concert finale combines all groups on Harry Belafonte’s “Turn the World Around,” made famous on the Muppet Show.

Tickets purchased in advance at www.RainierYouthChoirs.org are $12 for adults and $10 for seniors/students. Tickets are also available at the door for $15/$12. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the 7 p.m. concert. Attendees are also encouraged to bring nonperishable food donations for the Kent Food Bank.

Kent United Methodist Church is located at 11010 SE 248th St.