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Inspirata Music
An auditioned ensemble dedicated to bringing choral excellence to sacred music.
Please join us in welcoming our newest alto to the the Inspirata family, Camille Skye!! Those of you who have sung with Camille are already familiar with her incredible musicianship and warm personality. We are so fortunate to have her join us for the 2025-26 season!![]()
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Camille Skye is delighted to join Inspirata and make music alongside its community of gifted musicians! Camille is a classically trained vocalist often praised for her expressiveness and versatility across a wide range of styles. She serves as a Music Coordinator at Highland Park United Methodist Church, where she leads worship weekly both as a soloist and in ensemble settings. In addition to her church work, Camille performs with groups such as Collins Classical Carolers and TriplePoint Music, and she frequently lends her voice to premieres, recordings, and showcases of works by contemporary composers. Most recently, she was featured as the soloist singing the role of Mary in the premiere of Debra Scroggins’ new orchestral setting of her choral work "Magnificat."![]()
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Camille’s singing first drew public acclaim when she won a local Abilene Idol contest, with the Abilene Reporter News describing her performance as “emotional and immaculate.” On stage, she has been heard as Mrs. Nordstrom in "A Little Night Music" at Theatre Frisco, where the “tight harmonies” of her quintet were praised by The Column as “swoon-worthy” and “truly lovely to listen to.” Other favorite roles she has performed include Tallulah in Pasatieri’s "The Hotel Casablanca", Sophie in McNally’s "Master Class", Lauretta in Puccini’s "Gianni Schicchi", and Belle in Menken’s "Beauty and the Beast."![]()
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A two-time graduate of Hardin-Simmons University with degrees in vocal performance, Camille continues to balance her love of music with her professional work as an IT executive assistant at Dallas Market Center. She makes her home in Carrollton with her husband of 15 years, Benjamin, and their Yorkshire terrier, Penny.
Something exciting is in the works!![]()
Last night, Inspirata gathered for a special recording project — we can’t reveal all the details just yet, but we couldn’t resist sharing a few behind-the-scenes moments.![]()
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Stay tuned…
We are excited to open up auditions for the 2025-26 season of Inspirata! If you're looking for an outstanding group of people to make extraordinary music, this might be the place for you! Hope you'll contact Mark Pope and schedule an audition!
“Mo Ghile Mear” (arr. Desmond Earley) performed live on May 23, 2025 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Dallas during our “Refuge: Songs of Peace and Hope” concert. Featuring Hunter Birkhead, soloist, and Jarrett Goodchild on the bodhrán.![]()
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This powerful Irish lament, written in the 18th century by Seán Clárach Mac Domhnaill, gives voice to the goddess Éire mourning the exile of Bonnie Prince Charlie. One of Ireland’s most beloved songs, it blends sean-nós tradition with deep national longing.
We’re thrilled to welcome Belle Weathers as the newest member of Inspirata! Her talent and musicianship will be a valuable addition to the ensemble. We look forward to performing with Belle this season!![]()
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Get to know more about Belle by reading her bio below.![]()
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Belle Weathers, mezzo-soprano, is honored to join Inspirata this season! Belle holds degrees in Vocal Performance from Colorado Mesa University and the University of Northern Colorado, where she was named Outstanding Graduate Student. She later pursued advanced opera studies at the University of North Texas as a Graduate Artist Certificate student performing roles![]()
such as Elaine O’Neill (‘Later the Same Evening’) and Alisa (‘Lucia di Lammermoor’). At UNC, she was featured as Lady Billows (‘Albert Herring’), Agathe (‘Der Freischütz’), and starred in the monodrama ‘Before Breakfast’ in collaboration with Dr. Willem van Schalkwyk.![]()
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Belle’s performance career includes domestic and international credits: she portrayed Donna Elvira in ‘Don Giovanni’ with Operafestival di Roma, covered the same role with Opera Fort Collins, and performed an all-female twist as Octavia (Don Ottavio) with Denver Immersive Opera. Additional highlights include covering Cio-Cio-San (‘Madama Butterfly’) and appearing as Donna in ‘Mamma Mia!’ with Loveland Opera Theater.![]()
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Since transitioning from operatic work in 2021 to a career in event management, Belle continues to share her artistry through choral music, singing with the Chancel Choir at University Park United Methodist Church under the direction of Mark Pope.
We are delighted to announce that Mark Pope has been appointed Artistic Director of Inspirata, beginning with our 2025–2026 concert season!![]()
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Mark is a thoughtful and inspiring musical leader whose work blends artistic excellence with a strong sense of community. He brings a collaborative spirit and a deep love for choral music that reflects both tradition and innovation.![]()
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Join us in congratulating Mark as he steps in as the new Artistic Director!![]()
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👇 Learn more about him below:![]()
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Mark Pope is entering his fourteenth year as Music Director at University Park United Methodist Church in Dallas, where he is committed to fostering both musical excellence and a deep sense of community. He holds two Master of Music degrees from Southern Methodist University—one in Sacred Music from Perkins School of Theology and another in Choral Conducting—as well as an undergraduate degree in Music Composition.![]()
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Mark has conducted a wide range of choral-orchestral works, including ‘The Armed Man’ by Karl Jenkins, ‘Dona Nobis Pacem’ by Ralph Vaughan Williams, and Requiems by Fauré, Mozart, and Duruflé—just a few of his personal favorites. A published composer and arranger, he is grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the sacred music tradition through his own writing.![]()
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Collaboration with both professional and community musicians has been a hallmark of Mark’s career. He strives to draw out the best musicianship and deepest humanity in every ensemble he leads. He is a dedicated advocate for new music, supporting composers through commissions, premieres, and ongoing creative partnerships.![]()
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Mark has been married to his wife Libby for 20 years and is a proud father to their son, Reid. He finds joy in travel, family, and the shared experience of music. His greatest hope is that his work offers moments of beauty, reflection, and spiritual connection for all who listen and sing.
Here’s our live performance of Moses Hogan’s a cappella arrangement of “Abide With Me,” recorded on May 23, 2025 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church during our ‘Refuge: Songs of Peace and Hope’ concert. Hogan’s setting brings deep emotion and quiet strength to this timeless hymn. ![]()
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🎥🎧 Watch the video below.
Here is our performance of “Shalom” by Dan Forrest, recorded live on May 23, 2025 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church during our “Refuge: Songs of Peace and Hope” concert.![]()
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With a title that means “peace” in Hebrew, “Shalom” is both a blessing and a benediction—offering calm reassurance through rich harmonies, lyrical phrasing, and a sense of gentle closure. The music is deeply expressive, with the piano providing a foundation of warmth and movement, while the violin weaves in and out like a voice of consolation.![]()
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We were honored to be joined by two guest artists in this performance: Michelle Boone (violin), a junior at Bishop Lynch High School; and Ben Baldwin (piano), the organist for Advent Lutheran Church in Arlington and Ghanaian Community Presbyterian Church in Irving.![]()
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🎥 🎧 Watch the video below.
This is our rendition of “WAR” by Ivo Antognini, recorded live on May 18, 2025 at University Park United Methodist Church as part of our “Refuge: Songs of Peace and Hope” concert.![]()
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🎻 With guest violinist Michelle Boone, a junior at Bishop Lynch High School in Dallas.![]()
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Antognini’s setting of Edna St. Vincent Millay’s poetry captures the anguish and devastation of war through haunting harmonies and stark musical textures—yet in its raw honesty, the piece also calls us to remember why peace matters, and why hope must endure.![]()
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🎥 🎧 Watch the full performance below.
Here’s a selection from our “Refuge: Songs of Peace and Hope” concert — Frank Ticheli’s “Earth Song” recorded live on May 23, 2025 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. ![]()
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🎥 🎧 Watch the performance below.
We’re sharing some photos from our final concert last night of “Refuge: Songs of Peace and Hope” at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church.![]()
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A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came and shared the evening with us.![]()
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We also extend our special thanks to Fr. Arthur Unachukwu, Pastor, and Dr. Michael Conrady, Director of Music, Organist & Choir Master, for so warmly welcoming us and supporting this performance.
Today is our final performance of this program. Start your weekend with music that will stir your soul! Come see us at 7:30 pm at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Dallas. Bring your friends and family. The concert is free!We hope to see you this Friday, May 23 at 7:30 pm at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Dallas. This is our third and final performance of our concert, "Refuge: Songs of Peace and Hope." Admission is free!
We hope to see you this Friday, May 23 at 7:30 pm at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Dallas. This is our third and final performance of our concert, "Refuge: Songs of Peace and Hope." Admission is free!
Experience the energy of “Mo Ghile Mear,” a beloved Irish tune arranged by Desmond Earley and featured in our program. Guest percussionist Nathan Rearick joins us on the bodhrán, a traditional Irish drum, adding a vibrant rhythm to the piece.![]()
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Catch this powerful performance during our final concert of “Refuge: Songs of Peace and Hope”—this Friday, May 23 at 7:30 PM at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Dallas.![]()
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One of the powerful selections in our program is “He Never Failed Me Yet” by Robert Ray. If you missed our first two concerts, there’s still one more chance—join us on Friday, May 23 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. The concert begins at 7:30 PM, and admission is free!![]()
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Clinton Bray, piano![]()
Nathan Rearick, percussion
We had an incredible time today performing our “Refuge: Songs of Peace and Hope” concert at First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth! Huge thanks to everyone who joined us—it was a joy to sing in such a beautiful space. And special thanks to Rev. Lance Marshall (Senior Pastor) and Thomas Williams (Director of Music & Worship Arts) of FUMC-FW for hosting us!![]()
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We’re posting here some moments from today’s concert.![]()
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If you missed us this weekend, you still have one more chance to catch the program:![]()
Friday, May 23 at 7:30 PM![]()
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Dallas![]()
Admission is free—we’d love to see you there!
🎶 Our concert today, May 18, is at 4:00pm at First United Methodist Church - Fort Worth, Texas — come rain or shine! We hope to see you there! 🎵
That’s a wrap on our May 17 concert!![]()
We had a fantastic time performing tonight and hope you enjoyed the music as much as we did. Many thanks to Rev. Dr. Joe Stobaugh (Senior Pastor) and Mark Pope (Minister of Worship) of UPUMC for hosting us! ![]()
Join us for our next performance: Sunday, May 18 at 4:00 PM at First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth.