Vocal Point's second week in Nauvoo saw the group even busier than the first. Outreaches in Keokuk, IA; Memphis, MO; and Quincy and Springfield, IL, were all successes as the group performed for enthusiastic crowds. Vocal Point performed at the Keokuk Dam Centennial Anniversary for an especially excited audience. There, the stormy weather stopped just long enough for the group to perform its set. Indeed, not a single show the entire trip was cancelled or relocated due to weather (though a few came close). For the Springfield outreach at the Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, the museum curator greeted the group and gave his parameters for the performance: 'You can sing whatever you want, for as long as you want. I trust you guys completely.'
On Thursday afternoon the group enjoyed singing at a special commemoration of the martyrdom of the prophet Joseph Smith in front of Carthage Jail. They performed a stirring rendition of 'A Poor Wayfaring Man of Grief,' arranged especially for this event.
The final performance on the Nauvoo outdoor stage was pitch-perfect, with a wildly energetic audience. The day the group left, Sister Call of the Nauvoo Mission Presidency stated that Vocal Point had done more public relations for the Church in that area than they could ever understand. The men of Vocal Point express gratitude and appreciation to all who made their tour a possibility and success.
For more information regarding BYU performing groups, visit pam.byu.edu. To book a performance, contact Performing Arts Management at (801) 422-3576 or perform@byu.edu.
