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Summer Spectacular Bits

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Hi All
There are a few tickets left for the performance, if you would like any of them could you let us know asap as Sarah is doing a table plan.
I am assuming that everyone who hasn’t told me that they are not coming is attending the Concert, we need to know for a seating plan. So if you have been attending choir we am assuming that you will be attending.
On A Clear Day has been taken out of the programme. We will be running through the whole of the programme in order on Thursday adding in the soloist. Anyone who has not managed to go through their solo with Chris could you please come to rehearsal early before the rehearsal starts please.
Uniform – we will be wearing the same as we wore for the Golden Concert. But we have made a decision that you can wear appropriate proper sandals if you would prefer. So what is appropriate? Gold or Black would be great, and anything neutral in colour – no red green etc. Please remember that you have to stand and walk in them so men no high heels!
Normal black trouser ladies. Men if you have a short sleeved black shirt that would be acceptable with your black trousers and you don’t have to wear your jackets!!!
There are a few of you who have not had gold bow ties and I will try and remember those on Thursday.
Raffle Prizes – if you still have a Raffle Prize could you please bring it on Thursday it will be too late to bring it in on Saturday. Thanks
Cakes – Obviously we will need those on Saturday could you pop them into the Village Hall in the morning to give everyone time sort them out. If they need slicing it would be appreciated if you could do that before hand. As there are no fridges could we not have fresh cream in them or anything that will melt. Hopefully it will not be as hot as today but it still will be warm. All help much appreciated on Saturday morning from 9.00am. And as much help at the end to put chairs, tables away, etc etc as we have to vacate as it is booked after us.
It’s going to be a great day so lets all have a lovely time and keep smiling.
Lin

Summer Spectacular

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Hi Folk
Back to choir for two more rehearsals before the Summer Spectacular.
Just a few requests. RAFFLE PRIZES. We will be having a raffle and if anyone has some nice prizes that could be included we would be very grateful if you could either bring them this Thursday of next. If they are brought on the day it does make it complicated as the list has already be produced and is difficult to add them.
We will need lots of help to set up before the Concert, Tables Chairs, choir chairs, laying tables, crockery, cutlery, sorting cakes, decorations, etc etc
We will also need help afterwards, washing up, sorting the crockery, chairs away, etc etc. We have an added problem as there are hirers in after us and we need to be out by 6.00pm.
If there is anyone available to collect equipment etc from the lock up on the Friday before and return it on the Sunday that would be appreciated.
If there are any partners who could help front of house, in the Kitchen, with the raffle then please let us now.
There are still a few tickets available if you know anyone that would like to attend let Eric know.
Thanks everyone really appreciate any help see you Thursday.
Lin

Fwd: Cakes List

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Hi All
Cakes Please
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Maureen has asked me to remind you about the cakes for the Summer Spectacular. Some of you have already added your names to the original list but for those not attending at the moment or haven’t done so yet perhaps you can let Maureen know what cakes you would like to make for the Refreshments at the Summer Spectacular.
Thanks
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Fwd: AGM – Committee

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Hi All
Rebecca Williams emailed me to ask what is expected from the different roles of the Committee and she suggested that I send the reply to the rest of the choir members.
Thanks Rebecca
Lin

It is in the Constitution and Rules of the Choir what the roles do. The Vice Chairman  was only added recently but their role is to assist the chairman and to step in when the Chairman is unavailable. 

ROLE OF INDIVIDUAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Chairman

  1. Will represent the group at any event or meeting where a representative is invited or desirable.
  2. Will chair the AGM and General Meetings. He/She may be called upon to make a casting vote when necessary.
  3. Will chair committee meetings and enter into discussions as a full committee member.

Secretary

  1. Will take and keep minutes of all Committee meetings.
  2. Will be responsible for publishing Committee reports and minutes.
  3. Will deal with all correspondence in accordance with Committee’s wishes.
  4. Will keep an up-to-date membership list.
  5. Will be a full Committee member and be able to speak and vote as other Committee members.

Treasurer

  1. Will keep accounts and be responsible for all money.
  2. Will collect subscriptions.
  3. Will be responsible for all insurances.
  4. Will prepare and present financial reports for General Meetings.

Committee Members

  1. Will assist the officers of the Committee in administration and decision making.
  2. Will endeavour to represent the members’ views to the Committee and vice-versa.

All Committee members will be expected to assist in organising and co-ordinating social events and fund-raising when necessary.  These items to also include as many members of the group as are willing or available.

Any Committee member absent for three consecutive business meetings without justified apologies will be considered to have resigned.

MUSIC COMMITTEE

The music committee will be made up the Chairman, Musical Director, Assistant Musical Director, Music Librarian and one representative elected by each singing part, i.e. Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass. The representative does not have to be a member of the part he or she represents. A pianist should be invited, as usually pieces of music need to be played to be evaluated by the committee. It is envisaged that the Music Committee would meet at least twice a year but more meetings can be called as required.

The music committee is responsible for choosing what songs the choir sings. The main committee with the Musical Director is responsible for putting the concert programmes together and the choice of any concert partners.

Lin

All The Best

Lin

AGM – Committee

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Hi All
Just to update you all on the current situation with Committee Members.
It worked out that the five current committee members have all served two years and are all up for re- election and they have all said that they are happy do do so. This does not mean that anyone wanting to be on the committee cannot apply it will just mean that we have a vote at the AGM. We have done this in the past.
Chairman – as you know I am standing down. Eric has said that he will stand but again anyone can still put their name forward. This does mean that if Eric is elected we will need someone to take the role of secretary.
Vice Chairman – as you know Natalie is standing down due to work commitments. Sarah has said that she would stand and if she gets elected then there will be one vacant place on the Committee
Treasurer – Sharon has said that she is willing to stand again.
Secretary – Currently held by Eric but if he does get elected as Chairman then this post will become vacant.
There will be a form tonight at choir if anyone would like to be added as a candidate. If you are not attending during the next few weeks and would like to be added please let either Eric or myself know.
Hope this helps to clarify the situation. I know clear as mud!!
MUSIC COMMITTEE
Tony Jardine is willing to stay as Music Librarian
Maggie Jacobs – Alto Rep Hilary Green. – Sop Rep Percy Knight. – Tenor Rep Eric Gerrey. – Bass Rep
I am assuming that the Reps would like to stay on the Music Committee. If anyone else would like to be considered please let us know.
Hope you have a good rehearsal.
Lin

Fwd: URC concert

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Subject: URC concert

Hi all.
Here are the details for the URC Bitterne Concert next Thursday, 23rd June.
URC Bitterne, 446 Bitterne Road, SO18 5EF. Margaret has suggested parking in Angel Crescent Car Park. It’s free for 2 hours and 50p for an extra hour.
Concert starts at 2pm. Chris would like us to be there for 1.40pm
Songs:
Joseph medley (maybe not the whole thing but I think we could do some of this)

Chattanooga choo-choo
what a wonderful world

Singalong: I got rhythm, the bare necessities

Fields of gold
can you feel the love tonight

Singalong: zipadeedooda, supercalafragilistic

singing in the rain
A million dreams
Singalong: my Favourite things, Edelweiss 

You raise me up 
Pinball wizard
Sweet Caroline
The sing-a long words will be on screens at the back and front of the hall so both audience and choir can see them.

What we are wearing:  White tops/shirts, colourful scarf/tie, black trousers.

You can contact me on maureenpay@yahoo.co.uk if you have any more questions. 
Many thanks to all who are coming.
Maureen

Fwd: URC concert

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Begin forwarded message:

From: Maureen Pay <maureenpay@yahoo.co.uk&gt;
Date: 15 June 2022 at 1:59:53 pm CEST
To: Lin <lin.j.kellaway@ntlworld.com&gt;
Subject: URC concert
Reply-To: Maureen Pay <maureenpay@yahoo.co.uk&gt;

Hi Lin can you please forward this email to members?
Thanks 
Mo
Hi All. For those members attending the URC Bitterne concert,  this is the running order from Chris. There may be one or two more songs (familiar ones). If you still have the words for the ‘sing-a-long’ songs that were sung at the Ukraine concert can you bring them please? If not Chris has some copies and I will copy some more. 
Lin has suggested wearing a white top with a colourful accessory (scarf for the ladies,  tie for the men?).

Joseph medley (maybe not the whole thing but I think we could do some of this)

Chattanooga choo-choo
what a wonderful world
Singalong: I got rhythm, the bare necessities
Fields of gold
can you feel the love tonight
Singalong: zipadeedooda, supercalafragilistic
singing in the rain
A million dreams
Singalong: my Favoutite things, Edelweiss 
You raise me up 
Pinball wizard
Sweet Caroline
Thanks from 

Fwd: CSSM Summer School of Music 2022 – 13 – 20 August 2022

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Sending on if anyone is interested

Begin forwarded message:

From: <philliptolley@colcanto.co.uk>
Date: 6 June 2022 at 12:25:49 CEST
To: <philliptolley@colcanto.co.uk>
Subject: CSSM  Summer School of Music 2022 – 13 – 20 August 2022

 

CSSM at Uppingham School in Rutland

13th – 20th August 2022

Dear Chorister,

 

We’d love you to try our annual musical summer school, CSSM, in our 75th anniversary year. We offer non-residential and residential places, and our timetable enables you to sing with the chamber choir, take part in the Art of Singing masterclass, enjoy Evensong in Uppingham School Chapel, and perform the Mozart Requiem with soloists and full orchestra – and still leaves time for ad hoc music-making opportunities available between the organised sessions.

 

What we do:

We bring together around 200 instrumentalists and singers of all standards, from early grades to semi-professional, and each participant creates their own bespoke week of musical activities from our selection. If you would like just to come and sing in either of our evening choirs, let us know – we’d be delighted to work out something special to suit you.

Our internationally renowned tutors, varied courses and daily free concerts (including professional performances) create a vibrant atmosphere, and most CSSM students return year after year, creating a strong camaraderie which they delight in sharing with musicians exploring the course for the first time. You’ll make new friends while enhancing your singing in a stimulating, immersive musical environment.

 

Financial Assistance:

Our brochure also has details of bursary and discount schemes available to some young and new applicants which may interest you.

 

Join us!

Further information about just how much music-making we manage to squeeze into one week is available at www.cssm.org.uk and you’ll find application forms to fill in  too. If you have any queries, please call Gareth Huw Davies on 07973430852 or email us at admin@cssm.org.uk

 

 

 

www.cssm.org.uk

 

Fwd: Singing Workshop Invite

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Sending on if interested

Begin forwarded message:

From: Jane Ryan <jane@operaupclose.com>
Date: 6 June 2022 at 16:34:51 CEST
To: undisclosed-recipients:;
Subject: Singing Workshop Invite

Hello, 
 
I am getting in touch from OperaUpClose as we are holding a creative singing workshop at MAST, Southampton, on 15 June, and we would love for your singers to join us!
 
Come together with vocal facilitator and operatic soprano Lynsey Docherty in a creative singing workshop exploring how to use your voice to create character and drama, and help OperaUpClose create a national sound representing coastal communities.
 
We will learn and record a new chorus by composer Laura Bowler and poet Glyn Maxwell, for our contemporary re-imagining of Wagner’s The Flying Dutchmantouring the UK this Autumn. Participants will also receive a free ticket to an opening performance of The Flying Dutchman at Turner Sims on 7, 8 or 9 September. 
 
Tickets for the workshop are free and you can book via for the MAST website: https://www.mayflowerstudios.org.uk/what-s-on/opera-up-close-tfd-22/
 
It would be fantastic if you could share the details with anyone you think might be interested in coming along.  If you can support us through a post on your social media channels, please let me know and I can send over an example post, if that would be helpful. 
 
If you have any questions about the workshop, please let me know. 
 
I look forward to hearing from you.

Have a lovely day,
Jane