Gretchen R. Iben Arts Series Presents:

Karen Stewart & H. William Glazier

Sunday | April 27 | 4:00 p.m.

The Gretchen Iben Arts Series is pleased to welcome Peoria native, Karen Stewart, in a recital of
music by Handel, Verdi, Puccini, Bernstein and others. Stewart is a versatile lyric soprano
whose voice was described in a Chicago Tribune review as a “…lush soprano clear and vibrant,
the top notes ringing and powerful.”
Karen has enjoyed a career that includes performances in Opera, Oratorio and Chamber Music.
Her appearances include performances at Carnegie Hall with the Chicago Symphony, regional
orchestras and choral societies, and European tours.

“Throughout the week, there are many worldly things pulling me away from my commitment to God.  I come to church on Sunday at Westminster to reconnect and renew my relationship with Him.  Part of my worship is to ask him for forgiveness for my lack of faithfulness.  I leave, reminded that he loves me, forgives me, and walks beside me every day.  What a profound blessing that is!”