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Dear ,
We hope you enjoy this week's issue of
Nashville Singers News
the official weekly publication of Music City's newest men's chorus. Nashville Singers, Inc. is a Tennessee 501(C)3 non-profit, performing arts organization. We celebrate the power of the human voice to entertain, educate, unite, uplift, enrich, and inspire, by performing an ever-widening repertoire of choral music at the highest artistic level for a broad community of audiences.
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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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| About Us |
Nashville Singers, Inc. is a 501(C)3 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 |
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
Annual Survey Administrator
 Ed LukeSecretary/Treasurer
Sergeant at Arms
Bruce CokeroftVP of Membership Development Membership Comm. Chair Manager of Auditions 
Harlan WilsonBoard Member At Large Performance Coach 
Ric DomenicoLearning Media Producer Lead Section Leader Music Engraver Music Librarian  Tim Mullican Historian Membership Committee In-House Photographer
 Rodney Turner Manager of Fun
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2012 Advisory Board
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The Nashville Singers, Inc. is blessed to have some outstanding community business and association leaders joining our team in 2012:
Craig Adams
Manager of Creative Development & Publishing, Lifeway Worship
Larry Collins
President,
Remington College
Lisbeth Couser
VP of Marketing & Development,
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee
Teresa Davidson
CEO
Tennessee Kidney Foundation, Inc.
Tiffany Davis
Executive Director, International Entertainment Buyers Association
Don Hart
Professional music arranger, composer, orchestrator
Don Hart Music
Suzanne Horne
Executive Director, Tennessee Literacy Coalition
Joyce Lavery
Executive Director,
Safe Haven Family Shelter
Lee Rose
Director of Operations, Brightstone
Dara Russell
Major Gifts Officer,
American Red Cross
Doris Shacklett
Development Director,
The Nashville Zoo
Yolanda Shields
CEO,
Youth Life Foundationof TN, Inc.
Brandon Taylor
Pro Personnel Assistant Tennessee Titans
CEO
The Elite Athlete, Inc.
Tom Ventress
President
Ventress Design Works
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Current Repertoire |
REGULAR
America the Beautiful
Danny Boy
Dear Hearts and Gentle People
Happy Together
Home on the Range
Impossible Dream
My Lord and I
Shenandoah
The Lion Sleeps Tonight The Lord's Prayer
Man in the Mirror
Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da
Over the Rainbow
Satin Doll
Star Spangled Banner
Tonight
HOLIDAY
Angels We Have Heard On High
Auld Lang Syne
Caroling, Caroling
Carol of the Bells
Christmas Stays the Same
Coventry Carol
Do You Hear What I Hear
Hark the Herald Angels Sing
It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
I Wonder What You're Doing for Christmas
Lo, How A Rose 'Er Blooming
Silent Night
The Secret of Christmas |
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Nashville Singers
In-Kind Sponsors
Ambassador Formalwear
Gilda York
1714 North Gallatin Road
Madison, TN 37115
(Rivergate)
615.865.4640
Collins Imagery
Matt Collins
230 4th Ave. North,
Wells Fargo Plaza,
Suite 105C
Nashville, TN 37219 (615) 752-4340
Ocean Way NashvilleRecording Studios
1200 17th Ave S
Nashville 37212615.320.3900
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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Meet Our Newest In-Kind Sponsor
Nashville Singers is pleased to announce a new partnership with Gilda York and Ambassador Formalwear, as our new official formal clothier for Nashville Singers.
When it comes to choosing the perfect look for your special events, Ambassadors Formalwear by Gilda is the place you should choose.
For your - prom...
 - wedding...
- special black tie fund-raiser...
- any formal event...
Ambassadors Formalwear by Gilda has the selection, style and over 28 years of experience to fit both your unique personality and that special occasion. Whether you are a VIP or you just want to look like one, let Ambassadors Formalwear by Gilda help you choose the tuxedo that is guaranteed to make the best memories! Gilda, we're glad to have you on our team!! |
Meet One of our Newest Guests
 Jimmy Rodgers attended our meeting this week and brought with him a rich history of singing in variety of mixed, barbershop, and gospel ensembles.
During his career, he designed shoes for a variety of shoe companies, including Buster Brown, Reebok, and Stride Rite, to name a few. He was a guest of Paul Gentry. It was great to have you with us Jimmy! If you are interested in attending one of our meetings, please know that guests are always welcome. Please check out the Visit a Meeting page of our website for details.
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Wanna Hit the Links and Help a Good Cause?
You can bid on two rounds of golf (including cart) at the Five Oaks Golf Club, at our Silent Auction. The auction is taking place on November 19, the evening of our Season of Harmony concert starting at 6:00pm in the fellowship hall of the Donelson First Baptist Church. Bidding will be permitted through the end of the intermission of our Season of Harmony concert event. Winning bids will be announced at the cast party scheduled to start at approximately 9:30pm.
All money raised will help support many of our critical programs, including youth and adult music education programs, next year's annual concert, and recording projects.
The golf offer is valid on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday and expires April 30, 2012.
Donate a Product or Service to our Silent Auction and Help a Good Cause!
Donating to the Silent Auction is easy - simply complete and submit the online donation reservation form so we have the necessary information about your item and the donor to be recognized, and your spot will be reserved in the auction.
To have your donation acknowledged in the Season of Harmony 2011 concert program please complete and submit this form by October 15, 2011.
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Video of the Week
 | I'll Walk with God - The combined choruses of the
Vocal Majority and Ambassadors of Harmony at a rehearsal in Philadelphia in 2010. Vocal arrangement by Pete Rupay. |
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| Musical Terms of the Week
- Classical - The period of music history which dates from the mid 1700's to mid 1800's. The music was spare and emotionally reserved, especially when compared to Romantic and Boroque music.
- Classicism - The period of music history which dates from the mid 1800's and lasted about sixty years. There was a strong regard for order and balance.
- Counterpoint - Two or three melodic lines played at the same time.
- Courante - A piece of music written in triple time. Also an old French dance.
- Da Capo - In sheet music, an instruction to repeat the beginning of the piece before stopping on the final chord.
- Deceptive cadence - A chord progression that seems to lead to resolving itself on the final chord; but does not.
- Development - Where the musical themes and melodies are developed, written in sonata form.
- Drone - Dull, monotonous tone such as a humming or buzzing sound. Also a bass note held under a melody.
- Duet - A piece of music written for two vocalists or instrumentalists.
- Elegy - An instrumental lament with praise for the dead.
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Quote of the Week
"What would you attempt if you knew you could not fail?"
- Erica E. Hirsch
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Looking for Entertainment for Your Holiday Party?
 It's not too late to secure a date in December, but you'll need to act quickly, as we already have six performances on the calendar from September 10th through December 10.
For information on how to secure Nashville Singers for your next event or special occasion, visit the Hire Us page of our website.
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Today in History 
August 22, 1938 - Count Basie recorded the classic swing tune, "Jumpin' at the Woodside", for Decca Records.
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Agenda for August 25 SPECIAL Meeting
SECTION I 7:00pm - tag time 7:05pm - warm-up (Sloan) 7:10pm - Tonight, Tonight 7:25pm - Satin Doll 7:40pm - Happy Together 7:55pm - Over the Rainbow 8:10pm - Home on the Range 8:20pm - Intermission Song SECTION II 8:30pm - Business Meeting (Bryan) 8:40pm - Program (Rodney) 8:45pm - Break SECTION III 9:00pm - Dear Hearts and Gentle People 9:10pm - Christmas Stays the Same SECTION IV 9:25pm - Hark the Herald Angels Sing (Sloan) 9:35pm - Coventry Carol 9:50pm - It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year 9:59pm - closing song |
SUMMER 2011
August 25 - NEW Extra rehearsal
August 27 - (SAT) Private event at 2pm
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FALL 2011
September 10 (SAT)
- Photo Session: 7:00am to 10:00am (location TBA)
- Coaching Session: 10:30an to 2:30am (location TBD)
- Concert Planning Session: 2:45 to 3:45pm (location TBD)
- Public Concert: 7:00pm to 8:15pm (Priest Lake Presbyterian Church), chorus call 6:00pm (Ticket information will be announced s
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September 29 - Board of Directors orientation teleconference with 2012 advisory board
October 6 (THU) NEW - Business Luncheon Performance at First Baptist Church downtown
October 12 (WED) NEW Performance at Whitworth Memorial Baptist Church (25 minute set)
October 21 (FRI) Performance at the Franklin Wine Festival at the Factory in Franklin, benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters
October 27 (THU) NEW Extra rehearsal
Upcoming Events
Nashville Singers present "Season of Harmony 2011"
November 19 (SAT) 7:00 PM to 9:15 PM CST
Last year's concert drew attendees from 36 cities in eight states. 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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WINTER 2011
December 1 (THU) General Membership Meeting / Election of 2012 Board & Officers December 10 (SAT) Encore Performance at Lifepoint Church in Smyrna, TN
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SPRING 2012
March 1 - Board of Directors Dinner Meeting with Advisory Board (Time and location TBA)
FALL 2012 September 27 - Board of Directors Dinner Meeting with Advisory Board (Time and location TBA)
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Season of Harmony
November 19, 2011 @ 7:00pm
Silent Auction Begins at 6:00pm
  
STACY CASE NASHVILLE SINGERS LUNCH BREAK
Your Host Event Producers Hilarious Comedy Group
 
ERICA LANE THE MET SINGERS Singer/Songwriter Youth Ensemble plus... The John Overton High School Chamber Choir Recipient of the Nashville Singers 2011 Music Makes a Difference music education grant Tickets On Sale Now!
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The Nashville Singers, Inc. is a Tennessee chartered corporation and recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Donations are tax -deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. For more information, visit our website or contact Executive Director, Todd Wilson by phone at 615-669-8633 or via email at todd@nashvillesingers.org
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