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Feb 26, 2016 #8

ADMIN ISSUE OF THE GHC, HNC, SOUNDINGS & CCLT

CHOIR COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER<><><><><><><><> QUICK REMINDERS! <><><><><><><><>

Start-up, intake, concert, and other choir dates are listed on our

Choir Life Calendarand the events listed below also might be there.

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SPECIAL NOTES!!!!NO NUTS TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS (a repeat for new singers and veterans who missed it previously)

Our Tuesday/Thursday Tenor who is seriously allergic to nuts (all kinds) is with us again this season. As in past seasons she strongly requests no one (in any section) bring anything to choir that contains any type or amount of nuts. Even the smell on someone’s breath can trigger an anaphylactic reaction with drastic negative results. Please keep this request firmly in mind and make our GHC Tuesday practices an absolutely nut free time zone!

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ADMIN TEAM NOTESSHIVON

A warm welcome to all our new choir members, welcome back to all you returning singers, especially to those we haven’t seen for some years! 

If you haven’t been singing much lately, remember to take good care of your voice, and to avoid singing too loudly, especially if it’s feeling at all strained. 

Ginger Tea is a great drink to bring to choir, either hot or cold. It is delicious, stimulating and soothing for the throat, and a great aid to digestion.

No recipe is required - simply slice up a bunch of fresh ginger root (one-half cup sliced ginger would do well with 3-4 cups water), add water, and boil for at least 20 minutes, lid on the pot. If it's too strong for your taste, add more water, If it's not strong enough, boil it a little longer - maybe with the lid off, so it evaporates a bit. Add honey to taste. It keeps well in the fridge for days. A nice way to take care of your voice!

~ Shivon

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DENIS

It's lovely to be working with you in the singing of some favourites from past years that celebrate some of our wonderful guests. We will have some new songs for you to sing, but for the next week we'll continue working on these old favourites, some of which you may not have sung before yourself:

The Song Will Never End: in remembrance of our vocal coach Deborah MillarBright Angel: celebrating the visit of Susan Osborne in 2008Radha's Song: which Ann Mortifee has sung with us several times before, most recently in 2006Every Road Leads Home: celebrating the visits of Shari Ulrich in 2010 and 2014How We Love: Beth Chapman's wonderful song, which we last sang in 2013, when we sang it for herLet's Give Peace A Chance: written by Ann Mortifee, we sang it with Ann when many of us went over to sing for the Dalai Lama talk in Vancouver's Orpheum Theatre in 2004. That was a blast!

I hope that you are enjoying all these great songs!

~ Denis

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GLORIA

Welcome to all the new singers who have already registered for this session. Also welcome back some of you who are returning after being away for awhile. Looking forward to singing with you and our 20th Anniversary Concerts in June with Guest Artist Ann Mortifee. This is my 14th year in the choir and the day I joined was one of the best decisions I ever made.

~ Gloria

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BILL

Welcome all…new singers, returnees from last season and the prodigal singers who have been away for a while…to our circle of song! To repeat myself (from our Feb. 3rd newsletter)…

Another round, another songAnother chance to sing alongAnother season, another reason For singin’....Whoopee!

…and on another note…

Some rules for choral singing For those who haven’t seen them before or anyone who would simply like a re-chuckle or two:

~ Bill

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RECOMMENDED BY

THE GHC ADMIN TEAMMICHAEL WATERS IN CONCERT

Proceeds from this solo show at Hermann’s Jazz Club will go to the Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Centre Society’s efforts to assist Syrian immigrants. Society executive director David Lau will introduce the event.

“On his ten albums, Michael Waters is probably best compared to Leo Kottke, John Fahey, and John McLaughlin. His guitar work plays in uncharted rhythmic spaces, transforming the listening experience into both a personal and deeply shared musical journey.”

What: Michael Waters: Syrian Refugee Benefit ConcertWhere: Hermann’s Jazz ClubWhen: Sunday, Feb 28, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. (doors at 6:30 p.m.)Tickets: $15 to $18 (reservations at hermannsjazz.com)

See Times Colonist front page story

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GETTIN HIGHER CHOIR INFOGHC REGISTRATION

INFORMATION

A GETTIN' HIGHER CHOIR 20TH YEAR SPRING SEASON ELBOW JOGGLE

On Wednesday I sent out an email special with the above subject line to everyone on our Choir Community list that I don’t have registered in the GHC for this new season. So…if you received it and you think that I should have you registered please contact me right away.

If you received it and you have been intending to register, or you have a last minute urge to do so…again…please contact me right away.

bill@gettinhigherchoir.ca or 250-920-4160

In doing so you will be assisting Gloria in producing and distributing the right numbers of everything and you will keep yourself in my "Current GHC Singers Only" communications loop for...

updates regarding the GHC web site's “current singers only” section, that section's access codes, being on and having access to the current season's contact list and any other current members special announcement emails

Sing, be and do in joy at every opportunity

Bill

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GHC NEWS & BUSINESS

REMINDERS RE: BINDERS

Put a label with your name and possibly your phone number on the outside of your binder. That will reduce the chance of someone picking it up by accident and increase your chances of getting it back quickly if they do.

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NAME TAGSIf you’ve got them please wear them even if you have been in the choir so long that everybody should know you. It not only makes things easier for our new singers, it also makes things easier for memory challenged people like me.

Keeping your name tag in the inside pocket,of your binder or with its cord locked in the rings, so it is available to wear every time you come to choir is a good idea.

There will be new name tags available starting next week at choir for those that don’t already have them.

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A PARKING REMINDER FOR TUESDAY & THURSDAY SINGERS

Please do not park in the “residential parking only” areas. There is legal parking available on Superior, St. Lawrence (beside the park), Kingston and Erie streets.

There is also plenty of parking for $1 for two hours in the lot on St. Lawrence by Fisherman's Wharf. Be aware, however, that some choir members who have parked for over 2 hours have received tickets. Watch your timing or buy 2 tickets.

Of course, car pooling is always great! (SATB in every car). Make good use of this newsletters GHC Car Pooling Available & Wanted section.

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New members…are you wondering what the “Namaste” spoken by many of us at the end of each evening means? If so check out this video link that came to me via CorUnum’s “Yurt News” email

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41xuS84tYAM&feature=digest

As you will see it means many things that all add up to us honouring each other!

~ Bill

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PLANNING ON SUBMITTING ITEMS TO THE NEWSLETTER THIS SEASON?

As the season progresses you can plan ahead for your submissions to our Choir Community Issues by using the schedule that is available on our site’s Using Our Newsletters page.

By scrolling down the page you can also find Submission Guidelines and other information about using our newsletter effectively.

~ Bill

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When we love, we always strive to become better than we are. When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.”

Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

Editor’s Collection

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OTHER INFO ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY OF CHOIRS

HIGH NOON CHOIR NEWS & BUSINESS

THE WINTER SESSION OF THE HIGH NOON

New singers still welcome. Tuesdays, noon-1:30 This session runs til March 22.

Spring Season begins March 29, til June 14

Shivon Robinsong, Director and Gloria Hansen, Registrar.

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GHC & HNC CAR POOLINGWANTED & OFFERED

PLEASE NOTE:

To arrange car pools you can announce your request/offer at break time at choir (GHC or HNC).  You can also email me at billh@crucible.ca with your name, contact information, where you start from, whether you need a ride or are offering one and which choir you are in.  I will put a listing under the appropriate Car Pool heading for you in the next newsletter.  Don’t be shy about repeating your request in subsequent weeks at choir or in the newsletter if you don’t connect the first time.

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ADMIN TEAM SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

From time to time Shivon, Denis, Gloria or Bill will use this section to announce activities and events that they are involved in, or support, outside of their normal work for the choirs and the CCLT.

A time sensitive OPPORTUNITY TO SING

Fiddler on the Roof Sing-Along

Don't miss this rare chance to sing with Tevye, Golda and friends at a fun, "Fiddler on the Roof Sing-long" at Congregation Synagogue (1461 Blanshard Street) on Sunday March 6 @ 2:30 p.m. 

Tickets available only through ticketrocket.co

http://www.ticketrocket.co/event/details/87287/fiddler-on-the-roof-sing-a-long

This fun event is a fundraiser for the synagogue's Syrian Refugee Family Sponsorship Program

~ Bill (for Shoshana Litman, GHC, Tuesdays and Thursdays)

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CCLT GRADUATE’S NEWS & UPDATES

Please Pass This On TO POTENTIAL CHOIR LEADERS YOU KNOW

Information about the 2016 Community Choir Leadership Trainings (12th year) is now available on the CCLT website at:

http://www.communitychoirleadership.com

Please pass this information on to friends from far and wide who may be interested in learning how to organize, administer and direct a choir modeled on the Getting’ Higher Choir (or who may know someone else who might be interested). Passing the information on via any singing/music oriented organizations or newsletters as well as via any websites, blogs and social networking tools that you are involved with would also be appreciated.

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Please Pass This On TO POTENTIAL SINGERS…WHEREVER THEY MAY BE!

Many of the graduates of the Shivon and Denis’ Community Choir Leadership Training program (CCLT) are involved in choirs of their own across North America as well one each in Malaysia and Australia. The style of these choirs ranges from “influenced by” to “based on” the Gettin’ Higher Choir model.

You can find information about them by clicking on:

http://www.ubuntuchoirs.net/wp/member-choirs

If you know someone who might like to sing in a GHC/HNC style environment send them the above link so they can check to see if there is a sister choir in their area.

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CARI BURDETT CCLT3 - 2006/7 - DUNCAN

A call for singers to join “Sing For Water”

A great short project to dive deep into for the spirit of Water, celebrate community and Sing for the joy of bring together in harmony. 

Wednesday evenings and/or Friday mornings to April 17th ending in an an exciting Sing For Water Concert

Full details including repertoire videos

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DOUG PATERSON CCLT5 - 2008/09 - VICTORIA

In addition to being a song leader, singer, guitarist and music teacher Doug is a Contra Dance Caller.

On Saturday Feb. 27th he will be calling a dance with the live musical support of the Tradewell’s at St. Mathias church hall (Richardson & Richmond in Fairfield).

The Tradewells is made up of award winning Victoria fiddler Sarah Tradewell and her pianist mother Cheryl

Beginners welcome, no partner required. No experience necessary. Caller teaches dances on the spot

Admission $8

Introductory session for beginners at 7:00pm, Dance Saturday from 7:30pm to 10:00pm Please bring soft-soled shoes to dance in; street shoes

are not allowed and please come fragrance-free

Tea break with snacks

Event organizers http://www.victoriacontradance.com

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MARY-WYNNE ASHFORD CCLT9 2012 - VICTORIA

Songs For The Soul If you are interested in singing prayers and songs inspired by different faiths, you are most welcome to join us at my home. We sing Baha'i songs, Rumi, Lawrence Cole, October Project, and lots from the GHC core repertoire. Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:30 pmSunday afternoons from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. except the last Sunday of each month, when we don't meet

Please let me know if you are coming.250-479-9189 mwashford@gmail.com

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Our planet is a lonely speck in the great enveloping cosmic dark.  In our obscurity, in all this vastness, there

is no hint that help will come from elsewhere to save us from ourselves.

Carl Sagan Editor’s Collection

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CCLT GRADUATE’S NEWS & UPDATES CONTINUED

JEWEL SPOONER CCLT3 - 2006/7 - SIDNEY

You Are Invited To The 'Shoal Centre Song Circle':

Where: Shoal Centre Auditorium, 10030 Resthaven Drive, SidneyTime:  We meet Friday afternoons 2-3:00Cost: $6.00 pay at the front desk

 My intention is to share:    Beautiful Song    Connect In Grace

Live The Spirit Of Ubuntu.    In this circle, I hold space for the gift of singing & rhythm & movement.

Perhaps you know of someone in Sidney that would love to join our small & friendly, ALL inclusive group.

All voices welcome.My CCLT experience was life altering my eternal gratitude to Shivon & Denis for helping me to create a special place The Shoal Centre Song Circle.

Info & contact jewelspoon@telus.net   250-656-1047

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GUEST ARTIST UPDATESWhat are they doing now… with particular focus on their activities in the Victoria and South Island area.

COASTLINE

Featured Artist SpotlightSunday, March 27 @ 10:00 AMSun, Mar 27 @ 10:00 AM Fairfield United Church, 1303 Fairfield Rd, Victoria, British Columbia, CA

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OLIVER SWAIN’S BIG MACHINE

See the “Recommended by Shivon & Denis” section above

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Singing provides a true sense of lightheartedness. If I sing when I am alone, I feel wonderful. It's freedom.

Andrea Bocelli

Editor’s Collection

****************************************************************ROCK the Salish Sea Tour 2016HOLLY AND KEVIN WITH THE WILDS BAND

All concerts: 6:30pm doors – 7pm show time

APRIL 14, 2016 ~ Port Theatre, Nanaimo, BCAPRIL 21, 2016 ~ Cowichan Theatre, Duncan, BCAPRIL 28, 2016 ~ Oak Bay High School Theatre, Victoria, BC

Poster

Contact us for ticket details

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VALDY

Saltspring Island, BC, Mon., March 21, SSFolk Club w/ Amos GarrettSaltspring Island, BC, Sat., Apr. 2, Mass Choir!!! Singing my song!!! Mahon HallSaltspring Island , BC, Mon. April 18, Gumboot Gala @ Fulford Hall

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NEWSLETTER INFO

BASICS FOR NEW SINGERS

Our weekly newsletter is posted on the Newsletters page of our web site every Friday and an email announcement is sent out to our extended choir community of past and present members of the Getting’ Higher Choir, High Noon Choir and Soundings Vocal Ensemble plus Community Choir Leadership graduates. (1450+ people)

These two distinct issues alternate week to week:

The Choir Admin Issue (Part 1) Director's & Admin Notes plus GHC, HNC, Soundings & CCLT News & Business and other submissions from the administrations of those organizations only.

The Choir Community Issue (Part 2) Submissions accepted from all members of our choir community. Submission Deadline......Wednesday midnight of each week that this section is issued. There is an overview of how to use this issue in your binders. Full details are available on our web site’s Choir Life: Using Our Newsletters page.

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WHY THE “SUBMITTED BY…” LINES?

This past week a member of our community submitted an item for our next community issue on behalf of a non-member.  Due to some the item's contents that I considered questionable I suggested that she re-consider her submission in light of the "Responsibility For Submissions" section of our Newsletter's “Submission Guidelines” which starts with the following paragraph....

It would be impossible for the GHC administration to check out the veracity and value of every item submitted to the Community Issue of our newsletter.  With that in mind we ask you to please note that the appearance of any item in this newsletter does not constitute an endorsement by the GHC of whatever that item offers.  The responsibility for each item, therefore, rests with the person named in the “Submitted by…” line.  That is the reason it is there. (two more paragraphs)

If you have submitted items to our newsletter, or think you might do so in the future, and the forgoing is new information to you I recommend that you review the full Submission Guidelines which can be found on our site's Using Our Newsletters page.

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CHOIR & ADMIN TEAMWEB SITE LINKS

TheGettin’HigherChoir

GHCChoirLifeHome&CalendarAccessingournewsletters

Usingournewsletters

CommunityChoirLeadership

UbuntuChoirs

ShivonRobinsong

DenisDonnelly

Soundings Music Ensemble

Bill Hanson

The above list doesn’t appear in all issues of the newsletter

Suggestion: If you haven’t previously done so copy it to a Word or other text document for storage on your computer, or to print out, for future reference.

================== THATS NOT ALL FOLKS ================Our Choir Members Issue (Part 2) follows next Friday with lots ofinteresting submissions from other choir community members

plus some Quote Breaks and the Just For Fun section! Please submit any items you have for it by midnight

next Wednesday to bill@gettinhigherchoir.ca=====================================================You can always find links to both current and past newsletter issues at:

http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/choir_life/newsletters.php=====================================================