Clark College Concert Choir & Portland Community College Chamber Choir
For Immediate Release
November 13, 2025
VANCOUVER, Wash. — The Clark College Concert Choir under the direction of Dr. Jacob Funk and the Portland Community College Chamber Choir under the direction of Dr. Samuel Barbara present a collaborative concert on Saturday, December 6, 2025, 7:30 pm at First United Methodist Church, 401 E 33rd St, Vancouver, WA. The admission is free and open to the public. Donations to the Clark College Choral Fund accepted at the door.
Each choir will present an epic set of repertoire and then combine for a stirring performance of "Uns ist ein Kind geboren", BWV 142. Once attributed to Bach, this cantata is now attributed to Anonymous. They will also combine to sing Shawn Kirchner's "Brightest and Best."
Come hear these amazing students and celebrate the artistic accomplishments of these vocal artists!
For complete information about all College Music Department concerts including the orchestra, concert band, jazz ensemble, and choirs, please visit the Clark College Music Events page.
About Dr. Jacob Funk
Dr. Jacob Funk serves as the Director of Choirs at Clark College, where he conducts three ensembles and teaches courses in music theory, ear training, music appreciation, rock history, and applied voice. In recognition of his outstanding teaching and mentorship, Dr. Funk was honored with the 2022–2023 Clark College Exceptional Faculty Award, presented at the June 2023 Commencement.
Before joining Clark College, Dr. Funk taught vocal music for grades 5–12, served on the faculties of John Brown University and Northwest Arkansas Community College, and held positions in church music as a choirmaster and section leader. An active member of the choral community, he is a former Two-Year College Repertoire and Resources Chair for the Washington chapter of the American Choral Directors Association and frequently leads workshops and clinics with choirs throughout the Vancouver and Portland area.
About Clark's Music Program
Clark College Music program offers a dynamic curriculum in theory, performance, appreciation, and history. Designed for both music majors preparing for advanced study, and non-majors seeking a deeper cultural connection, the program blends academic rigor with hands-on performance opportunities. Faculty bring professional experience to guide students in building skills and confidence for future careers in the arts. Students can explore pursuits in concert band, jazz ensemble, orchestra, and choir. Learn more about Clark's Music program.
For complete information about the Clark College Music Department concerts including the orchestra, concert band, jazz ensemble, and choirs, visit the Clark College Music Events page. For a full roster of Clark College music events, visit www.clark.edu/cc/music.
About Clark College
Founded in 1933, Clark College is Southwest Washington's largest public institution of higher education. Clark College provides residents of Southwest Washington with affordable, high-quality academic and technical education. This public community college offers more than 100 degree and certificate programs, including bachelor's and associate degrees; professional certificates; high school diplomas and GED preparation; and non-credit community and continuing education. Clark serves over 8,500 students including high school students, veterans, displaced workers, multilingual and mature learners. About three-quarters of its students are the first in their families to attend college.
For additional information: (media inquiries & photo requests):
Shelly Williams, Program Director
T: 360-992-2662 E: sjwilliams@clark.edu