ChoralSounds Northwest, comprised of 65 volunteers who enjoy singing, is putting on its spring show, "Red, White and Musicals" on May 15-16 at the Highline Performing Arts Center in Burien.

The politically-themed show also features an appropriate special guest --KIRO radio talk show host, Dave Ross, who unsuccessfully ran against Congressman Dave Reichert in 2004.

ChoralSounds conductor, David Spring, said the concert's lineup of songs conveys "social commentary" to the audience to fit with the political theme.

The group will perform songs from popular musicals with themes revolving around race, war and social class, such as "Miss Saigon, "West Side Story," and "Les Miserables."

Ross has sung in choirs since middle school. When he's not on the air talking about the hot political topics of the day, he is also heavily involved with the Seattle Gilbert and Sullivan Society.

Is it surprising that the former congressional candidate has this kind of hobby?

"Not to my long time listeners," he said.

Some members of the choir are excited to see what Ross has up his sleeve come show time.

"I'm anxious to see what he does," said soprano Norma Sitton, who joined ChoralSounds five years ago.

Conductor David Spring and Ross wouldn't reveal many details of what to expect.

But some highlights to look forward to are:

A duet featuring Max Seifert and Jordan Kimmel, performing "The Speed Test" from "Thoroughly Modern Millie."

A solo by bass singer Chuck Tobin, performing "Old Man River" from the 1927 musical "Showboat."

And the finale will be a rendition of "Do You Hear the People Sing?" from "Les Miserables."

The concert takes place Saturday, May 15 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, May 16 at 2 p.m. at the Highline Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $15-25 and children 17 years and younger get in free with a paying adult. Order tickets at www.nwassociatedarts.org or 206-246-6040.