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This Sunday, March 25, our Dress Rehearsal will be 7-9:00 pm.
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Dress Rehearsal
Tuesday, March 20th, 2012
More Info
Tuesday, March 20th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: More info
Tickets for Songs of Sunset are here. See your Section Leader. I hope that each singer will sell five tickets. You might consider buying them and giving them to friends. Our tickets are half the price at the door.
I will bring copies of our flyer and bring them on Saturday for those who don’t have color printers.
Ninth Rehearsal Preview
Tuesday, March 20th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Welcome to our 9th rehearsal of Spring 2012! Please sign in.
Once again, thanks for your outstanding performance of Jazz Mass last Tuesday. It was a great night. I have seen the video that looks great. I haven’t heard the recording, but hope to very soon.
Also, I have just received the recording of our Chichester Psalms from last Fall. I hope to make copies available to you very soon. Sounds awesome!
Please bring your Barber, Sondheim and Bernstein choruses tonight.
Spring 2012 Schedule (no changes)
This Saturday, March 24, 1:00 pm – Full Rehearsal (SATB)
This Sunday, March 25, 5:00 pm – Dress Rehearsal: Songs of Sunset, Bishop Ireton
Saturday, March 31, 3:00 pm – Concert: Songs of Sunset, Church of the Epiphany
Sunday, April 1, 3:00 pm Concert: Songs of Sunset, Bishop Ireton HS
Thursday, April 26, 7:30 pm Band/Chorus Spring Concert, Schlesinger Center
Saturdays
3/24 Full Rehearsal (SATB)
4/7 women
4/14 men
4/21 Full Rehearsal (SATB)
Other Calendar items
This Friday, March 23, 5:30 pm – My choir from Richmond will sing Evensong at Washington National Cathedral. I hope you can attend.
Friday, April 27
4:00 pm – Voice Master Class by Dr. Karen Murphy, Professor of Collaborative Piano at Mississippi State University
7:30 pm – Voice Recital by Jonathan Price, tenor, Masters candidate at New England Conservatory (son of former NVCC faculty Kathy Price)
Performance Promotion
Monday, March 19th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Please publicize this concert by the NOVA Community Chorus (AL).
A flyer (.pdf) is attached. (This is the corrected flyer.)
SONGS OF SUNSET By Frederick Delius
NOVA Community Chorus
Dr. Mark Whitmire, Director
with The Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic
FEATURING
Grace Gori, Mezzo-Soprano
& Aurelius Gori, Baritone
Saturday, March 31, 3pm
Church of the Epiphany
1317 G St, NW
Washington DC
Sunday, April 1, 3pm
Bishop Ireton High School
201 Cambridge Rd.
Alexandria, VA
Tickets
$10 advance
$20 at the door
703/845-6097
mwhitmire@nvcc.edu
This concert is presented as a part of the Delius Society’s international celebration of the 150th anniversary of the birth of the composer.
Performance Feedback
Thursday, March 15th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers-
Tuesday
What an unbelievably exciting performance of Jazz Mass. It was so much fun. Thanks for all your smiles.
Today
Now please turn your attention to Songs of Sunset. Jazz Mass is a good piece of music. This is a great piece. Let’s do it justice.
This Saturday (3/17) is Men’s rehearsal at 1:00 pm. Green beer, anyone?
Next Tuesday (3/20) we will look briefly at some of the pieces for our April 26 concert ( Barber, Bernstein, Sondheim), so be sure to have your music. I hope to get rehearsal CDs prepared soon.
Next Friday (3/23) at 5:30 pm my church choir (St. James’s, Richmond) will sing Evensong at Washington National Cathedral. The service will include a piece for the Rachmaninoff liturgy that we sang in the fall. I hope that you can attend.
Next Saturday (3/24) is a very important Full Rehearsal (SATB). I need everyone to be there.
Next Sunday (3/25) is our 5:00 pm Dress Rehearsal with the orchestra at Bishop Ireton HS. This rehearsal in mandatory.
And then,
Saturday, March 31, 3:00 pm – Concert: Songs of Sunset, Church of the Epiphany
Sunday, April 1, 3:00 pm Concert: Songs of Sunset, Bishop Ireton HS
Thursday, April 26, 7:30 pm Band/Chorus Spring Concert, Schlesinger Center
Performance Promotion
Tuesday, March 13th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: We got promoted here. Spread the word!
Vocalise for March 13, by Singer Source
This Week in Alexandria, by Musical Alexandria
Performance Guidance
Tuesday, March 13th, 2012
Getting ready for tonight’s performance? Be sure to review the document:
Performance Guidance (PDF always linked on the right side of the page >>> )
Details include (but not limited to):
* Please refrain from wearing scented products, including perfumes, some hair sprays, etc. Also be mindful of oral hygiene.
* We often do not have changing or secure storage facilities backstage. Bring only what you intend to have with you onstage.
* When filing onto stage, climb the risers at the end, and then walk to your place.
* Keep your music at your side while walking.
* While standing, do not lock your knees. If you feel faint, alert the singers on both sides and sit down on your own riser with their help.
* Be careful when stepping off risers. You can easily trip and fall.
* When filing off of the stage, do not walk to one end and jump off.
* Caution: water is not allowed on stage during performances. Cough drops in your pocket are a good emergency measure for performances.
Performance Call
Saturday, March 10th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers- The call on Tuesday is 6:30 pm on stage in Schlesinger. I look forward to seeing you then.
Orchestra Rehearsal
Friday, March 9th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers- I will be rehearsing Songs of Sunset with the orchestra this Sunday (3/11) at 6:00 pm at Bishop Ireton High School cafeteria. If you want to get a preview of what it sounds like, please drop by.
Messiah Singalong
Friday, March 9th, 2012
From Fred: The rarely performed Easter parts of “The Messiah” will be performed on Easter Sunday night as a singalong at the Clarendon United Methodist Church. This is a great chance to sing it once again or to try and sing it for the first time or… just go listen from the middle of the 300 + voice chorus. … in English. Here is some of the info on the attached press release:
“On April 8, 2012, Dr. Lewis will lead full orchestra, harpsichord, organ, guest soloists, and the audience in Parts Two and Three of George Frideric Handel’s Messiah. The program will begin at 7:00 p.m. with a brief pre-concert recital. There is no admission charge for the performance; however, a $20.00 donation is suggested. A reception will follow the evening’s events. The church is handicapped accessible and nursery care is provided.
Conductor:J. Reilly Lewis
Guest Soloists: Kara Morgan, soprano
Sarah Mesko, mezzo-soprano
Devin Mercer, tenor
Steven Combs, baritone”
Go early to find a good parking place, check in, find your friends, listen to the pre-concert recital. Press Announcement (.pdf), Concert Flyer (.pdf)
Dress Rehearsal Audio
Wednesday, February 29th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Here is This is the day (.mp3 file) from last night’s rehearsal. Enjoy.
Frequently Used Documents
Wednesday, February 29th, 2012
Reminder: Frequently Used Documents are always linked on the right side of the page:
Info for New Members (Great refresher for current members, too)
Dr. W’s Choral Singing Tips
Performance Guidance (includes concert dress guidelines)
Join the Chorus
Eighth Rehearsal Post
Wednesday, February 29th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Dear singers- thanks for the great rehearsal last night. You made me vey happy. If you missed last nights rehearsal for any reason, please contact me immediately
Eighth Rehearsal Preview
Tuesday, February 28th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers- Welcome to our 8th rehearsal of Spring 2012! Please sign in.
Please proof the program roster for errors/omissions. [See e-mail]
Tonight is our Dress Rehearsal in Schlesinger for Jazz Mass. Try to arrive early so we don’t lose valuable time. After break I plan to go back to the ChorusRoom (AT130) and rehearse Songs of Sunset. Be sure to bring your music.
This Saturday (3/3) at 1:00 pm – Women, All Delius
Next Tuesday 3/6- Spring Break, No Rehearsal
Spring 2012 Schedule [no changes]
Tuesday, March 6 – Spring Break, No Rehearsal
Tuesday, March 13, 7:30 pm – Concert: Jazz Mass, Schlesinger Center
Sunday, March 25, 5:00 pm – Dress Rehearsal: Songs of Sunset, Bishop Ireton HS
Saturday, March 31, 3:00 pm – Concert: Songs of Sunset, Church of the Epiphany
Sunday, April 1, 3:00 pm Concert: Songs of Sunset, Bishop Ireton HS
Thursday, April 26, 7:30 pm Band/Chorus Spring Concert, Schlesinger Center
Saturdays
3/3 women
3/10
3/17 men
3/24 Full Rehearsal (SATB)
4/7 women
4/14 men
4/21 Full Rehearsal (SATB)
Other Calendar items
Friday, March 23 – My choir from Richmond will sing Evensong at 5:30 pm at Washington National Cathedral. I hope you can attend.
Friday, April 27 – Jonathan Price, son of former NVCC faculty Kathy Price, will present at voice recital at 7:30 pm here in AT130.
Concert Promotion
Tuesday, February 28th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Hi Nancy- I love your energy. Hopefull everyone will spread the word.
Here is the info
“When the Saints Go Marching”
A concert featuring
NOVA Jazz Combo, the NOVA Faculty Jazz Ensemble
and
NOVA Community Chorus
Including the Northern Virginia premiere of
Jazz Mass, by Mark Whitmire
Tuesday, March 13, 7:30 pm
Schlesinger Concert Hall Center
3001 N. Beauregard
No tickets required, donations requested
703-845-6097
Seventh Rehearsal Preview
Tuesday, February 21st, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Welcome to our 7th rehearsal of Spring 2012! Please sign in.
Please proof the program roster for errors/omissions. [See e-mail]
This Saturday, February 25, we have an important Full Rehearsal for Jazz Mass. Please plan to be there.
Next Tuesday, February 28, is our Dress Rehearsal in Schlesinger for Jazz Mass. Are you ready?
Please remember we have an important Full Rehearsal for Jazz Mass on Saturday, February 25. Please plan to be there.
Spring 2012 Schedule [no changes]
Saturday, February 25, 1:00 pm – Full Rehearsal
Tuesday, February 28, 7:30 pm – Dress Rehearsal, Schlesinger Center
Tuesday, March 6 – Spring Break, No Rehearsal
Tuesday, March 13, 7:30 pm – Concert: Jazz Mass, Schlesinger Center
Sunday, March 25, 5:00 pm – Dress Rehearsal: Songs of Sunset, Bishop Ireton HS
Saturday, March 31, 3:00 pm – Concert: Songs of Sunset, Church of the Epiphany
Sunday, April 1, 3:00 pm Concert: Songs of Sunset, Bishop Ireton HS
Thursday, April 26, 7:30 pm Band/Chorus Spring Concert, Schlesinger Center
Saturdays
2/25 Full Rehearsal (SATB)
3/3 women
3/10
3/17 men
3/24 Full Rehearsal (SATB)
4/7 women
4/14 men
4/21 Full Rehearsal (SATB)
Concert Poster
Friday, February 17th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Here is a flyer for our Jazz Mass concert (.pdf). Spread the word.
Yours-DrW
Victorian Lyric Opera Company
Wednesday, February 15th, 2012
Chorister Debbie P is part of this upcoming production:
For more information: Victorian Lyric Opera Company
Songs of Sunset Text
Tuesday, February 14th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Here is the text of Songs of Sunset (.pdf). The words are as romantic as the music. Enjoy!
Sixth Rehearsal Preview
Tuesday, February 14th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Welcome to our 6th rehearsal of Spring 2012! Please sign in.
Thanks to the Tenors who rehearsed last Saturday at noon.
And to the large group who came Women’s Rehearsal at 1:00 pm.
Men’s Rehearsal this Saturday at 1:00 pm.
There only one more rehearsal before our Tuesday, February 28 Dress Rehearsal in Schlesinger for Jazz Mass. Are you ready?
Please remember we have an important Full Rehearsal for Jazz Mass on Saturday, February 25. Please plan to be there.
Spring 2012 Schedule [no changes]
Tuesday, February 28, 7:30 pm – Dress Rehearsal, Schlesinger Center
Tuesday, March 6 – Spring Break, No Rehearsal
Tuesday, March 13, 7:30 pm – Concert: Jazz Mass, Schlesinger Center
Sunday, March 25, 5:00 pm – Dress Rehearsal: Songs of Sunset, Bishop Ireton HS
Saturday, March 31, 3:00 pm – Concert: Songs of Sunset, Church of the Epiphany
Sunday, April 1, 3:00 pm Concert: Songs of Sunset, Bishop Ireton HS
Thursday, April 26, 7:30 pm Band/Chorus Spring Concert, Schlesinger Center
Saturdays
2/18 men
2/25 Full Rehearsal (SATB)
3/3 women
3/10
3/17 men
3/24 Full Rehearsal (SATB)
4/7 women
4/14 men
4/21 Full Rehearsal (SATB)
Sing Well-DrW
The Delius Society
Monday, February 13th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Friends- The Delius Society in the UK is leading effort to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the composer’s birth. I am happy to say that our concerts featuring Songs of Sunset are listed. Our’s appear to be the only American performances listed. Scroll down to 31 March and 1 April or go to this link.
http://www.delius.org.uk/forthcomingconcerts.htm
Yours-DrW
Rehearsal Reminder
Saturday, February 11th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Reminder:
Tenor Rehearsal today 12:00 noon-12:45 pm
Women’s Rehearsal 1:00-2:15 pm
-DrW
Fifth Rehearsal Preview
Tuesday, February 7th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers,
Welcome to our 5th rehearsal of Spring 2012!
Please sign in.
Attendance
Please try not to be absent. If you miss more than two rehearsals during preparation for a concert, you will be asked to audition to demonstrate preparedness. Please notify Section Leaders of absences:
Soprano-Peggy Harrison, peggyh [at] ix [dot] netcom [dot] com
Alto-Debbie Peetz, peetz [at] rand [dot] org
Tenor-Larry Goldschmidt, lgold2 [at] comcast [dot] net
Bass-Ray Lombardi, rayjoyce2408 [at] verizon [dot] net
Thanks to the Basses who got together on their own last Saturday in my absence. I appreciate your commitment.
If there are Tenors who would like to rehearse this Saturday, I can work with you at 12 noon. Please let me know.
Women’s Rehearsal is this Saturday at 1:00 pm.
Thanks for all the good wishes and kind words regarding my mother who I visited in Texas last week. She is in a rehabilitation hospital and is in good physical health and fair mental health.
Sing Well-DrW
Fourth Rehearsal Preview
Tuesday, January 31st, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers,
Welcome to our 4th rehearsal of Spring 2012!
Please sign in.
Attendance
Please try not to be absent. If you miss more than two rehearsals during preparation for a concert, you will be asked to audition to demonstrate preparedness. Please notify Section Leaders of absences:
Soprano-Peggy Harrison, peggyh [at] ix [dot] netcom [dot] com
Alto-Debbie Peetz, peetz [at] rand [dot] org
Tenor-Larry Goldschmidt, lgold2 [at] comcast [dot] net
Bass-Ray Lombardi, rayjoyce2408 [at] verizon [dot] net
Thanks to the fine group of Women who came to rehearsal on Saturday.
We will not have Men’s Rehearsal this Saturday, as I will be in Texas caring for my mother. Please get together among yourselves and practice.
Music – All music, worksheets and music learning files can be found at novachorus.org/music-files.
Haiti Video
Friday, January 27th, 2012
From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers-
As you will recall, I went on humanitarian trip to Haiti last November. One of the participants put together this video that I think you will enjoy.
I look forward to our Women’s rehearsal tomorrow at 1:00 pm.
Yours-DrW