Mission & Vision
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Organizational MissionThe mission of Nashville Singers is to entertain, educate, unite and uplift our audiences and members through music that is distinguished for its innovation, diversity and artistic excellence. Philanthropic Mission
The philanthropic mission of Nashville Singers is to provide resources and support for music education in our schools and the community.
Leadership Mission
The leadership mission of Nashville Singers is to seek, develop, use and enhance the skills and talents of each member to such an extent that progress seems limitless.
Vision
The vision of Nashville Singers is to be a dynamic choral leader, enriching lives through the performance of significant music.
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About Us
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Nashville Singers, Inc. is a non-profit corporation and performing arts organization founded in 2008.
The members range in age from teenagers to retirees and reside in Brentwood, Hermitage, LaVergne, Lebanon, Nashville, Joelton, and Smyrna.
The group meets at Whitworth Memorial Baptist Church the first three Thursday evenings of each month from 7-10pm.
Membership in Nashville Singers is open to all men who demonstrate the ability, desire, and a commitment to excellence in vocal and choral performance.
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2010 Leadership
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2011 LEADERSHIP
Todd Wilson
Executive Director
Director of Music
Webmaster
Newsletter Editor
Bryan PatrickPresident/Board Chair Costume Manager  Sloan Yarborough
Vice-Chair
Assistant Director Bass Section Leader
 Ed LukeSecretary
Sergeant at Arms
Bruce CokeroftImmediate Past President Manager of Auditions
Ric DomenicoVP of Membership Development Lead Section Leader Music Engraver
Harlan Wilson
Board Member At Large
Performance Coach
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Current Repertoire
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REGULAR
Danny Boy
Dear Hearts and Gentle People
Happy Together
Home on the Range
Impossible Dream
My Lord and I
Shenandoah
Somewhere Over the Rainbow
The Lion Sleeps Tonight The Lord's Prayer
Lost in the Stars The Star Spangled Banner
HOLIDAY
Angels We Have Heard On High
Auld Lang Syne
Caroling, Caroling
Carol of the Bells
Do You Hear What I Hear
I Wonder What You're Doing for Christmas
Lo, How A Rose 'Er Blooming Santa Baby
Silent Night
The Secret of Christmas |
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Nashville Singers
In-Kind Sponsors
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Ocean Way Nashville
Recording Studios
1200 17th Ave S
Nashville 37212
615.320.3900
Carl Diebold
Sincera Media Solutions
www.sincera.tv
Dove Award-winning videographer
Suzi Moran
Graphic Designer
L & F Creative
518.869.6227, ext 129
Jeff Lava
Lighting
www.44designs.com
Kristopher Fisher
Sound
615-366-6588
Trade Show Exhibit Booth Grace Thomson
Private Voice Instruction Performance Coaching
For more information about becoming an in-kind sponsor of Nashville Singers, please click HERE to review a list of our current needs.
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Mission & Vision
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Organizational MissionThe mission of Nashville Singers is to entertain, educate, unite and uplift our audiences and members through music that is distinguished for its innovation, diversity and artistic excellence. Philanthropic Mission
The philanthropic mission of Nashville Singers is to provide resources and support for music education in our schools and the community.
Leadership Mission
The leadership mission of Nashville Singers is to seek, develop, use and enhance the skills and talents of each member to such an extent that progress seems limitless.
Vision
The vision of Nashville Singers is to be a dynamic choral leader, enriching lives through the performance of significant music.
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Affiliations
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Bruce Cokeroft Named Member of the Year
 | 2010 MOY award presented to Bruce Cokeroft by 2009 MOY recipient Todd Wilson
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Outgoing President, Bruce Cokeroft received the coveted Member of the Year Award for 2010. The presentation of Nashville Singers' most prestigious honor took place at the Award's Dinner on January 13.
Executive Director Todd Wilson remarked, "Bruce Cokeroft's contributions to Nashville Singers began before our very first meeting. He is one of the founders of the chorus, presided over the board of directors for two pivotal years during the star-up phase of our organization. Bruce has been responsible for protecting the musical integrity of the chorus in his critical role as Auditions Manager. He serves as tenor section leader and was recently recognized for outstanding concert ticket and advertising sales. Cokeroft also served as producer on the Nashville Singers debut CD, The Journey Begins. His skills as an ambassador for our organization and his ability to handle sensitive matters with class and diplomacy are second to none. It is said that great leaders lead by example. Bruce Cokeroft has done just that for over two years."
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Bryan Patrick Named Rookie of the Year
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| | 2010 ROY award presented to Bryan Patrick by 2010 President Bruce Cokeroft (photo by Jennifer Wilson) |
In addition to being elected as the 2011 President/Board Chair, Bryan Patrick received the first-ever Rookie of the Year Award for 2010 at last week's awards dinner.
Executive Director Todd Wilson remarked, "Bryan Patrick's influence on Nashville Singers has been profound and swift. He quickly earned a new board position known as the Vice-President of Fun, which suited his skills and personality perfectly. Bryan also took on the role of Costume Chairman, and secured in-kind sponsorships to reduce production expenses for our 2010 Fall/Holiday Concert. We are definitely poised for a great year with a man like Bryan at the helm."
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2010 Peak Performer Award Recipients
 | | Paul Gentry received 2010 Best Ticket Sales Award from Bruce Cokeroft (photo by Jennifer Wilson) |
 | Taylor Wilson received 2010 Best Attendance Award (94.6%) from Bruce Cokeroft
(photo by Jennifer Wilson) |
Other Peak Performers included:
Outstanding Advertising and Ticket Sales
Bruce Cokeroft, Ric Domenico
Outstanding Ticket Sales Doug Morrison, Mike Casper, Bryan Patrick
Outstanding Attendance
(greater than 90% of rehearsals, performances and recording sessions)
Bryan Patrick (94.0%), Ric Domenico (92.9%), Harlan Wilson (92.9%) Bruce Cokeroft (92.9%), Todd Wilson (91.1%)
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Quote of the Week
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"To sing like this, in the company of other souls, and to make th ose consonants slip out so easily and in unison, and to make those chords so rich they bring tears to your eyes...This is the power that choral singing has that other music can only dream of." - Garrison Keillor
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Today in Music History
January 17, 1976 - Barry Manilow scored his second US No.1 single with 'I Write The Songs', written by Beach Boy Bruce Johnson.
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Agenda for January 20th Meeting
SECTION I (new music)
(guests encouraged to sing with us)
7:00PM - tag time (Todd)
7:10PM - warm up/craft lesson (Sloan)
7:25PM - Man in the Mirror
7:45PM - Oh Bla Di Oh Blah Da
8:05PM - Tonight, Tonight
8:20PM - Satin Doll
SECTION II (non-singing time)
8:40PM - business meeting
8:50PM - break
SECTION III (prep for 2/21/11 gig)
(guests encouraged to sing with us)
9:10PM - Star Spangled Banner
SECTION IV (CD project prep)
(guests encouraged to observe quietly)
9:20PM - Silent Night
9:30PM - I Wonder What You're Doing for Christmas
9:40PM - Secret of Christmas
9:50PM - Lo, How A Rose E'er Blooming (Ric)
9:55PM - Closing song
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Grant Writer Needed
To help generate increase resources to fund new programs that support our mission, Nashville Singers is seeking a grant writer for some short-term, part-time, contract work. Click HERE to view the job posting on the Nashville Singers website. Applicants without grant writing experience need not apply.
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February 21 (Mon) - Nashville Singers will be performing the National Anthem performance for a Belmont University Women's Basketball game versus East Tennessee State University at the Curb Events Center;
MEMBERS: chorus call is at 6:30pm; our informal uniform; 7:00pm performance;
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SPRING
April 23 (Sat) First Annual Nashville Singers Golf-A-Palooza golf tournament. Stay tuned to future issues of Nashville Singers News for more details as they become available. This tournament will be open to members and non-members alike and will be a great opportunity to have fun, make some new friends ands raise money to support our philanthropic mission. Advertising and sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, contact Todd Wilson at 615-669-8633 or email todd@nashvillesingers.org.
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FALL
November 19 - The Second Annual Fall/Holiday Concert will be held at 7:00pm Location TBD; Advertising and sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, contact Todd Wilson at 615-669-8633 or email todd@nashvillesingers.org.
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Looking for a Birthday Present for that Special Someone?
 Visit the Nashville Singers website by clicking on the CD cover shown to the left, to to listen to samples of our new CD, The Journey Begins, and to find ordering information. This new disc is just $10, plus shipping.
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