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Posted: Wed, 7 February 2007

Hello all singers in THIS SPRING'S PROJECT.

We are trying to find out who needs scores for the May concert. Not everyone was present Monday so we've decided to ask via email and hope we can get a complete list this way and then put in an order for extra copies.

You should have: AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL, STAR SPANGLED BANNER, SLEEP, TESTAMENT OF FREEDOM, CANTICLE OF FREEDOM, GOD BLESS AMERICA, and BATTLE HYMN OF THE REPUBLIC

If you are missing any of these, please write me IMMEDIATELY and notify me what you don't have

Posted: Sun, 4 February 2007

REQUEST - The C4 staff is hunting down some scores, specifically copies of MUSIC ALONE SHALL LIVE and A LITTLE MOZART. Please advise if you know of their whereabouts.

REQUEST - Some of you need copies of SLEEP, BATTLE HYMN OF THE REPUBLIC, and GOD BLESS AMERICA - let us know tomorrow (Monday) if you do not have them in your package (folks who sang last year, you bought them in 2006)

REQUEST - From Karen Davis: "To any women who would like to order concert dresses - Megan Bender will be at rehearsal at 7 PM on Monday February 5 and February 12 to take orders. Please be prepared with your dress size, though Megan will have a catalogue with a measurement chart to help you to order the right size. The dresses will cost between $50 and $60. "

INFO. For the next several weeks I will have copies of recent CDs on hand if you'd like to buy one. Price $15. See me before the Monday rehearsals.
* AMERICAN CELEBRATION - from May 2006 concert at Koka Booth Amphitheatre (studio recording) (We will reprise some of this music this spring!)
* JAZZ MEETS THE BEATLES - June 2006 concert
* LORD NELSON AND POPE MARCELLUS MASSES - April 2006 concert
* ANTHEMS CAROLS AND HOLIDAY SONGS - December 2005 concert

Posted: Sun, 28 January 2007

If you're in the current project, last week Andrew Fernandes mentioned that there is a shareware product that you can use to adjust the tempi etc in our MIDI practice page files. If you are interested that product is called "ANVIL STUDIO" and can be downloaded for use at http://www.anvilstudio.com/

#3. Finally, we're close to releasing the CD from our November Psalms concert. As a way to whet your appetite, here are three samples from that recording. I'll be getting orders together in the next two weeks at rehearsals. If you're not in the spring project, and you want one or more Psalms CDs, please let me know. http://www.manring.net/pub/CSC_Psalms_11-19-06/CSC_Psalms_11-19-06_In_Virtute_Tua.mp3 (7.1MB) http://www.manring.net/pub/CSC_Psalms_11-19-06/CSC_Psalms_11-19-06_Bless_the_Lord_O_My_Soul.mp3 (1.8 MB) http://www.manring.net/pub/CSC_Psalms_11-19-06/CSC_Psalms_11-19-06_Lobet_den_Herrn.mp3 (6.5MB)

Posted: Thu, 25 January 2007

It is not too late to participate in the spring concerts. As long as you are still eligible (you sang at least one concert last year or this past fall) our 2nd week of rehearsals is taking place on Monday, January 29 at 7:30 PM at Herb Young Community Center Room A. We hope to see you then!

Posted: Thu, 18 January 2007

Don't forget that we begin our spring series on this coming Monday, January 22 at Herbert Young Community Center Room A. You may want to arrive early to avoid a long music distribution line. We'll start that after 6:45 PM. The rehearsal officially begins at 7:30. Dues, if you didn't get those taken care of in the fall are $60. The basic music package is $40 but for anyone who did not sing American Celebration last year add $4 for scores most in the group used at that time. See you on Monday!

Let me know if you need a name tag (except new auditioned members, and anyone else who replied last week)

Let me know Monday night if you're interested in learning about possible car pool partners. Folks in Durham, Chapel Hill, Holly Springs and Fuquay-Varina--we have some new people who may be willing to pool.

Posted: Thu, 11 January 2007

I have TWO requests of you today.

#1. HELP SOUGHT FOR "FIRST NIGHT" JANUARY 22
I have a few volunteers but need a few more to help distribute music and take money at "First Night" at Herb Young Community Center on January 22. Task: operate one line of singers (approx. 25-30 people); take checks and cash, provide prepared music packet, record data. You should be done by 7:40 PM. We need those helpers by 6:45 PM. This is great "Virtuoso" volunteer credit! Please advise. This is a first come first serve request.

#2. MUSIC SOUGHT
Concert Singers: " Your music Librarian, Jan Mott, needs to have all copies of Christmas Flourish that were found to be printed incorrectly returned immediately. If you are participating in the next session you may bring your copy to the first rehearsal, Jan. 22. If you have a bad copy and are not singing the next session, please call, 467-2001, email jmaine4321@aol.com, or send your copy to 104 Hoy Ct, Cary, NC 27511. The music distribution company will send us correct copies free of charge as soon as I return the affected copies. Thanks for your help."

One more thing--------WHO NEEDS A NEW NAME TAG?

Posted: Tue, 2 January 2007

We are organizing a "stuffing party" for some publicity brochures. Debi DeAnn and I need four or five assistants to help put these together (apply postage & addresses). We're shooting for next Saturday (Jan 13) 10 AM to take care of this. Location will be announced. This is excellent credit for "Virtuoso" candidates! Please let me know if you are willing and able to assist.

Posted: Thu, 28 December 2006

#1. LAST CHANCE ON AUDITIONS. We are holding our traditional mid year auditions for new members on Monday, January 8th. If you know of people interested in joining us, get them in touch with Kathy Payne for an appointment, either 468-5683 or auditions@concertsingers.org.

#2. OUR SPRING SEASON BEGINS JANUARY 22nd. This spring we are preparing for the March 31 "Easter Oratorio" and May 26 "American Celebration" concerts. Rehearsal starts January 22nd at Herb Young Community Center. Plan to arrive earlier than 7:30 so you can get music. I will have a music price in a few weeks: we are price shopping!

Posted: Sat, 16 December 2006

1) The first comes to me care of our own Terry Neely of the Tenor section: "After over 19 years of providing quality tuning and rebuilding services to pianos and harpsichords all across the Triangle. I have now opened Neely Piano Sales. I focus on quality reconditioned pre-owned instruments. Each has been thoroughly inspected and is certified to be in good condition, fully regulated, and well tuned. I think you will find my prices and quality to be among the best in the area. As a bonus to all members of the Concert Singers of Cary, If you buy or refer someone who buys an instrument from Neely Piano Sales, I will set aside $50 to be donated to the choir. As an added bonus, you will also receive a free tuning for your personal piano. If you don't own a piano purchase one from Neely Piano Service and you will receive one additional free tuning in addition to the two that come with every piano. Thanks, Terry" --> http://www.mypianotechnician.com/

4) Here's an interesting notice from the Duke Voice Care Center: I am writing to let you know about the new Duke Voice Care Center, a multi-disciplinary clinic of physicians, speech pathologists, and singing voice specialists with special expertise in caring for professionals and performers with voice problems. We are pleased to offer our services to anyone who may be having voice problems. Our contact person is Karen Poston at 919-681-4984 and she can arrange a visit at the Duke Voice Care Center with one of our voice physicians. Our direct clinic number is 919-684-2426 (ask for Jackie Fuller). If you need any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me via email or office at 919-681-7350. Sincerely, Seth Cohen, MD, MPH - Duke Voice Care Center Editor's note: I found this article: http://inside.duke.edu/article.php?IssueID=159&ParentID=15000

Posted: Tue, 12 December 2006

I am in search of someone who is comfortable leading or directing who can lead or direct our carolling team at a neighborhood party on Sunday (the 17th) for two 45 sets between 3 and 6 PM. The group is singing a number of fairly familiar carols in hymn arrangement. Please let me know as soon as possible.

Posted: Sun, 10 December 2006

Three quick notes:

#1. AUDITIONS. We are holding our traditional mid year auditions for new members on Monday, January 8th. If you know of people interested in joining us, get them in touch with Kathy Payne for an appointment, either 468-5683 or auditions@concertsingers.org.

#3. CDS FOR CHRISTMAS? If you'd like to give gifts of Concert Singers CDs for Christmas, or wish to buy some for yourself, I will be at Herb Young Community Center for a carolling rehearsal MONDAY night (12/11) at 7:30. If you arrive a little early (between 7 and 7:30) that would be best for me, but I will be there possibly until 9. All CDs I have will be $15: I will be able to take checks or cash. But we can work out a credit card order with the Treasurer if you contact me.
* NEW! American Celebration (from the Regency Park concert)
* JAZZ MEETS THE BEATLES (June 2006)
* Pope Marcellus and Lord Nelson Masses (April 2006)
* Anthems, Carols and Holiday Songs (December 2005)

Finally, THANK YOU all for the kind gift at Holiday Pops concert!

Posted: Fri, 8 December 2006

Hello all,

For those of you who were asked by Larry to sing in the special performance at Holly Springs' new Cultural Center on Saturday night (and singers, remember to be there at 5:30 PM! and bring your Holiday Pops music):

----> "Where is the Cultural Center?"

It is (I am informed) at 300 West Ballentine Street in downtown Holly Springs, "one block west of Town Hall in the village district")

This is a link to a Google map which should zero you in on the right place. Yes, it says 299 W.Ballentine but I can't get teh map program to recognize 300! http://maps.google.com/maps?oi=map&q=299+West+Ballentine+Street+Holly+Springs,+27540

Here's more info from Holly Springs: http://www.hollyspringsnc.us/dept/park/culture/index.htm You can also telephone 567-4000.

Good luck! see you all on Saturday afternoon.

Posted: Wed, 6 December 2006

A review of this weekend's Holiday Pops concert has been posted at Classical Voice North Carolina. See http://www.cvnc.org/reviews/2006/122006/CaryPops.html

We have been given ten tickets to the skating rink at Tinsel Town. These are WEEKDAY (M-TH) tickets, but they are absolutely free and I'd like to give them away to CSC members. Let me know if you're interested and we'll have a lottery or some such thing to award. I'll also throw in to the drawing two $5 gift cards to Starbucks. Tinsel Town is open through 12/31.

Don't know what Tinseltown is? See our web page about our Tinsel Town tree http://www.concertsingers.org/#7 or see the Tinsel Town site at http://www.boothamphitheatre.com/schedule.html

Posted: Mon, 4 December 2006

A note from Larry:
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Dear Choir,

Firstly, I want to thank you all for an outstanding concert last Saturday, despite the very limited time that we had to get the performance ready. Your singing was beautiful and you work in the dungeon of Herb Young Center was smart and efficient despite the challenges of singing in this facility. For many reasons, it is important that we perform there at least once per year. We are forming partnerships with local businesses and showing the viability of a performance arts center.

I also wanted to thank you for the generous gift card that was presented on Saturday. It has been a pleasure to work with this organization for so many years and your enthusiasm and dedication to quality are always an inspiration to me. Thank you for being such an important part of my professional life.

Have a great holiday season and we’ll see you in late January (22nd)!

Posted: Sat, 25 November 2006

I am looking for two "census takers" to count audience members and record demographic info about them at our Holiday Pops Concert next Saturday December 2. Takers will get free ticket to the concert. First come first serve!

Posted: Fri, 24 November 2006

I hope you had a good Thanksgiving celebration.

FIRST, FOR SINGERS IN THE CURRENT HOLIDAY POPS PROJECT:
- I will bring some extra folders for those who are looking for them ($27 and $6 models)
- Extra scores of Christmas Flourish and Gloria are supposed to be shipped to me on Monday. For those who need
them, the extra music cost is $12 for the set. Payment on Monday night would be appreciated.
- I have been reminded that the word on the orchestra rehearsal may not have gotten out to all. If you have not
already noted this, we rehearse next Saturday (12/2) between 2 and 4 PM. Be prepared to start at 1 PM in
case that becomes necessary. The concert call is expected to be 6:30 PM.
- Remember the rehearsal and concert are downstairs in the Community Center.
- ALL music for next weekend has been posted to our Practice Page.

SECOND, FOR ALL INTERESTED:
GREAT NEWS!
Our third CD -- "AMERICAN CELEBRATION" -- which we recorded in June -- has been delivered! I will start
sales to members in the group this Monday. $15 gets you a CD!
ALSO,
I now have copies of "Jazz Meets the Beatles" hot off the press for those who ordered them and some extras for
those who did not. Again, $15 per.
ALSO,
I still have copies of CDs from our April Palestrina-Haydn concert, from the chamber concert last December, and
one CD each of last year's Holiday Pops, "Feliz Navidad" from 12/2002 and Valentine's Classics from last February.
Again, $15 per.

Posted: Wed, 15 November 2006

Some information for those in the PSALMS project.

#1. The order of the program is . . . (by composer) Gorczcki, Rossi, Alkan, Mendelssohn, Brahms, Haydn, Mozart, Ippolitov-Ivanov, Ives, Hovhaness, Rutter, and Bach

#2. Hi Altos-----are any of you, by any chance, missing a bag full of scarves? guess who found them Monday?

#3. And Tenors/Basses, I think one of you left a tux behind at the rehearsal. I have that, too.

#4. All, remember to be at Westwood this Saturday *BY* 10:00 latest, and rehearsal goes up to 1:00 PM.

We still need a quick replacement for sales table help at the concert this weekend. One of those people dropped out last week. That person will help Barbara Johnson and two others with ticket sales (and maybe a CD or two) either making change, recording transaction info, or processing credit cards. Taker should be an adult or older child (16+) and will get free pass to the concert. Will also need to be at Westwood by 3:15 PM.

And, Linda Velto is still looking for a page turner for me for the concert!! She says "A teenager or adult is fine, and a basic ability to follow a piece of music is all that's necessary. I need that person for both the dress rehearsal and the concert." Please advise if you can help or can volunteer someone.

Posted: Thu, 9 November 2006

I had a drop out for one of my two "census takers" at the concert next week. Basically this person counts audience members and tallies by several categories. I use this information in grant applications. It usually takes ~15 minutes at most and the taker gets in free! Please let me know if you, a spouse, older child, etc. are interested

And #3, Linda Velto is still looking for a page turner for me for the concert? She says "A teenager or adult is fine, and a basic ability to follow a piece of music is all that's necessary. I need that person for both the dress rehearsal and the concert." Please advise if you can help or can volunteer someone.

and a reminder that Monday's rehearsal (for those of you in the current project) is a little longer and will start at 7:15 PM. Please bring your Christmas music.

Posted: Wed, 8 November 2006

Three requests for help-------

I am planning to run a "stuffing party" for our next postcard mailing on Saturday morning (the 11th) starting at 1 PM. The task: add postage, address labels, and return addresses to approx. 600 postcards announcing our upcoming Holiday Pops and C4 concerts. The task typically takes between 30 and 60 minutes depending on how many people we get. Location is my home in northern Cary. All helpers get "Virtuoso" volunteer credit. Please advise ASAP if you can assist!

Also, I would like to ask now for several members of this fall's group if they are willing to help set up and take down any risers, return chairs to the choir loft, etc. before but especially AFTER the concert on the 19th. Last year everyone left and three guys had to do the whole job. All it takes is 15-20 extra minutes. Let me know if you're willing and able to pitch in. THANK YOU!

Finally, one of the data entry people had to step back and I have a pack of address cards that need data entry work. If you had volunteered to do some data entry a few weeks ago and can take on another pile, or were not able to pick up cards, I could use that help! See me on Monday.

Posted: Fri, 3 November 2006

Linda Velto is looking for a page turner for me for the concert She says "A teenager or adult is fine, and a basic ability to follow a piece of music is all that's necessary. I need that person for both the dress rehearsal and the concert." Please advise if you can help or can volunteer someone.

Posted: Thu, 2 November 2006

I need to find someone in the group who can pick up keys for Westwood Baptist Church for use at our concert on a weekday of the week of November 13-17 between 9 AM and 4 PM. Will you let me know as soon as possible so we can make arrangements?

Posted: Tue, 31 October 2006

FOR CD MAKERS !! For those of you who are making copies of Katy O'Brien's CD for next rehearsal, we suggest you make only FIVE or SIX copies each. We ran the math and realized that 16 copies handed out x 10 each is more than we have singers. THANKS!

Posted: Mon, 30 October 2006

We *may* have an opportunity for some members of the group (8 at most) to sing carols at the pre-show and intermission of Cary Players' CHRISTMAS STORY on December 15th. I need to know TOMORROW who is interested and if there are enough people (and enough balance). Plus, if you're interested and can direct or at least "lead" please let me know that. Jan Mott---just in case do we still have those carol books from a few years ago?

Posted: Thu, 26 October 2006

Our Quartermaster (Karen Davis) has a request for NEW MEMBERS in the current project.

Men---your tuxes will be delivered on this coming Monday at 6:30PM. Please arrive early for final sizing and payment---bring cash or check. No credit cards. Women--you are asked to have your attire to be checked for compatibility w/ ensemble attire policy. Please do this 7:00 if possible. Karen will not be able to make decisions after rehearsal starts nor after rehearsal.

THANKS to everyone who volunteered to help on the Tinsel town tree. I have enough helpers. AND helpers----I have not forgotten you. I'll be in touch SOON.

I have two new requests.

#1. ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BUYING A BEATLES-JAZZ CONCERT CD? I have now received a review copy of our June 10th concert and need to know how many to order. Reply ONLY if interested and state # interested in. I don't need money now, just a body count.

#2. I am looking for someone to be the CSC "Mailings Assistant" for the remainder of this year. This person will assist me in preparing concert postcards, brochure mailings, etc. I expect there to be about four or five more mailings this concert year. Tasks could include ordering postage, getting material printed, leading stuffing parties, etc. Let me know if you may be interested and we can talk about this. This is worth "Virtuoso" volunteer credit for BOTH Fall and Spring.

Posted: Tue, 24 October 2006

I have three items in the "Help Needed" sack of stuff.

USHERS ETC. FOR NEXT CONCERT
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It is that time when I ask for help as ushers, ticket sales table staff, and "census takers" at our November 19 concert (4 pm) at Westwood Baptist Church. I also need one person to run a powerpoint show with translations. Volunteers get a free ticket to the concert. Spouses and older children (16+) are welcomed. In your reply please provide 1st and 2nd preference. FYI census takers count audience members so that I have demographic data to use in grant applications. First come first serve on all jobs. HOLIDAY TREE DECORATORS
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CSC has taken out a promotional tree at "Tinsel Town" at Koka Booth Amphitheatre. Beginning November 20th, Booth Amphitheatre will be transformed in to a magical winter wonderland complete with beautifully decorated trees, live holiday music, Santa and an OUTDOOR ICE SKATING RINK! As part of this, we have the opportunity to decorate our tree "any way we like that represents our organization". Our tree will be on display for all 40 days of Holiday Fun! In short, I am seeking one or two or three people to be the decorating team. We will reimburse expenses after we devise a project budget. Please let me know of interest right away so we can start planning.

STUFFING PART TWO
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Our great stuffing party (thanks all!) was unable to finish our pledge mailing on Saturday, so I'd like to try a quick stuffing on Wednesday evening from 6:30-7:30 latest to try and finish the job. Location is TBA but I will know that fairly soon. We have about 350 envelopes to stuff and label.

Remember...all volunteers get credit towards the Virtuoso program!--> http://www.concertsingers.org/virtuosos.htm

Posted: Fri, 20 October 2006

Some very good news from the soprano section. As you may know Leslie Alger and Cherie Spehar have been expecting and were looking at due dates very close to each other. As it turns out, three days apart. Here's the news.

From Bob Alger on behalf of Leslie Alger on the 18th
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Our new baby is here!!!! Nicholas Cobb Alger was born at 11:30 am on Monday October 16. He weighs in at 8 lbs 3 oz and 20 1/2'' long. Madelyn is very excited about her new baby brother and both Nicholas and Leslie and doing great. They will be at Rex Hospital in Raleigh until probably Thursday morning. Thank you for all of your prayers.

Leslie Alger's e-mail on the 20th:
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I just got an e-mail from Cherie. We've been talking all week and she called me last night in the hospital as she was en route to the birthing center. When I inquired this morning she had had the baby but had not yet been moved to a post-partum room. Anyway, Owen Micheal Spehar was born at 6:52 am today, Thursday, Oct. 19th. He weighed in at 10 pounds, 5 oz . .. poor Cherie!!!!! He was 11 days late I think - just crazy! They were doing fine and they sent pictures as well.
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Posted: Wed, 18 October 2006

I could still use a few more hands on our stuffing party on Saturday. I have two or three mailings that will be going out in the next week. We're calling for a "stuffing party" to assemble the mailings (address labels, postage, etc.) on Saturday OCT 21 (THIS COMING SAT.) starting at 9 AM and ending when we finish (our experience is 90 minutes). Location will be Herb Young Community Center Room A (where we usually rehearse) I may not be able to answer emails until Friday morning, but please let me know if you're able to help. Don't write if you responded to the Monday night request.

Posted: Sun, 15 October 2006

A CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS:

#1 - I have two or three mailings that will be going out in the next week. We're calling for a "stuffing party" to assemble the mailings (address labels, postage, etc.) on Saturday OCT 21 (THIS COMING SAT.) starting at 9 AM and ending when we finish (our experience is 90 minutes). I will be getting a location but expect the community center where we rehearse.

#2 - The Musicales people need some folks who would be willing in next few weeks to do some data entry for us. This involves taking addresses on handwritten index cards and entering them into some electronic format which we can load into a database. This can be done at home! Please let me know and we can discuss format.

Posted: Tue, 10 October 2006

I need one or more people to help on a local image project.

We, as an organization, have been asked to participate in Cary's Community Tree project (at the town's tree lighting event( along with other performing and cultural arts groups.

The object is to design a representative ornament for the town Tree Lighting on 12/2. The deadline is 11/27.

The town says "The Holiday Season is a time to celebrate peace, good-will and coming together. We invite your organization to join us as we create the first ever Town of Cary Community Tree. Located in the newly completed Town Hall, this tree will feature ornaments created by members of our community. We’re inviting schools, businesses, churches, non-profit organizations, groups and clubs to create an ornament that reflects the intent or purpose of their organization. It can be flat or chunky; painted or decorated with odds and ends; created from many types of materials. All the ornaments will be hung on the tree during the ceremony to light the official Town Tree on December 2, 2006."

Ornament Specifications: Size: No larger than 5 inches by 5 inches in any direction. No smaller than 3 inches by 3 inches in any direction. Shape: Flat, two-dimensional shapes and threedimensional shapes are acceptable. Material: The foundation must be strong enough to survive handling. Useful foundation materials include (but are not limited to): Heavy paper, stiffened fabric, plastic, fired clay, cardboard, wood, styrofoam, lightweight metal, odds and ends glued securely together. When attaching items onto the foundation, use glue that will withstand temperature changes without loosing effectiveness (e.g. silicon glues such as E-6000). When selecting paint, choose an acrylic, latex or oil paint that can withstand weather changes. Additional requirements: Secure loop for hanging. Name of organization / group.

We will reimburse expenses, but I'd want an estimate of expenses before you purchase them.

Can I get an artistically inclined volunteer? please let me know!

Posted: Sun, 1 October 2006

#1. TO MEN IN CURRENT FALL-WINTER PROJECT WHO WILL NEED A TUX: Please remember that Leslie Speakman will be available Monday at 6:30 PM at Herb Young to take orders for attire.

#2. OF INTEREST TO THOSE WHO WERE IN "AMERICAN CELEBRATION" IN MAY.From Simon Bate: "Heard this on my way home, it's a review of a new CD featuring music of Eric Whitacre (including "Sleep"). http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=6161883

Posted: Wed, 27 September 2006

For those in the FALL-WINTER PROJECT:

a) remember that MEN rehearse from 7:00 to 9:15 and WOMEN from 7:30 to 9:45 for the next two weeks (OCT 2 and 9).

b) we'll talk about folders for new people on the 9th.

c) MIDI practice files will be up soon.

Posted: Sat, 23 September 2006

several items...

MUSICALES PLANNING COMMITTEE 2006-2007. We'll be holding the 7th annual Musicales...a la Carte fundraising event in April 2007, and planning is now starting for that successful program. Read about it at http://www.concertsingers.org/musicales.htm! Needed: several people to assist the chairperson in any or all of these tasks as members of the planning committee: recruiting host homes, selecting entertainment, greeting, publicity, menu mailing. A few hours a month is expected commitment.

ZIP CODE 27518 I was made aware, by some of you, of a zip code change in southern Cary. Would all of you who live in an affected area let me know if your zip changed so I can properly update the database. No need to write if you already alerted me a few weeks ago.

WCPE FUNDRAISER As you may know we try to help our friends at WCPE, the Classical Station, twice each year during their call-in fundraiser. We also try to staff one key evening slot with CSCers. That date this year is Thursday, October 19, from 7PM to 10PM. The task: take phone-in pledge calls from classical music listeners. There is an easy-to-follow script, free food, and a fun environment, and this is good for CSC "Virtuoso" volunteer service credit. We would like to get seven volunteers. Would you be willing to join us this time? Visit WCPE for more info at http://theclassicalstation.org/ If you prefer to help another night (between October 19 and 29) that is great! WCPE would appreciate the help. You can call their volunteer coordinator at 556-5178 if that is your preference.

Posted: Sat, 16, September 2006

This is a request for all of the ladies.

We have a new member who is performing with the chamber choir this coming Saturday. She would like to buy or borrow a concert dress size 6 (she is 5'4") in time for this performance. If anyone in the group can oblige, we would be most appreciative (and we can pay for dry cleaning). Please advise ASAP if you are able to do this.

Posted: Wed, 13 September 2006

QUICK NOTES ON THE UPCOMING SEASON:

1. A reminder that symphonic choir rehearsals begin on Monday 9/25. Rehearsals on Mondays will run from 7:30 SHARP to 9:30, although on the 25th we ask if possible you arrive between 7:00 and 7:15 so that we can distribute music quickly and maximize rehearsal time.

2. There are two allowed absences for the fall. That is, for the ten-week period between the 25th and our Holiday Pops concert on December 2nd. Larry would like to remind everyone that we set allowed absences per project, not per concert. SO although we have two concerts in the fall session, there are a total of two allowed absences for the fall session.

3. For most singers, music cost for the fall session is $20. For those who need to buy the Randol Alan Bass scores we used in 2004 and 2005 there will be an additional expense for those scores. I'll have more information on that soon. Dues continue to be $60 for the year.

4. And remember that we have moved back to the Herbert Young Community Center for rehearsals. Let me know if you need directions to this facility.

Posted: Fri, 8 September 2006

Thanks to all who offered to help at First Night. We filled all spots.

One addendum... Arts Access Inc. is holding a workshop on Tuesday on Accessibility Training for the Arts. I am unable to attend and am hoping perhaps someone can attend and share the benefit of the experience with me and others in the group. We will reimburse the $10 lunch fee and mileage (the workshop is free). If you are interested please advise me of this and feel free to contact Arts Access directly. Their web site is http://www.artsaccessinc.org/ and there is more info on the workship, contact etc. there.

Here's the teaser...
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"Free Accessibility Training Class: Our annual Accessibility in the Arts Workshop will be held on September 12th from 9 am to 3:30 pm at the NC Museum of Art. This interactive workshop is designed for people in the arts community to learn about and become more comfortable with the language and opportunities of working with people with disabilities. Arts Access has been working on accessibility issues in the Triangle for more than two decades. This workshop is an excellent chance to ask questions and learn from the local experts. We encourage all types of Triangle arts organizations - from music venues to art galleries to theatres, and all levels of staff and volunteers - from Executive Directors and box office staff to Board Members and ushers - to attend. Please register ASAP by calling (919) 833-9919 or sending email to register@artsaccessinc.org. ASL, ALDs, large print, and Braille available on request. Learn more ...

Also, We have several volunteer needs as the season begins.

#1. URGENTLY NEEDED GRAPHIC DESIGNER - We have several ads from the program which need building from business cards and other artwork in hand. I am not in a good position to handle this. I am hoping for someone competent in graphic design and who has ready access to equipment (scanner, etc.) and software and who can email completed pdfs to our program editor. The hitch is this needs doing in the next several days. Please help!! I can meet you tonight or weekend to provide stuff I have.

#2. FIRST NIGHT HELPERS SOUGHT! I would like to ask for assistance at our "first night" music distribution on 9/25. The times are 6:45-7:30 and we'll be in our new rehearsal room at Herbert Young Community Center. I have one and need four volunteers to check people in and give them their music. (we have five lines based on alphabet) You can expect to help up to 25 of your fellow singers. Also, we would welcome a few friendly sopranos and altos to help our "Ambassador" make our many new soprano/alto members feel welcome.

#3. SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE 2006-2007. As you may know we award a $1000 scholarship each year to a high school senior who plans to major in music (see http://www.concertsingers.org/scholarshipfund.htm Pam Richart will be the chairperson this year. What we seek are several people to assist in promoting the scholarship and evaluating the selection process as members of the committee. The award is made in May 2007. There are meetings once a month for several months and modest additional tasks. Those who served last year or before are of course welcome to stay on!

#4. MUSICALES PLANNING COMMITTEE 2006-2007. We'll be holding the 7th annual Musicales...a la Carte fundraising event in April 2007, and planning is now starting for that successful program. Read about it at http://www.concertsingers.org/musicales.htm! Needed: several people to assist chairperson Diane Villwock in any or all of these tasks as members of the planning committee: recruiting host homes, selecting entertainment, greeting, publicity, menu mailing. A few hours a month is expected commitment.

#5. MIDI SEQUENCERS. We expect to set up practice page files this fall for the Psalms and other works. I need to get some people started fairly soon. Needed: those who are set up and knowledgeable in MIDI sequencing and who are willing to sequence one or more pieces (most of them 3-5 minutes in length) this fall. Note to past MIDI team members: I certainly hope you can help out again. Is there anyone out there who would also like to do this?

Posted: Wed, 4 September 2006

QUICK NOTES ON THE UPCOMING SEASON: <>1. A reminder that symphonic choir rehearsals begin on Monday 9/25. Rehearsals on Mondays will run from 7:30 SHARP to 9:30, although on the 25th we ask if possible you arrive between 7:00 and 7:15 so that we can distribute music quickly and maximize rehearsal time.

4. And remember that we have moved back to the Herbert Young Community Center for rehearsals. Let me know if you need directions to this facility.

Posted: Mon, 4 September 2006

I am looking for someone who can help me move the old podium Larry used from our storage facility to Herb Young before our rehearsal on 9/25. Ideally this helper has a vehicle that accomodate the podium which is approx. 4' x 4' x 2'. We can be very flexible on date and time. I'd prefer either evening on 6th, 13th or 20th; Saturday AM on 16th, evening on 14th, or 6-7 PM on 21st or 19th. Thanks in advance for anyone who can help out here.

Posted: Thu, 31 August 2006

Two quick requests.

#1 - I am updating the membership data base and would like to ask -- if you moved to a new address in the past year (say, since last fall) -- would you be so kind to give me that mailing address (and any phone # change) even if you think you may have already done so? that way I can double check those.

#2 - Also...who needs a new name tag?

Posted: Fri, 25 August 2006

I hope you have been enjoying the summer break.

SCHEDULE REMINDERS:-------------------------------------------------------------------------------

You should have received your annual summer packages with Larry's letter and (if appropriate) audition information this week. They were mailed four weeks ago. If you have NOT received this let me know and I will email you the contents.

The concert schedule for the 2006-07 year has been posted -- see http://www.concertsingers.org/upcomingconcerts.htm. I do not yet have the official rehearsal calendar for the fall.

Chamber choir members (singing for ACDA conference in Greensboro on Sept. 23): remember that your next rehearsals are September 11, 16, 18, and 21. See the calendar at http://www.concertsingers.org/calendar.htm for times and places.

Auditions are next week (AUGUST 28-29) so if you know candidates or would like to re-audition or audition at the chamber choir letter you need to set up appointments soon. Note: the children's choirs are also holding auditions next week. More info is on the main page of our web site at http://www.concertsingers.org/

CSCers will be staffing our annual information booth at Cary Lazy Daze tomorrow between 9AM and 5PM. For more information about the festival (now in its 30th year) see http://www.townofcary.org/depts/prdept/events/lazydaze/lazydazehome.htm

Finally, the season (for symphonic choir) resumes on SEPTEMBER 25 at Herbert Young Community Center. Directions and other registration info is at http://www.concertsingers.org/registration.htm

Posted: Mon, 21 August 2006

We had a drop-out for a 1-2 PM slot at Lazy Daze. Is anyone willing to step in and cover that hour? Let me know as soon as possible. We are at the festival all day answering questions about CSC, talking up the group, signing up audition candidates, etc. NO sales are involved. Our booth will be next to old Cary Elementary school at the south end of Academy Street.

(PS---Greensboro chamber choir: don't forget our first rehearsal is TONIGHT, at HERB YOUNG COMMUNITY CENTER, at 7 PM.)

Posted: Wed, 2 August 2006

Posted: Thu, 17 August 2006

I have had to make a change in the Lazy Daze festival schedule so that I can help cover the Town Cultural Arts table and need one person to help cover our booth at the last hour and a half of the festival (3:30 PM to 5 PM). Remember that this is excellent "Virtuosos" credit. Let me know ASAP if you can help.

We are at the festival all day answering questions about CSC, talking up the group, signing up audition candidates, etc. NO sales are involved. Our booth will be next to old Cary Elementary school at the south end of Academy Street.

Thanks to all who have volunteered...here is the schedule as of today. SETUP = David Lindquist, Paul Stapleton, Ken Litowsky
9 = Donna Parker, David Lindquist
10 = David Lee, Joyce Munro
11 = David Lee, Deidre Furst
12 = Barb Klimala, Barb Holbrook
1 = David Lindquist, Michele Bergeron
2 = Doug Richmond, Pam Richart
3 = Ken Scott, David Lindquist(until 3:30), ______(3:30-)
4 = Ken Scott, _______
TAKEDOWN David Lindquist, Ken Scott, [?]

Posted: Wed, 2 August 2006

LAZY DAZE HELP STILL NEEDED

It is nearing time for our annual Cary Lazy Daze booth on Saturday, August 26. We are at the festival all day answering questions about CSC, talking up the group, signing up audition candidates, etc. NO sales are involved. I welcome people for 1- or 2-hour shifts between 9 AM and 5 PM, to help set up Friday night (approx. 8PM), and to take down/pack up at 5 PM. Our booth will be next to old Cary Elementary school at the south end of Academy Street. Time slots will be filled on a first-come first-serve basis! If you would like to team up with another person, let me know that. And to make this easy, specify 1st preference and other slots that you can do as 2nd preference. Want to know more about Lazy Daze? see --> http://www.townofcary.org/depts/prdept/events/lazydaze/lazydazehome.htm

Here are where time slots are available...Thanks to those who volunteered so far!

SETUP David Lindquist, Paul Stapleton (NEED TWO) -->set up is Friday night August 25 approx 8 PM!
9AM Donna Parker and David Lindquist
10 David Lee, (NEED ONE)
11 David Lee, (NEED ONE)
12 NOON Barb Klimala, (NEED ONE)
1PM - (NEED TWO)
2 Doug Richmond, (NEED ONE)
3 David Lindquist, (NEED ONE)
4 David Lindquist, (NEED ONE)
TAKEDOWN David Lindquist, (NEED ONE)

Posted: Tue, 1 August 2006

You should be receiving your annual summer letters with Larry's letter and (if appropriate) audition information this week. They were mailed last night.

There is one change. The November concert will be SUNDAY, November 19 at 4:00 PM. Below is our official schedule of concerts as sent to the media. You may want to print this out and save it. A detailed rehearsal schedule will be published soon, and I will notify you when that happens.

Posted: Thu, 27 July 2006

There are several items and requests below. Thank you in advance for your patience in reviewing each.

LAZY DAZE HELP SOUGHT
It is nearing time for our annual Cary Lazy Daze booth on Saturday, August 26. We are at the festival all day answering questions about CSC, talking up the group, signing up audition candidates, etc. NO sales are involved. I welcome people for 1- or 2-hour shifts between 9 AM and 5 PM, to help set up Friday night (approx. 8PM), and to take down/pack up at 5 PM. Our booth will be next to old Cary Elementary school at the south end of Academy Street. Time slots will be filled on a first-come first-serve basis! If you would like to team up with another person, let me know that. And to make this easy, specify 1st preference and other slots that you can do as 2nd preference. Want to know more about Lazy Daze? see --> http://www.townofcary.org/depts/prdept/events/lazydaze/lazydazehome.htm

Here are where time slots are available...Thanks to those who volunteered so far!
SETUP - David Lindquist, (NEED THREE)
9 - Donna Parker and David Lindquist
10 - David Lee, (NEED ONE)
11 - David Lee, (NEED ONE)
12 - Barb Klimala, (NEED ONE)
1 - - (NEED TWO)
2 - Doug Richmond, (NEED ONE)
3 - David Lindquist, (NEED ONE)
4 - David Lindquist, (NEED ONE)
TAKEDOWN David Lindquist, (NEED ONE)

---2---AUDITION GREETER NEEDED------------------------------
we need a volunteer to help at auditions on Tuesday August 29th at Herb Young Community Center from 6-9, or two people for half that time. Task: check candidates in, answer questions.

---3---HELP NEEDED -- AND OPPORTUNITY FOR ADVERTISERS-------
As you may know we support the printing costs of our concert programs with advertising. Because of the concert schedule we need to be selling ads now, which is happening. We are putting packets together for anyone who will sell ads, or would like to buy an ad. Please let me know as soon as possible if you are interested in either (or both!) options. Ad sales counts as credit towards virtuoso volunteer service, and ads are very affordable (and you have all seen that our attractive program has high production values and reaches a pretty good sized audience).

---4---AUDITIONS ARE BEING HELD FOR ADULT AND CHILDREN'S CHORUSES: KNOW ANY CANDIDATES?
Please let friends, family members or other persons who you think might be good prospects for CSC this fall that we are holding auditions this summer on : MONDAY AUGUST 28 between 6 and 9 PM, TUESDAY AUGUST 29 between 6 and 9 PM, both nights at Herbert Young Community Center. We are especially seeking tenors and basses! keep your eye out for good candidates Prospects should call Kathy Payne at 468-5683 or email recruitment@concertsingers.org

ALSO, We are also holding auditions for CARY JUNIOR CONCERT CHOIR For 2006-2007 Season, Grades 7-9. August 28, 5:30-7 PM, Herbert Young Community Center. By appointment only by calling Michele Bergeron 466-8103. Membership in the choir is open by audition to all students in the Triangle area in grades 7 through 9 during the 2006-7 school year. No prior singing experience is necessary. The audition establishes each child's voice type, vocal range, and skills. Tuition is $250 per year, and financial assistance is available. The planned repertoire includes songs and anthems from the classical, pops, and spiritual traditions, among others.

ALSO, we are holding auditions for CARY CHILDREN'S CONCERT CHOIR For 2006-2007 Season, Grades 3-6. August 22 and 29, 5:30-6:30 PM, Greenwood Forest Baptist Church. 110 SE Maynard Rd, Cary. By appointment only - Roberta Thomason 319-6534, Membership in the choir is open by audition to all students in the Triangle area in grades 3 through 6 during the 2006-7 school year. No prior singing experience is necessary. Each child will be asked to sing a simple song in several musical keys, and do some basic rhythm work. Students do not have to have a prepared piece of music. The audition is structured so that the artistic staff will get an idea of the child's level of experience and ability to sing as a part of the group. Tuition is $100 per semester, and financial assistance is available. The planned repertoire includes songs and anthems from the classical, pops, and spiritual traditions, among others.

---5---WE'RE HOLDING AUDITIONS FOR AN ACCOMPANIST---LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES
Cary Junior Concert Choir (CJCC) begins its second season in September 2006 for students in grades 7-9. CJCC emphasizes instruction in musical techniques and experiences conducive to a lifelong love of music. The program is sponsored by Concert Singers of Cary. The ideal candidate should have a degree in music or the equivalent training and experience, have a love of children and possess outstanding piano skills. The ability to play the organis not required but would be considered a plus. Accompaniment experience is preferred. Rehearsals take place on Mondays from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Interested candidates should submit a resume to The Concert Singers of Cary P.O. Box 1921, Cary NC 27512 or by email to executive@concertsingers.org For more information about the Cary Junior Concert Choir, please visit www.concertsingers.org/juniorchoir.htm, e-mail juniorchoir@concertsingers.org, or call David Lindquist at 678-1009.

---6---SOME NEWS IN BRIEF

* Your summer letters, with the concert schedule, will be mailed next week. We don't have a detailed *rehearsal* schedule yet, but that will be posted to the website in August. We have a very interesting concert season ahead! The symphonic choir will begin rehearsing on SEPTEMBER 25th.

* I still have CDs available from several concerts last year (although not the June jazz concert yet). Would you like one? contact me at executive@concertsingers.org or call 677-0589

* Congratulations to Karen Davis who was elected President of the Board of Directors on Tuesday. Karen was the Secretary in the last two years. Other officers elected by the Board were Don Cariss (Treasurer), Diane Villwock (Secretary) and Bob Johnson (Assistant Treasurer).

* The chamber choir has been invited to present a short program at the NC state conference of the ACDA in Greensboro on September 23rd. The chamber choir will reprise nine selections from last year's November, December and April concerts.

I hope you have been enjoying your summer--

Posted: Fri, 21 July 2006

Thanks in advance for helping out!

Posted: Wed, 19 July 2006

I hope you are enjoying your summer break.

We are preparing our annual summer mailing and I would like to ask if any of you would assist Kathy Payne and I in stuffing those envelopes on Monday, July 31st starting at 7:00 PM, location will be announced but I am hoping to get a room in one of the community centers. This should take no more than 90 minutes.

Posted: Tue, 11 July 2006

AUDITIONS IN AUGUST
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Please let friends, family members or other persons who you think might be good prospects for CSC this fall that we are holding auditions this summer on : MONDAY AUGUST 28 between 6 and 9 PM, TUESDAY AUGUST 29 between 6 and 9 PM, both nights at Herbert Young Community Center
We are especially seeking tenors and basses! keep your eye out for good candidates Prospects should call Kathy Payne at 468-5683 or email recruitment@concertsingers.org

DAVID'S HUGE SUMMER CD SALE CONTINUES ON MONDAY
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If you're interested in buying a copy of one of our concert recordings from this past year, or would be interested in ordering copies, I'll be holding another "sale-in-the-park" on Monday, July 17th from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. I plan to camp out in the lobby at Herb Young Community Center on that date. Come on by and we'll set you up with great CD recordings. I have in stock: December 3 - Holiday Pops in Cary with Triangle Wind Ensemble - ONLY 2 copies left!, December 17 - Anthems, Carols and Holiday Songs (chamber choir) - 12 copies left, February 11 - Valentine's Gala - ONLY 1 copy left!, April 8 - Lord Nelson and Pope Marcellus Masses - 37 copies,. I can also take orders for copies of the October 8 Baroque Chamber Classics CD (featuring Larry as baritone) and the June 10 Jazz Meets the Beatles CD.(NO--JAZZ IS NOT READY YET)

Posted: Wed, 5 July 2006

DAVID'S HUGE SUMMER CD SALE CONTINUES
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If you're interested in buying a copy of one of our concert recordings from this past year, or would be interested in ordering copies, I'll be holding another "sale-in-the-park" on Monday, July 17th from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. I plan to camp out in the lobby at Herb Young Community Center on that date. Come on by and we'll set you up with great CD recordings. I have in stock: December 3 - Holiday Pops in Cary with Triangle Wind Ensemble - ONLY 2 copies left!, December 17 - Anthems, Carols and Holiday Songs (chamber choir) - 12 copies left, February 11 - Valentine's Gala - ONLY 2 copies left!, April 8 - Lord Nelson and Pope Marcellus Masses - 38 copies, I can also take orders for copies of the October 8 Baroque Chamber Classics CD (featuring Larry as baritone) and the June 10 Jazz Meets the Beatles CD.(NO--JAZZ IS NOT READY YET)

Posted: Fri, 23 June 2006

Two reminders: DAVID'S HUGE SUMMER CD SALE --------------------------- If you're interested in buying a copy of one of our concert recordings from this past year, or would be interested in ordering copies, I'll be holding a "sale-in-the-park" on Monday, June 26th from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. I plan to camp out in the lobby at Herb Young Community Center on that date. Come on by and we'll set you up with great CD recordings. I have in stock: November 12 - World Music - 1 copy left December 3 - Holiday Pops in Cary with Triangle Wind Ensemble - 5 copies left December 17 - Anthems, Carols and Holiday Songs (chamber choir) - 16 copies left April 8 - Lord Nelson and Pope Marcellus Masses - 49 copies - fresh from the vendor I can also take orders for copies of the October 8 Baroque Chamber Classics CD (featuring Larry as baritone) and the June 10 Jazz Meets the Beatles CD.

Posted: Sun, 18 June 2006

Larry Speakman invites all in CSC to attend tomorrow night's (Monday's) annual recital of his eight voice students. The recital is free and open to the public. It will be held at the main gallery at the Page-Walker Arts and History Center beginning at 7:30 PM.

Posted: Sat, 17 June 2006

Does anyone out there subscribe to Southern Living magazine?

For our archives I'd like to get a copy of the May 2006 issue -- CSC was featured on page 16-19.

Posted: Tue, 13 June 2006

We are looking for someone to volunteer to serve as our "Quartermaster" for the 2006-2007 season.

This person: a) arranges for measurements to be taken of new singers in September and January, b) arranges for new choral attire to be made

This is an established process which we've worked on for a number of years, so you're not looking at any reinventing of the wheel. To some extent you'll work with me (especially in terms of the money side of the equation.) The key is to have a responsible person who will manage getting attire for our new members.

Interested? have questions? please feel free to contact me.

APRIL CONCERT CDs ARE NOW AVAILABLE!
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For all of you who requested a CD of our April concert (Lord Nelson and Pope Marcellus Masses) -- I have a box full and will be happy to make arrangements to get you a copy. The price is $15 each. See below for one pickup option. ....Didn't order one? maybe this will whet your appetite... This is a sampler of about 30 photos with sound clips: http://www.manring.net/photos/CSC_Two_Masses_4-8-06_sampler/ Here are all of the pictures: http://www.manring.net/photos/CSC_Two_Masses_4-8-06/

DAVID'S HUGE SUMMER CD SALE
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If you're interested in buying a copy of one of our concert recordings from this past year, or would be interested in ordering copies, I'll be holding a "sale-in-the-park" on Monday, June 26th from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. I plan to camp out in the lobby at Herb Young Community Center on that date. Come on by and we'll set you up with great CD recordings. I have in stock: November 12 - World Music - 1 copy left, December 3 - Holiday Pops in Cary with Triangle Wind Ensemble - 5 copies left, December 17 - Anthems, Carols and Holiday Songs (chamber choir) - 16 copies left, April 8 - Lord Nelson and Pope Marcellus Masses - 50 copies - fresh from the vendor, I can also take orders for copies of the October 8 Baroque Chamber Classics CD (featuring Larry as baritone) and the June 10 Jazz Meets the Beatles CD.

PHOTO ALBUM FROM 2005-2006
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A reminder that we have a photo album of pictures at fourteen different concerts and performances during the past year. See the CSC web site at http://www.concertsingers.org/ and click "Look at Our Photo Album"

Posted: Fri, 9 June 2006

#1 - IF you were at this past Saturday's recording session and are missing a pair of reading glasses - platinum/pewter colored frame - you'll want to contact me ASAP for their recovery. email dlindquist1@nc.rr.com or call 677-0589

#2 - IF you still have CSC-owned music from the May 27 concert, please contact Jan Mott to arrange for its return. She is at jmaine4321@aol.com or 467-2001.

Posted: Sun, 4 June 2006

One last call for volunteers for our final 2005-2006 season concert!

All takers get a free pass to the concert which is "Jazz Meets the Beatles" on Saturday, June 10, at 7:30 PM; Volunteers should be at Cary Senior Center by 6:30 PM

We need: a) ushers / ticket takers / hand out programs, b) people at sales table to sell tickets, c) a "census" taker -- collect some data on audience for use in grant applications

Everything is first come first -- let me know if you're interested as soon as possible, please state #1 #2 preference

Posted: Sat, 3 June 2006

#1 - IF you were at today's recording session and are missing a pair of reading glasses - platinum rims? - you'll want to contact me ASAP for their recovery. email dlindquist1@nc.rr.com or call 677-0589

#2 - IF you still have CSC-owned music from the May 27 concert, please contact Jan Mott to arrange for its return. She is at jmaine4321@aol.com or 467-2001.

Posted: Wed, 31 May 2006

For those participating in Saturday's American Celebration Recording...

UPDATED TIME SCHEDULE

Our hosts at Enloe have had to make a change in the itinerary. The new plan is that CSC singers will only need to be at Enloe between 1PM and 3:30 PM, although it is recommended you arrive BEFORE 1:00 PM.

I hope this enables a few more of you to participate who may have had schedule issues.

Posted: Tue, 30 May 2006

e: the directions to Enloe sent yesterday, Cynthia Gwynn suggests:

"My son goes to Enloe so I drive there every day. It is easier to just stay on the beltline until New Bern Ave. Go towards town and then turn right on Clarendon Crescent which is at a light. There is a city bus stop shelter thing right on the corner on New Bern Ave. where you turn onto Clarenden Crescent. The school is a few blocks down on the right with the auditorium being at the end farthest down Clarendon Crescent. There are actually two connecting campuses/buildings. The first one you come to is the East Building. The second you come to is the West Building and the auditorium (I assume that is where we are recording) is at the far end of the West Building. All of this is not terribly clear because there are a lot of trees along there. There is a carpool loop turn in (with parking) at the beginning of the West building that runs along the West building. You will be entering I imagine around the corner to the left into the end of the building. That carpool loop turn in is the turn in AFTER the turn in where you can see that the driveway goes under a breezeway. Otherwise you can go down to the end of Clarenden Crescent and you will see the large parking lot that you enter down there. The auditorium is in that end door of the building at the parking lot."

Posted: Mon, 29 May 2006

To all singers who are part of the American Celebration recording session:
* Be at Enloe High School no later than 1 PM! We will end between 4 and 6 PM.
* Bring water bottles and comfortable clothing

Directions--->

Google Maps http://maps.google.com/maps?oi=map&q=128+Clarendon+Crescent,+27610

Yahoo Maps http://maps.yahoo.com/py/maps.py?Pyt=Tmap&addr=128+Clarendon+Crescent+&csz=27610&Get%A0Map=Get+Map

Mapquest http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?country=US&address=128+Clarendon+Crescent+&city=&state=&zipcode=27610

You are going to 128 Clarendon Crescent in Raleigh.

For most of you:
Take I-440 Outer Loop to Rock Quarry Road Exit 300; Turn left on Rock Quarry Road and go .6 mi.; Take right fork Raleigh Boulevard and go about 1 mile; Turn right onto New Bern Avenue, then go .6 miles; Turn left at Clarendon Crescent (5th left?). The school will be just ahead on the right.

We will be in the auditorium, from what I understand.

Posted: Fri, 26 May 2006

THANKS to everyone who has recruited volunteers to collect data and hand out programs. The Amphitheater asked me last night if we can find one or two more people who can help table-seating patrons find their tables in the Crescent (the structure at the back of the Amphitheater). I have two people who can cover 6:00-7:30 but I need some folks who can cover an earlier time -- 4:30 to 6:00 to deal with people who arrive when gates open at 5 PM. Free concert pass to takers...please advise today.

Posted: Thu, 25 May 2006

I am in need of two volunteers (spouses or older (16+) children welcome) to hand out programs at Saturday's concert.

Volunteers get into the concert free. If you already bought a ticket we can refund.

Ideally we need you after 6 PM. Gates do open at 5:00 but I suspect the biggest crush will be after 6.

Please reply ASAP...I need to line this up before too late on Friday.

Posted: Tue, 23 May 2006

I am looking for 1-2 volunteers who will collect audience data by observation for me for Saturday's concert. Free ticket to takers. If you are interested but already bought a ticket, we can arrange to refund the money. I need to know today. Please advise asap this email.

Posted: Fri, 19 May 2006

1. FOR SINGERS IN THE CURRENT "AMERICAN CELEBRATION PROJECT" - Rehearsal at Koka Booth Amphitheater on May 27 will be 10 AM to 1 PM. - Attire is "summer light" -- black shoes, black slacks, white short sleeved shirt/blouse. - THIRD REMINDER that we are recording the music for a commercial CD on SATURDAY, JUNE 3 at Enloe High School from 11AM to 6PM (approx. times). I will send directions a little later this month, along with specific instructions from Larry.

2. PLEASE TALK UP "AMERICAN CELEBRATION"

This concert is a brave, bold experiment for us. We have the chance to establish an annual event like the Symphony's July 4th and Pops in the Park concerts But we need a big, enthusiastic response.

This is a great program of American music, and we have special guests in NBC's Bill Gaines and our 2005 Fuller S. Blunt Scholarship winner, Eric Gundstrom.

If I might ask anything a week out, it would be that you pass along by email information about the concert. a flyer can be downloaded from our web site and freely distributed. Tickets are available at the gate. Weather looks promising -- current forecast is low to mid 80's day high, low chance of rain.

* Ticketmaster service fees are only applied if you buy tickets by telephone or the Internet.; * If you buy tickets at the box office at Regency Park, there are no fees.; * The box office is open - MON to FRI 12:00 Noon to 6:00 PM, Saturdays 10 AM to 1 PM, or day of the event; * If you want to buy by phone, call 919-834-4000. By email it's www.ticketmaster.com; * I have a limited supply of $15 (adult) and $12 (senior/students) tickets on Monday at the rehearsal. ; I will not be selling any after that point. There will only be gate sales only. You make checks out to Concert Singers of Cary (CSC will then make one payment to the Amphitheater); * Children 11 or younger are admitted free; * You may bring picnic dinners of your own to the concert if you choose. Concessions are also available. Open flames are not allowed.

Posted: Fri, 12 May 2006

If you are participating in the May 27 "American Celebration" concert, this is your SECOND REMINDER that we are recording the music for a commercial CD on SATURDAY, JUNE 3 at Enloe High School from 11AM to 6PM (approx. times).

I will send directions a little later this month, along with specific instructions from Larry.

Please feel free to ask questions...

Posted: Tue, 9 May 2006

We are in need of two persons willing to be ushers for our Cary Children's Concert Choir concert on Friday night (May 12). They will need to be there 6:15, the concert is at 7 PM and will last approx. 1 hour. Duties are light: hand out programs; help with seating if needed. Admission is free. Reply ASAP if interested (takers get "Virtuoso" volunteer credits!)

Posted: Wed, 3 May 2006

Time for a clarification. I have gotten many questions about May 27 American Celebration Tickets.

* All tickets are, in essence, being sold through Ticketmaster, HOWEVER, service fees are only applied if you buy tickets by telephone or the Internet.

* If you buy tickets at the box office at Regency Park, there are no fees. The box office is open - MON to FRI 12:00 Noon to 6:00 PM, Saturdays 10 AM to 1 PM, or day of the event

* If you want to buy by phone, call 919-834-4000. By email it's www.ticketmaster.com

* I have a limited supply of $15 (adult) and $12 (senior/students) tickets on Monday at the rehearsal. I will try to have some at rehearsals on the 8th, 15th, and 22nd. I will not be selling any after that point. There will only be gate sales only. You make checks out to Concert Singers of Cary (CSC will then make one payment to the Amphitheater)

* Children 11 or younger are admitted free

* You may bring picnic dinners of your own to the concert if you choose. Concessions are also available. Open flames are not allowed.

I apologize if you have been confused.

Posted: Tue, 2 May 2006

Two events this weekend....

(1) Our Cary Junior Concert Choir performs their Spring Concert, concluding their first year, on Saturday (May 6) at 7;00 PM at Cary Senior Center. Tickets are $5 (under age 12 free). The group sings a mix of classical and contemporary including the well-know song "The Rose". I think you'll enjoy the work of these fine singers from grades 7-9.

(2) Also, our Cary Children's Concert Choir is singing the National Anthem at the Durham Bulls game on Friday (the 5th). Joy Cox has five extra tickets - $7 per ticket. First come, first served! Contact her at 481-3745 (H) or 462-3864 (O) or email joycox2001@yahoo.com

Posted: Fri, 21 April 2006

HEAR YOUR FAVORITE CARY GROUPS AT THE FIRST CARY PERFORMS
Bring a blanket and lunch to the Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park, 801 High House Road in Cary on Sunday, April 23 for Cary Performs, an afternoon of entertainment by five of Cary’s most talented performing arts groups. The performers will include Applause! Cary Youth Theatre, Cary Players, Cary Ballet, the Youth Philharmonic Association and the Cary Junior Concert Choir. The free event begins at 2 p.m. For more, call (919) 469-4061, or visit Special Events at www.townofcary.org. EDITOR'S NOTE: Our very own CJCC is performing!

Tickets for “An American Celebration” (May 27 at 7:30 PM) are ONLY AVAILABLE THROUGH TICKETMASTER ~ Ticket Price: $25/Table Seating, $15/Adults, $12/Students & Seniors ~ Tickets can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com, the Booth Amphitheatre (Monday - Friday, Noon - 6 p.m. & Saturday from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.) or any Ticketmaster Outlet. Charge-by-phone at 919-834-4000 Additional charge-by-phone numbers: are 910-223-2900, 336-722-6400, 336-852-1100 For complete concert information go to www.boothamphitheatre.com or call 919-462-2025 Ticket prices, date(s), times and support act(s) subject to change without notice. A service charge is added to each ticket price.

Posted: Thu, 20 April 2006

As you may know CSC is participating in the Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday April 29. I appreciate all who volunteered to staff our CSC table at the Festival.

Beyond that, there is opportunity for additional volunteerism at the Festival.

The Town of Cary is seeking volunteers to help at the Festival.
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What type of volunteers are needed?:
* Greet festival goers with maps and answer their questions; * assist in the information booth; * give artists a break during the day by booth sitting; * direct traffic in and out of the festival; * help at the shuttle stops, AND ESPECIALLY (there is a critical need for...) * help artists during "Load-In" (5-9 AM) and "Load-Out" (5-8 PM) at the beginning and end of the festival

For more information or to sign up, contact Steve Grothmann at steven.grothmann@townofcary.org, or call (919)462-3862 or (919)469-4061.

VOLUNTEERS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR CSC "VIRTUOSO" AND SERVICE HOURS ON BEHALF OF CSC

ALSO;
The Cultural Arts Committee has a table nearby ours (CSC's) where people can learn about the various cultural arts activities in Town. I am staffing that 12 NOON to 2 PM but so far that slot is short one person. Is anyone interested in joining me at that 2-hour shift? No need to feel super-informed about the groups and events: enthusiasm and volunteer spirit is key criteria as I can bring you up to speed on the rest. This table will be in the same "Arts Tent" as the CSC table. Please reply to me (dlindquist1@nc.rr.com) if able & interested.

Thanks in advance for any assistance in any of these areas.

Posted: Wed, 19 April 2006

From Diane Villwock: Chair of Musicales & President of Board of Directors

"Hi All. At the end of today (Tuesday), we have sold 88 tickets for the Musicales events. This means that less than half of the tickets have been sold. The money for this series of events supports the Concert Singers' Endowment Fund and Scholarships.

"If you would still like to sign up for an event, please reply to me at diane_villwock@yahoo.com to notify me of your interest, and then mail the check and form this week. I need to hear from you no later than Friday at noon (April 21), if you'd like to join us for these wonderful combinations of food, good company and fine music. (Your check finalizes the reservation).

"If you are flexible about which event you prefer (or are simply undecided), here are the events which need more interest in order for us to avoid cancelling them:

"1. Hearth and Heartsong, Sat, Apr 29 at 7 pm, sit down dinner with a Harpist ($50)

"2. Either of two garden parties--Sun Apr 30 at 3 pm (Ellen Schloemer's with soprano and piano) or Sat May 6 at 4 pm (Carolyn Booth with CityFolk) ($40)

"3. An art gallery with wine and finger food, Sun, May 7 at 5 pm (Winnie Ferguson and others) with Larry Speakman & Lisa Fredenburgh accompanied by Linda Velto ($40).

"Most other events remain open. See the website for details: www.concertsingers.org.

"Thank you ever so much for considering a wonderful afternoon or evening of entertainment that also results in your important support of the Concert Singers.

"--Diane Villwock"

Posted: Tue, 18 April 2006

I recently contacted the NC Symphony about a discount on tickets for CSC members for Summerfest 2006 at Regency Park.

12 Flex Tickets:(+ 2 parking Passes) Regular Price $198 Special Discount Price: $177
8 Flex Tickets: (+1 Parking Pass) Regular Price $146 Special Discount Price: $130
Single event tickets are being offered for as low as $18 (regular $22) depending on event.

I will be happy to send a flyer with more information upon request.

Posted: Mon, 17 April 2006

#1 We filled the Spring Daze slots...thanks for all who volunteered

#2 New volunteer need(s).
I have to be out of town on the night of the Cary Junior Concert Choir spring concert on Saturday, May 6th. There are some tasks I would appreciate volunteers covering.

(a) One person to operate a cassette tape deck to record the performance. I supply equipment and tape.
(b) One person to help at the ticket sales table & also to count money after wards
(c) One or two persons to be an usher (hand out programs, take tickets)

The concert is at Cary Senior Center and runs from 7-8 PM. It would be great if helpers arrived by 6:30. Michele Bergeron who is CJCC Manager will co-ordinate all helpers and answer on-site questions.

Posted: Fri, 14 April 2006

Due to some rescheduling, I am in search of one or two folks who can fill open slots for the Noon-to-1 and 1PM-to-2 shifts (or Noon-to-2 if you can) at Spring Daze on Saturday April 29. I already have one person each hour but want two. Again, we are only displaying, handing out literature to interested persons, and asking questions.

Posted: Thu, 13 April 2006

Posted: Tue, 11 April 2006

Regarding our concert on Saturday:

1. A review has been published at CVNC --> http://www.cvnc.org/reviews/2006/042006/CSC.html

2. Photos of the concert taken by Al Richart are available on our web site: http://www.concertsingers.org/photoalbum.htm

3. If you are interested in reserving a CD of the concert ($15) please email your interest to me ASAP

4. Congratulations to Andrew Fernandes who won the member's ticket sales contest.

5. And I would like to thank our concert volunteers: Ushers - Kateri Molnar, Bonnie Deroo, Don Mott, Jim McFetridge ; Sales Table - Barbara Johnson, Meredith Larson, Sandra Hansen, Jane Afifi; Powerpoint Operators - Bob Macdonald, Jennifer Lindquist; Census Takers - Olivia Ittoop, Bill Trautman; Photography - Al Richart; Take Down and Set Up - Brian Wong, Scott Hansen; Transportation for Timpani - Vickie Wong, Emiko Kuroda; Money Counters - Bob Johnson, Philip Ehrlenbach, Jennifer Lindquist; Social Leaders - Liz Cummings, Barb Klimala; APOLOGIES IF I MISSED ANYONE!

ALSO
Tickets for “An American Celebration” (May 27 at 7:30 PM) are ONLY AVAILABLE THROUGH TICKETMASTER
~ Ticket Price: $25/Table Seating, $15/Adults, $12/Students & Seniors ~ Tickets can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com, the Booth Amphitheatre (Monday - Friday, Noon - 6 p.m. & Saturday from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.) or any Ticketmaster Outlet. Charge-by-phone at 919-834-4000 Additional charge-by-phone numbers: are 910-223-2900, 336-722-6400, 336-852-1100 For complete concert information go to www.boothamphitheatre.com or call 919-462-2025 Ticket prices, date(s), times and support act(s) subject to change without notice. A service charge is added to each ticket price.

Posted: Mon, 3 April 2006

We are looking for someone who has a truck or van capable of holding timpani for our concert. We will need a hand moving them in Friday PM and back either Sat PM after concert or Sunday.

For those of you who checked out concert tickets on consignment...
We will need you to settle up this week so we can use the unsold tickets for the concert on Saturday night. If you don't mind please return unsold ones tomorrow night, or let me know if you need to hold on to some or all until the orchestra rehearsal.

Posted: Thu, 30 March 2006

#1 - A reminder about our next concert...
APRIL 8, 2006 at 7:30 PM (SATURDAY) - - "LORD NELSON AND POPE MARCELLUS MASSES"
Westwood Baptist Church, 200 Westhigh Street in Cary
Symphonic and chamber choirs will be performing with members of ECU Symphony Orchestra
Soloists: Elizabeth LaBelle, PJ Zhu, Timothy Sparks, and William Adams.
Ticket prices: $15 ($12 seniors 60+ and students with ID, children under 12 admitted free)
and are available at the door or at Burt Music Company, 1341 Kildaire Farm Road in Cary

#2 - Another concert of interest
High-voltage percussion. Innovative. Mesmerizing. Kinetic. Occasionally very funny.
SCRAP ARTS MUSIC is coming to the Herb Young Community Center (off Academy St) in downtown Cary
Fri, April 7, 2006 7:30 p.m.
Take some shiny harbor scrap, salvaged sewage pipes, aluminum bowls and recycled odds and ends.
Add 80+ wheels, a composer, five hyperactive hipsters and a set of drumsticks. The result is Scrap Arts
Music: a dizzying shower of beats, involving full-on gymnastic agility, compelling percussive drive and
intricate, eye-catching choreography. Call 469-4061 for more info about the show.
Tickets: $18 Adult $16 Seniors $15 Child On sale now! Get them in person at the HYCC and avoid
Ticketmaster fees or through www.ticketmaster.com or charge-by-phone 919-834-4000.
(Tickets will be available at the door if they do not sell out.)

#3 - MEMBERS' OWN CDS DEPARTMENT - Soprano Leslie Alger would like to let everyone know that in the fall of 2005, she recorded her debut CD and it is now available through her website, www.lesliealger.com. The ten track cd entitled, "This Little Light", features songs that have inspired Leslie's life in some way, ranging from classical to musical theater to contemporary Christian.

Posted: Tue, 28 March 2006

In this post I have *several* different volunteer needs

NEED #1:
For our April concert, I am looking for one person to operate our Powerpoint "show" of translation of the text. This does not require tech skills. It's a matter of changing the slides at predefined points in the concert. There is a great view of the concert from the tech booth. Taker gets in free!

NEED #2:
We need several volunteers to help at the May 6 (Saturday) concert by Cary Junior Concert Choir. Specifically:
TWO ushers to take tickets and hand out programs & also to record # in audience.
ONE person to help sell tickets & count money
ONE person to operate recording equipment (nothing very sophisticated: a tape deck)

NEED #3:
I am looking for one person to cover the Noon-to-1 PM timeslot at our Cary Spring Daze booth at Bond Park on Saturday, April 29th. Task: answer questions about the group, our upcoming concerts in May and June, talk up auditions, etc.

Posted: Fri, 24 March 2006

A reminder about our next several spring events. Please mark your calendars!

APRIL 8, 2006 at 7:30 PM (SATURDAY)
"LORD NELSON AND POPE MARCELLUS MASSES"
Westwood Baptist Church, 200 Westhigh Street in Cary
Symphonic and chamber choirs will be performing with members of ECU Symphony Orchestra
Soloists: Elizabeth LaBelle, PJ Zhu, Timothy Sparks, and William Adams.
Ticket prices: $15 ($12 seniors 60+ and students with ID, children under 12 admitted free)
and are available at the door or at Burt Music Company, 1341 Kildaire Farm Road in Cary

APRIL 23, 2006 at 2 PM (SUNDAY)
Cary Junior Concert Choir performs a sneak preview of their May concert at "Cary Performs"
at Sertoma Amphitheater in Bond Park. They are joined by four other local performing arts groups.
This is a free event.
More info: http://www.visitraleigh.com/cgi/calendar/calendar.cgi?prog=moreinfo&eventnum=5260
or http://www.carynow.com/cgi/events.cgi?prog=detail&eventnum=5260&cat1=110

APRIL 28 TO MAY 7, 2006
Our sixth annual MUSICALES...A LA CARTE event features nine great musical-and-food events in area homes
There's one for every taste! -- see the menu at http://www.concertsingers.org/musicales.htm
Space is limited, so place your order soon

APRIL 29, 2006 FROM 9AM TO 5PM (SATURDAY)
We are displaying at the 13th Annual Cary Spring Daze Festival at Bond Park, and will talk about our
upcoming concerts and events as well as auditions for the 2006-07 year.
The event is free and open to the public
Official festival site is at http://townofcary.org/depts/prdept/events/springdaze/

AND BEYOND THAT...

MAY 6 - Cary Junior Concert Choir's spring concert
MAY 12 - Cary Childrens Concert Choir's spring concert
MAY 15 - Auditions for Cary Junior Concert Choir
MAY 27 - "An American Celebration" concert at Regency Park
JUNE 10 - "Jazz Meets the Beatles" concert

Posted: Thu, 23 March 2006

SECOND NOTICE

Hello all,
It is that time when I am looking for volunteers to serve as staff at our next concert on Saturday, April 8th We need just four more people to cover this concert

Needed:
* ONE ushers (take tickets, hand out programs, assist in seating as necessary)
* TWO Census takers (count and classify audience members - for David's grant agency reports)
* ONE Powerpoint operator (push button to advance slides)

THANK YOU Kateri Molnar - Jane Afifi - Philip Ehrlenbach - Sandra Hansen - Jim McFettridge - Meredith Larson - Don Mott - you are already on the list.

Who qualifies: those not singing this concert, spouses, children over 16
You get: a free seat at the concert
When: report by 6:20 PM night of concert
Where: Westwood Baptist Church, 200 Westhigh Street, Cary (where we held the "World Music" concert in November)

Please indicate tasks you prefer (and not) or if you'd be willing to do any job available. First come - First serve

Posted: Mon, 20 March 2006

It's that time of year when CSC operates a display at Cary Spring Daze! Saturday April 29th

Volunteers are needed to staff shifts of 1 or 2 hours (your preference) This is great credit for Virtuosos!

The festival starts at 9 AM and ends at 5 PM - I especially need staffers for the afternoon shifts

Duties: answer questions about the group, our upcoming concerts in May and June, talk up auditions, etc.
We will have literature to hand out
We are NOT selling anything
We will, like last year, have a table under the "Cultural Arts Tent" with 7 other groups.

Official info page is at http://townofcary.org/depts/prdept/events/springdaze/ (Directions, Parking, etc,)

Please let me know if you are willing and able to help staff the CSC table! And what shift you'd prefer, plus 2nd choice.

Posted: Thu, 16 March 2006

CSCers PRESENTING ON THE ROAD DEPARTMENT=================================
A dozen members of the CSC chamber choir will reprise selections from November's "World Music" concert at the 9th Annual Spring Gala of Cary Ballet Company on Saturday March 18 (7 PM) and Sunday March 19 (2 PM) at Cary Academy Performing Arts Theater. Tickets are $10 - call 481-6509 for more information.

MEMBERS' OWN CDS DEPARTMENT==============================================
Soprano Leslie Alger would like to let everyone know that in the fall of 2005, she recorded her debut CD and it is now available through her website, www.lesliealger.com. The ten track cd entitled, "This Little Light", features songs that have inspired Leslie's life in some way, ranging from classical to musical theater to contemporary Christian. (Editor's note: Leslie most recently appeared as a professional soloist at our February 11th Valentine's Gala)

NEW MOTHERS DEPARTMENT===================================================
Congratulations to Dana O'Connell, new mother who says: "I just wanted everyone to know that I had my baby girl Saturday, February 25th. She was 9lbs 2 oz and 21.5 inches long. She and I are both doing great and adjusting to life at home :-). Her name is Kathryn Bailey O'Connell. We call her Bailey. :-) I look forward to coming back and singing this fall. I miss it! :-) Thanks :-) Dana O'Connell - soprano" And we will be seeing another future CSC member this fall. Soprano Leslie Alger tells me her official due date is October 22nd.

Also, It is that time when I am looking for volunteers to serve as staff at our next concert on Saturday, April 8th

Needed:
* Ushers (take tickets, hand out programs, assist in seating as necessary)
* Sales table people (sell tickets, CDs)
* Census takers (count and classify audience members - for David's grant agency reports)
* Powerpoint operator
* Money counters after the concert

Who qualifies: those not singing this concert, spouses, children over 16
You get: a free seat at the concert

When: report by 6:20 PM night of concert (except money counters)
Where: Westwood Baptist Church, 200 Westhigh Street, Cary (where we held the "World Music" concert in November)

Please indicate tasks you prefer (and not) or if you'd be willing to do any job available. First come - First serve

Posted: Sun, 12 March 2006

Last week I promised to report back on the final report of the Pfeiffer Associates consultants to Cary Town Council concerning the "Town Center Civic and Cultural Arts" study plan for downtown Cary. This plan includes two proposed facilities that are of interest to Concert Singers of Cary.

In short, the consultants proposed a seven-stage plan to develop civic and cultural facilities in downtown Cary that take advantage of existing structures, where possible, and existing town-owned land. The study, which has been in progress since early last year, took stock of public input at several public meetings and feedback from local arts organizations like ours. The consultants also prepared a business plan to determine facility maintenance and operating costs, plus revenues, for their proposed facilities.

Here's the rundown:

STAGE 1: $15.4 million in construction costs
Streetscape improvements on Academy and Chatham Streets Traffic improvements and "Town Square" abutting Academy Street and Dry Avenue - providing a sort of "roundabout" and traffic calming devices & traffic signal Cary Community Arts Center (refurbishment of Old Elementary School) - provides classroom space, workshops, gallery space, 350 seat auditorium + potential for small rehearsal space and stage extension Interim Surface Parking lot on corner of Dry Avenue and Walnut Street - 80 spaces

STAGE 2: $9.7 million in construction costs
"Digital Media Arts Center" using old personnel building behind Cary Library. 2,200 square feet for media lab, classrooms, recording studio, media library. Plus parking structures to up to 400 space total; possibly off Chatham Street and/or Harrison Avenue and/or Charlie Gaddy.

My take on discussion was that the consultants view Stages 1 & 2 to be minimum necessary to get developers interested in making a downtown commitment, and to addressing immediate arts needs. I believe Town Council will okay these phases fairly soon (after staff prepares an implementation plan), and completion may be within five years, but certainly no earlier than three years.

Things get iffier in the next two stages

STAGE 3: $6.7 in construction costs
Sculpture Park / open space in broad area between East Park, Academy, Walnut, and Walker Streets - approx 8 acres which might include a small performance stage, informal amphitheater, public art areas, water feature; this area can be used for festivals, demonstration-instruction; farmer's market, etc. Move and renovate historic Waldo Rood House for use as interpretive center In the end we have the essentials for a downtown civic open space.

STAGE 4: No public construction dollars
Encourage residential/mixed use development in downown to up to potentially 1.488 million square feet. There are opportunities on Academy, Chatham, Park, Walnut, & Walker Streets.

Stage 4 will require significant developer interest, which the consultants believe will occur if there is sufficient infrastructure commitment in stages 1-3. We'll see. Stage three may be five to eight years out at minimum and stage four may take longer still to actualize.

Now we get into more remote possibilities

Stage 5: $13.8 million in construction costs
Parking structure on Walnut Street w/ ground floor retail; three levels, approx. 650 spaces and 15,000 square feet of retail space. possible pedestrian bridge to Community Arts Center.

Stage 6: $68.8 million in construction costs
Cary Center for the Arts. Lobby/public space, 1100-1200 seat hall, art gallery, rehearsal hall, etc. between Walker and Academy and Walnut Streets, south of the sculpture park and adjacent to the community arts center, town square, and parking structure.

Stage 7: $2.2 million in construction costsAll of these are unquestionably far into the future---a minimum of ten years---and will require some public/private partnerships for funding. And operating costs are so significant that it may be a long time before we have the budget flexibility to permit going forward. These projects will appear in the masterplan.

Other notes
* recommendation is for groups like ours to receive "resident organization" status enabling reduced use fees and preferred scheduling
* Town would likely manage the community arts center, but a professional operator is suggested for the Center for the Arts.
* Operating expenses for community arts center are projected to be in area of $1.33 million annually.

For more information you may wish to consult: http://www.townofcary.org/depts/prdept/parks/civicculturalarts.htm

Please feel free to ask questions: I hope this was informative.

Posted: Wed, 8 March 2006

CONCERT FLYER IS ON LINE!
If you would like to send a full-color PDF flyer about our April 8 Hayden-Palestrina concert to friends or family, you can download that flyer from our web site at http://www.concertsingers.org Look for the link "Download a full color flyer in PDF format". The document is 268 K in size.

Posted: Mon, 6 March 2006

Three items I'd like to solicit help on.

PIANISTS SOUGHT
We are compiling a list of people who can substitute for our accompanists for the C4 and CJCC children's choruses if needed (i.e. when principal accompanist is sick or out of town). We prefer substitute accompanists who are good sight readers for 5-12 songs in a 60-90 minute period. Typical notice is at least 24 hours and as much as a week. Standard pay is offered (same hourly rate as principal accompanists). C4 rehearses Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 and CJCC Mondays 5:30-7:00 PM. There is NO commitment - this is a call list when we need the help.

ALSO

SECOND CALL - VOLUNTEERS AT WCPE FUNDRAISER
As you may know we try to help our friends at WCPE, the Classical Station, twice each year during their call-in fundraiser. We also try to staff one key evening slot entirely with CSCers. Our date this year is Thursday, March 30, from 7PM to 10PM. The task: take phone-in pledge calls from classical music listeners. There is an easy-to-follow script, free food, and a fun environment, and this is good for CSC "Virtuoso" volunteer service credit. We would like to get seven volunteers. Would you be willing to join us this time? Visit WCPE for more info at http://theclassicalstation.org/

ALSO

SECOND CALL - MEMBERS OF HIGH SCHOOL CHORUS TASK FORCE
I am seeking several persons to join me on a planning task force for a new high school age choir. WHAT: As you may know we sponsor both an elementary school age group (Cary Children's Concert Choir) and a choir for middlers (Cary Junior Concert Choir). Our CSC strategic plan calls for a final chorus aimed at students in grades 10-12, which has been named Cary Concert Choir . We are proposing to debut this group in Fall 2007. Before that happens, we need to work out some details. These include a) finding students - developing appropriate publicity - introducing CCC to music teachers, etc. b) working out tuition and fees, c) finding an accompanist, d) setting a budget and identifying income sources, and e) setting policies. WHEN: A limited duration -- beginning in May '06 and concluding by summer '07, no more than a few meetings, some tasks at home but probably not many hours. Beyond this, there are opportunities if you find the project interesting.

Posted: Thu, 23 February 2006

#1 - VOLUNTEER AT WCPE As you may know we try to help our friends at WCPE, the Classical Station, twice each year during their call-in fundraiser. We also try to staff one key evening slot entirely with CSCers. Our date this year is Thursday, March 30, from 7PM to 10PM. The task: take phone-in pledge calls from classical music listeners. There is an easy-to-follow script, free food, and a fun environment, and this is good for CSC "Virtuoso" volunteer service credit. We would like to get seven volunteers. Would you be willing to join us this time? Visit WCPE at http://theclassicalstation.org/

Posted: Thu, 9 February 2006

A last minute volunteer request:

We need 1-2 people, or one with a minivan or other large capacity vehicle, to help transport large silk flower arrangements to our concert site Saturday between 4PM and 5PM AND/OR help return them Sunday AM between 9AM and 10AM. Help both ways is desired, but even one way will be a huge help.

Posted: Mon, 13 February 2006

2. Thanks to the great volunteers who helped me out at this past's performance event. My appreciation to: DONATIONS OF FLOWERS, FOOD, COFFEE - obtained by Eleni Steadman, SALES TABLE - Don Cariss, Jane Afifi, and Catherine Bennett, DECORATIONS - Ladele Raley and Gene Molnar, USHERS - Gene and Kateri Molnar, HOUSE MATTERS - Brian Wong, Katherine O'Neal, and Marty Ferguson, TRANSPORT OF FOOD & FLOWERS - Eleni Steadman, Liz Cummings and Kathy Payne, And also thank the soloists who donated their services: Leslie Alger, Amy Athavale, John Cashwell, Jaime Fussell, Larry Speakman, and PJ Zhu

3. Just a reminder!---SPECIAL BENEFIT FOR ALL MEMBERS AND OTHERS ON FEBRUARY 21ST!
We are holding the first of what will likely be a series of FREE seminars of interest to singers. Tuesday, February 21st in the Oak Room (our regular rehearsal space) at 7:30 PM, approx. 90 minutes Topic: Life Style Habits and How they Impact Vocal Quality Presenter: Ms. Hope Ethington of Hope's Healthy Lifestyles Everyone is welcome to attend (including spouses, those who are not currently singing and other interested persons)

Today’s lifestyle’s are not compatible with maintaining a healthy larynx and usually lead to lifestyle induced degenerative diseases and in the case of the professional singer, loss of income. The proposed seminar will address factors that can negatively impact the quality of the professional singer’s voice. After the training, participants will be able to clearly identify lifestyle Choices that negatively impact the quality of their singing and implementation Strategies designed to enhance the vocal quality and ability. Issues include A. Life Style Factors: B. External Factors, C. Design Faults D.Effects of Medications, E.Vocal Abuse, and F. Advice and Care for the Voice

After the session there will be an opportunity for people to discuss one-on-one training with the presenter, if they are so interested.

Hello all women in the group,

One of our new members is only going to be with us for the spring concerts and is looking to borrow, rent or buy (used) a dress for the April concert. Her size is M.

Are any of you on the list who are not otherwise singing in April willing to make arrangements. If we have a loan or rent situation I'll be happy to make sure the garment is professionally cleaned etc.

Please advise me as soon as possible if you're interested in discussing this.

Posted: Mon, 23 January 2006

Posted: Fri, 17 February 2006

1. For new member singers in the current project:
a) we will be taking measurements for choral attire for new members either this week or next
b) we will also be discussing options for obtaining folders

2. I have extra copies of both the November ("World Music") and Holiday Pops CDs for $15 each. See me at the next rehearsal or send an email if you're interested in buying copies while supplies last.

3. We are also selling tickets for the April 8 Lord Nelson/Pope Marcellus and June 10 "Jazz Meets the Beatles" concerts. You can get these at our sales table on Monday evenings at the Oak Room.

4. Please mark your calendars----we will be recording our third commercial CD this June!. So if you're planning to sing at "An American Celebration" on May 27, you are welcome to join us. The recording will be at Enloe High School in Raleigh on Saturday June 3rd (the Saturday after Memorial Day) from 11AM to 7PM, although we will not be there the entire time. We just don't at this time have a firmer idea which half of that block we'll be working.

5. We are holding a ticket sales contest for April's concert among active CSC members. Here are the rules: 1) you must sell at least ten tickets 2) the winner will be announced at the orchestra rehearsal before the April concert 3) only $15 and $12 tickets count. Free children's tickets do not count. The winner will receive choice of either free dues for the 2006-07 concert year, or free music for the year.

6. Another mark-your-calendar: the Town of Cary's consultants are scheduled to unveil final(?) proposals and business plans for the downtown cultural arts district project at a Town Council workshop on Tuesday March 7. This meeting, which the public can attend, is at Town Council chambers at 4:30 PM.

I am seeking several persons to join me on a planning task force for a new high school age choir.

WHAT: As you may know we sponsor both an elementary school age group (Cary Children's Concert Choir) and a choir for middlers (Cary Junior Concert Choir). Our CSC strategic plan calls for a final chorus aimed at students in grades 10-12, which has been named Cary Concert Choir . We are proposing to debut this group in Fall 2007. Before that happens, we need to work out some details. These include a) finding students - developing appropriate publicity - introducing CCC to music teachers, etc. b) working out tuition and fees, c) finding an accompanist, d) setting a budget and identifying income sources, and e) setting policies.

WHEN: A limited duration -- beginning in May '06 and concluding by summer '07, no more than a few meetings, some tasks at home but probably not many hours. Beyond this, there are opportunities if you find the project interesting.

Thanks in advance for your consideration ---

Posted: Sun, 19 February 2006

Given that there is some question about tomorrow's (Monday's) weather, it seems appropriate to review our inclement weather policy.

* We will make a decision about any cancellations or postponments by 3 PM on the day of the rehearsal

* I will post a notice to the web site (http://www.concertsingers.org) main page, and also to the CSC answering line (678-1009) between 2PM and 3PM. Please check one of these resources if possible. You may also email executive@concertsingers.org but I cannot guarantee fast response. If we cancel I will also send an email to this list.

* DO NOT call Larry Speakman, please.

That said, it does not appear, based on current forecasts, that we will be looking at a cancellation.

Posted: Mon, 6 February 2006

#1 --- JUNE 10 CONCERT ROSTER -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Larry has selected the group who will sing in the June 10 "Jazz Meets the Beatles" program by Cary Voices Unlimited.

Beatles Group:
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Women:
Leslie Alger, Donna Parker, Jamie Fussell, Jan Mott, Barb Martin, Kelly Stephenson
Men:
Paul Stapleton, David Lindquist, Dave Lutz, Chris D'Costa, Rick Wiles, John Rowe

CVU Additional Singers:
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Women:
Cynthia Gywnn, Karen Davis, Jennifer Fahey, Nancy McDonald, Karen Boegert, Gloria Dragonette, Liz Cummings, Susan Royalty, Katy O'Brien
Men:
Simon Bate, Hal Bowman, Pete Sanderson

#2-------LAST CALL --- OUR NEXT SEASON SERIES EVENT IS FEBRUARY 11! (VALENTINE'S CLASSICS)
Take your sweetheart to an evening of love songs performed by our professional singers, and enjoy treats prepared by some of the area’s finest eateries. Saturday, February 11th 7:30 PM -- Glenaire Community Center -- 4000 Glenaire Circle—Cary General admission tickets are available at the door. Tickets are also available at Burt Music Company in Cary (1341 Kildaire Farm Road) $15.00 ($12 for seniors 60+ and students w/ID) children under 12 admitted free I have posted a color flyer to the web site in PDF if you'd like to help spread the word.

#3-------ANNOUNCING A SPECIAL BENEFIT FOR ALL MEMBERS AND OTHERS ON FEBRUARY 21ST!-------------------------------------- We are holding the first of what will likely be a series of FREE seminars of interest to singers. Tuesday, February 21st in the Oak Room (our regular rehearsal space) at 7:30 PM, approx. 90 minutes Topic: Life Style Habits and How they Impact Vocal Quality Presenter: Ms. Hope Ethington of Hope's Healthy Lifestyles Everyone is welcome to attend (including spouses, those who are not currently singing and other interested persons)

Today’s lifestyle’s are not compatible with maintaining a healthy larynx and usually lead to lifestyle induced degenerative diseases and in the case of the professional singer, loss of income. The proposed seminar will address factors that can negatively impact the quality of the professional singer’s voice. After the training, participants will be able to clearly identify lifestyle Choices that negatively impact the quality of their singing and implementation Strategies designed to enhance the vocal quality and ability A. Life Style Factors: B. External Factors C. Design Faults D. Effects of Medications E. Vocal Abuse F. Advice and Care for the Voice

After the session there will be an opportunity for people to discuss one-on-one training with the presenter, if they are so interested.

Posted: Fri, 2 February 2006

We need a couple more hands to help at the February 11 Valentines Classics program starting at 6:30 PM.

We need one more at the sales table (tickets) for sure. I have enough ushers.

Taker gets in free and receives Virtuoso credit.

Posted: Fri, 27 January 2006

#1 - MIDI Practice Files are available for Lord Nelson Mass. Thanks to Don Ward for assisting in producing this valuable resource at our practice page at http://www.concertsingers.org/practice.htm

#2 - Also, if you need a spring schedule it can be downloaded at http://www.concertsingers.org/IMAGES/2005_06season_2.pdf

#3-------OUR NEXT SEASON SERIES EVENT IS FEBRUARY 11! (VALENTINE'S CLASSICS)
Take your sweetheart to an evening of love songs performed by our professional singers, and enjoy treats prepared by some of the area’s finest eateries. Saturday, February 11th 7:30 PM -- Glenaire Community Center -- 4000 Glenaire Circle—Cary General admission tickets are available at the door. Tickets are also available at Burt Music Company in Cary (1341 Kildaire Farm Road) $15.00 ($12 for seniors 60+ and students w/ID) children under 12 admitted free I have posted a color flyer to the web site in PDF if you'd like to help spread the word.

Posted: Mon, 24 January 2006

Question 1: Would you please advise me if you ARE singing this spring but were absent last night? (Eleni, Barb Martin, Konstantina and certain chamber choir members, we know about you) I am asking because we ran out of some scores and need to get a number to order. If you need one, we need to know now.

Question 2: Do you need a name tag? (if you signed up for one last night, no need to ask a second time)

Posted: Mon, 23 January 2006

From Diane Villwock, Musicales Chair
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Happy New Year Everyone! I am looking for individuals to volunteer to work on 2 important tasks related to making Musicales a great success.

(For Newbies, Musicales is our large annual fundraiser with proceeds going to build up our endowment fund (which is now up to $77K or so due to the hard work of many individuals over the past several years). When the endowment fund reaches $100k, we will be able to use a percentage to fund operations and scholarships.)

Right away, I need someone who would enjoy calling about 12 hosts and helping them finalize a description of the menu for their event. Larry has already found the folks, we just need someone who would enjoy talking about the food. This needs to be done in the next week to 10 days. If I get more that 1 volunteer, we'll split the task among you. I do have the descriptions from past years so you have samples to work from.

In the 3rd week of February, we will need to have a mailing party. I would love someone to organize this. The mailing is of the invitation booklets for Musicales. If possible, we'd like to hand address them. We will get you plenty of hands to help.

Please be thinking ahead for this one...don't need an answer yet. This year, we want 2 singers to serve as greeters for each event. You will need to buy a ticket (as you will want to enjoy the food!). I'll wait and write again about this once the list of events is done, so you can pick a particular event you'd like to work on. I already have someone who will organize the greeters (one small meeting on the rehearsal night 2 weeks before the events start is required.)

Please do consider giving us a hand. All volunteer work for Musicales will help qualify you for Virtuosos!

Thanks
Please reply to : diane_villwock@yahoo.com

Posted: Thu, 19 January 2006

I have two volunteer opportunities. One is urgent!

#1 - URGENT - Need several hands to help stuff and post a mailing on THIS Saturday (1/21) beginning 9 AM. It will either be at a town facility or at my home -- will be announced tomorrow We have 700 or so envelopes to do.

#2 - We are also seeking ushers, "census takers", sales help, and some others to help at our February 11 concert (6:30 PM needed at Glenaire)

Both are good for "Virtuosos" credit.

"We're planning a social before rehearsal on Monday evening, and we'd like to solicit volunteers to bring some snacks/finger food and drinks. Plates, napkins, and cups will be provided. Please let Barbara Holbrook know by email (barbhraleigh@yahoo.com) what you'd like to bring, and she'll fill in what's missing. Suggestions:

2-liter Coke (or Pepsi), Diet Coke (or Pepsi), Sprite, Diet Sprite, Ginger ale, Apple Cider Cookies and brownies (homemade or bought), Chips and salsa, Nuts, pretzels, Vegetables and dip, Cheese and crackers",

I'll plan to meet the dinner divas for dinner and arrive a little before 7:00 to set up the food.

Barb Holbrook
barbh2@earthlink.net"

#1-------OUR NEXT SEASON SERIES EVENT IS FEBRUARY 11! (VALENTINE'S CLASSICS)

Take your sweetheart to an evening of love songs performed by our professional singers, and enjoy treats prepared by some of the area’s finest eateries. Saturday, February 11th 7:30 PM -- Glenaire Community Center -- 4000 Glenaire Circle—Cary General admission tickets are available at the door. Tickets are also available at Burt Music Company in Cary (1341 Kildaire Farm Road) $15.00 ($12 for seniors 60+ and students w/ID) children under 12 admitted free I have posted a color flyer to the web site in PDF if you'd like to help spread the word.

#2-------ANNOUNCING A SPECIAL BENEFIT FOR ALL MEMBERS AND OTHERS ON FEBRUARY 21ST!--------------------------------------

We are holding the first of what will likely be a series of FREE seminars of interest to singers.

Tuesday, February 21st in the Oak Room (our regular rehearsal space) at 7:30 PM, approx. 90 minutes Topic: Life Style Habits and How they Impact Vocal Quality Presenter: Ms. Hope Ethington of Hope's Healthy Lifestyles

Everyone is welcome to attend (including spouses, those who are not currently singing and other interested persons)

Today’s lifestyle’s are not compatible with maintaining a healthy larynx and usually lead to lifestyle induced degenerative diseases and in the case of the professional singer, loss of income. The proposed seminar will address factors that can negatively impact the quality of the professional singer’s voice. After the training, participants will be able to clearly identify lifestyle Choices that negatively impact the quality of their singing and implementation Strategies designed to enhance the vocal quality and ability
A. Life Style Factors: The well being of the voice is dependent upon the well being of the body Diet / Exercise / Alcohol / Smoking / Recreational drugs
B. External Factors
C. Design Faults
D. Effects of Medications
E. Vocal Abuse
F. Advice and Care for the Voice

After the session there will be an opportunity for people to discuss one-on-one training with the presenter, if they are so interested.

Briefly About Hope Ethington:
· Life style practitioner sought after as a healthy living speaker and coach.
· Her mission is to help people live their lives to the fullest in health.
· An experienced healthcare professional, educator and trainer:
o Behavioral Health Educator – Betsy Johnson Memorial Hospital.
o Assistant Director overseeing statewide disabilities program - ESNC.
o Statewide HR Trainer & Facilitator – Easter Seals NC (ESNC).
o Statewide CARF and HIPAA Trainer – ESNC.
o Certified Professional in Human Resources.
o Professional Certification in Dietary Supplements - Wake Forest Univ.
o Master’s of Science in Organizational Management.
o Bachelor of Science Experimental Psychology with a Minor in Life Span Development.

Posted: Fri, 13 January 2006

#1 - PRICE OF MUSIC FOR SPRING (APRIL AND MAY CONCERTS) will be $20 for symphonic choir and an additional $8 for chamber choir. This includes the Lord Nelson Mass score and various other pieces.

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#2 - ANNOUNCING A SPECIAL BENEFIT FOR ALL MEMBERS AND OTHERS ON FEBRUARY 21ST!
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We are holding the first of what will likely be a series of FREE seminars of interest to singers.

Everyone is welcome to attend (including spouses, those who are not currently singing and other interested persons)

Today’s lifestyle’s are not compatible with maintaining a healthy larynx and usually lead to lifestyle induced degenerative diseases and in the case of the professional singer, loss of income. The proposed seminar will address factors that can negatively impact the quality of the professional singer’s voice. After the training, participants will be able to clearly identify lifestyle Choices that negatively impact the quality of their singing and implementation Strategies designed to enhance the vocal quality and ability
A. Life Style Factors: The well being of the voice is dependent upon the well being of the body Diet / Exercise / Alcohol / Smoking / Recreational drugs
B. External Factors
C. Design Faults
D. Effects of Medications
E. Vocal Abuse
F. Advice and Care for the Voice

After the session there will be an opportunity for people to discuss one-on-one training with the presenter, if they are so interested.

Posted: Sun, 8 January 2006

This is information for chamber choir members who will start rehearsing tomorrow, January 9th.

* Remember rehearsal starts at 8 PM, Oak Room, Bond Park Community Center

* Music cost for the Pope Marcellus score is $8.00. We will NOT need checks etc. until 23rd. What we will do is combine this $8 with your symphonic choir music at that time.

* There is no rehearsal on the 16th.

* If you sang in chamber choir in the fall or were invited to join by Larry either in August or December, you are part of this chamber choir. If you're in doubt, please ask.

Posted: Thu, 5 January 2006

Before I begin, a note on these emails. I will be publishing different types of messages depending on content.

- Our (usually) weekly rundown of news and information, like this one, will be clearly labelled "Weekly News and Information".

- If we have a request for a response, for example if we need volunteers, or need an answer to a question, I'll send a separate message clearly labelled "Response Requested".

- A third type will be labelled "Special Rehearsal/Schedule Update" and will almost always have information for singers in the current project that may be time-sensitive.

- Finally, if there is a concert ahead, I'll send a "Concert Notice".

=== NEWS ON CD RECORDING ========================================================================

We did not get enough responses to make a recording on January 21 of "Holiday Pops" possible. We thank everyone who sent a reply and we'll try to reschedule this for some time in the spring.

=== "WORLD MUSIC" CDS ARE NOW AVAILABLE ========================================================

Those of you who ordered a copy of the November "World Music" can get one early by making arrangements with me (email executive@concertsingers.org or call 677-0589). If you want to wait I will have them at the chamber choir rehearsal on January 9th and at symphonic choir rehearsals starting January 23rd.

=== LAST CALL on ordering copies of the Holiday Pops recording from December 3 ============================

Price = $15 (or less)--unless I do not get enough sign ups., SAMPLE OF MUSIC: http://www.manring.net/pub/CSC_Christmas_12-3-05/CSC_Gloria-Bass_12-3-05.mp3, (Warning: Over 7MB---may take time to download!), I will place the order FRIDAY so you need to request a CD by then. After that I cannot guarantee price or availability. If you already placed an order you do not need to do so again.

=== THIRD CALL ON LOST MUSIC =====================================================================

One of you (I think it may be a tenor based on music markings) left your music folder in the choir room after the December 17 concert. Let me know if you'd like it back & how we can get it to you. This is the last time I'll mention this.

=== VOLUNTEERS NEEDED ==========================================================================

We are looking for volunteers to serve on three projects. If you responded to #1 or #2 already, no need to do so again

1) Valentine's Gala Decorating Committee Three or four people who will prepare the Glenaire Community Center hall for our Valentine's Gala concert on February 11th. This group may meet once to work out a plan but that' may be it. We can do this before or after rehearsals. Funds will be available to a limit TBA.

2) Publicity Team for Spring concerts I'm looking for some help to put up posters, prepare postcard mailings etc. for one or more of our four spring concerts (Feb 11., Apr 8, May 27, June 10).

3) Someone who will call Musicales..a la Carte hosts who already signed up and work on finalizing menus with them. Needs to be done in the next few weeks. Contact Diane Villwock at diane_villwock@yahoo.com

=== FOOD NEEDED for "FIRST NIGHT" ================================================================

As is our tradition we have a social before 1st rehearsal of the term. We are seeking volunteers to (a) coordinate this and (b) volunteer to bring various snacks and non-adult beverages for Monday, January 23rd.

A reminder that the new term begins Monday. Here's the rundown:

April 8, 2006 - Lord Nelson and Pope Marcellus Masses

Symphonic choir starts Monday, January 23rd at 7:15 PM. That week only plan to be at rehearsal until 9:45. After that the symphonic choir rehearses from 7:15 to 8:45 as usual.

Chamber choir starts **this coming** Monday, January 9th at 8:00 PM. If you sang in chamber choir this fall or were invited by Larry to sing in chamber choir back in August, you are eligible to sing in chamber choir. You will rehearse on the 9th until 9:30, then your NEXT rehearsal for chamber choir isn't until January 30th (8:45-9:45).

Again, we are holding no rehearsals on King Day, January 16th.

Posted: Mon, 2 January 2006

Another call for volunteers...

We need several people to help distribute music at our "first night" for symphonic choir on January 23rd at Bond Park Community Center. You will also take cash and checks as needed. This is good credit for Virtuosos!

Posted: Fri, 30 December 2005

Kathy Payne needs one volunteer to greet audition candidates at the Page-Walker on Monday, January 9 between 6:30 and 8:00 PM. You will want to arrive before 6:30 to go over the drill. Please advise if you can help -- first come first serve!

Posted: Thu, 29 December 2005

We are looking for volunteers to serve on two projects.

2) Publicity Team for Spring concerts I'm looking for some help to put up posters, prepare postcard mailings etc. for one or more of our four spring concerts (Feb 11., Apr 8, May 27, June 10).

As always this is credit for Virtuosos Program!

Posted: Wed, 28 December 2005

1. LAST CALL for CD recordings of December 3rd's "Holiday Pops in Cary". Price = $15 (or less)--unless I do not get enough sign ups., SAMPLE OF MUSIC: http://www.manring.net/pub/CSC_Christmas_12-3-05/CSC_Gloria-Bass_12-3-05.mp3, (Warning: Over 7MB---may take time to download!), I will place the order on Wed. Jan 4th, so you need to request a CD by then. After that I cannot guarantee price or availability. If you already placed an order you do not need to do so again.

2. By the way, I picked up the CDs for the November "World Music" concert yesterday. Those of you who ordered a copy can get one early by making arrangements with me (email executive@concertsingers.org or call 677-0589). If you want to wait I will have them at the chamber choir rehearsal on January 9th and at symphonic choir rehearsals starting January 23rd.

3. Regarding possible recording on January 21st: Looks like this will not happen. We did not get enough interest from the group. But please stand by until Friday for an official, final word from Larry.

4. SECOND CALL FOR LOST MUSIC -- one of you (I think it may be a tenor based on music markings) left your music folder in the choir room after the December 17 concert. Let me know if you'd like it back & how we can get it to you.

5. CONCERT OF INTEREST: The Town of Cary's Marvelous Music Series presents the Harlem Gospel Choir The world famous H arlem Gospel Choir is one of the preeminent gospel choirs in the world. It travels the globe, sharing its joy of faith through its music and raising funds for children’s charities. The Choir is a gathering of the finest singers and musicians from various Black Churches in Harlem. The theme of every performance is bringing people and nations together and giving something back. Their songs of inspiration touch the depths of the soul and raise spirits to angelic heights. This concert is presented in conjunction with MLK Jr. Dreamfest 2006. Visit the performer’s website at http://www.harlemgospelchoir.com/. Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center Wed, Jan 11, 7:30 p.m. Individual tickets on sale in person at the Herbert Young Community Center or through Ticketmaster (919-834-4000) or http://www.ticketmaster.com. Call 469-4061 for concert information.

6. ALSO OF INTEREST: The new Cary Gallery of Artists (see http://www.carygalleryofartists.org/) is selling copies of our hit CD "Joy! to the World". But you may want to visit them just to see the artworks they're showing. The Gallery is at 200 Academy Street (Ashworth Village) across from Serendipity.

Posted: Tue, 20 December 2005

Before I begin, one of you (I think it may be a tenor based on music markings) left your music folder in the choir room on Saturday night. Let me know if you'd like it back & how we can get it to you.

REGARDING THIS WEEKEND'S CONCERTS.
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CARY JUNIOR CONCERT CHOIR, FRIDAY
CJCC presented for the very first time at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Cary. Eighteen singers in grades 7-9, led by Melody Zentner, performed eight songs from a wide variety of traditions (from Schubert's "Kyrie Eleison" and arrangements of the traditional "in dulci jubilo" and "et in terra pax" texts to contemporary carols by Sally Albrecht and Jerry Estes. We also picked up a debut audience of 80. The first outing was very promising, and we look forward to the next CJCC concert on May 6th. We are working on a possible CD -- if you're interested in a copy, let me know. Photos (by DRL) -- http://www.concertsingers.org/Photos/CJCC1/index.html

CHAMBER CHOIR, SATURDAY
The 50-member Chamber choir concluded the Fall-Winter series that began in November with a reading of both classical and pops works of the season, all a cappella. The ticketed audience numbered