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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.
You are receiving this email because you likely fall into one of these categories:
- chorus member
- music educator
- donor
- fan of the chorus
- sponsor
- advisory board member
- you have attended one of our meetings or performances
- you have inquired about Nashville Singers via phone or email
- you have been identified as someone who enjoys SINGING
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Mission & Vision
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Organizational Mission
The 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 MissionThe 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; collaborating with highly engaged, skilled donors to make a substantive impact on music education in our schools and the community.
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Nashville Singers
In-Kind Sponsors
Ambassador Formalwear
1714 North Gallatin Road
Madison, TN 37115
(Rivergate)
615.865.4640
1200 17th Ave S
Nashville 37212
615.320.3900
Carl Diebold
Sincera Media Solutions
Dove Award-winning videographer
Suzi Moran
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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| 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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2011 Leadership
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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 Manager of Auditions 
Harlan WilsonBoard Member At Large Performance Coach 2011 STAFF
Ric DomenicoLearning Media Producer Lead Section Leader Music Engraver Music Librarian
Taylor Wilson
Visual Performance Coach
 Paul Genty
Sergeant At Arms
Culinary Coordinator  Tim Mullican Historian
In-House Photographer
 Rodney Turner Prime Minister of
Fun and Mischief |
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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
Sarah Beatty
Manager of Marketing Development
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee
Tiffany Davis
Executive Director, International Entertainment Buyers Association
Don Hart
Professional music arranger, composer, orchestrator
Suzanne Horne
Executive Director, Tennessee Literacy Coalition
Joyce Lavery
Executive Director,
Safe Haven Family Shelter
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
Jane Warren
Assoc. Professor of Music
Belmont University
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We Are Grateful for the Support from our 2011 Donors |
SUSTAINING DONORSBruce and Kellye Cokeroft Ed and Tracey Luke Bryan Patrick INDIVIDUAL DONORS Dr. Jane Warren Harlan and Sandy Wilson |
Current Repertoire |
REGULARDanny Boy
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 RainbowSatin Doll
Star Spangled Banner
Tonight
HOLIDAY 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 BloomingSilent Night The Secret of Christmas
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It's Time for a Party. You're Invited!
What: Nashville Singers end of the year celebration.
Pot luck event - Bring your favorite dish. Beverages will be provided.
When: December 15, 2012 (7:00pm to 10:00pm)
Where: Whitworth Memorial Baptist Church - 3014 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN 37214
Why: We're celebrating the conclusion of our best year yet!
If you did not receive an Evite invitation, please RSVP by email to todd@nashvillesingers.org or by phone at 615-669-8633.
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Nashville Singers
Wrap Up Busiest Weekend of the Year  Saturday night (December10) at Lifepoint Church
in Smyrna (encore appearance) 
Sunday night (December 11) at Walter Hill First Baptist Church
in Murfreesboro (encore appearance)
 Friday night (December 9) at Lebanon Road Church of Christ
in Nashville (encore appearance)
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Voices of Lee
Energize the Audience at Music City Chorus Show 
Music City Chorus and a Parade of Quartets
Bring Harmony to the Holidays  Our brothers in harmony, the Music City Chorus presented two concerts on Saturday, December 10 at Vanderbilt University's Collins Alumni Auditorium. The chorus presented a dozen songs, and six quartets presented one song each. The Voices of Lee presented an energetic holiday set and showed everyone why they captured the hearts of many audience members on the first season of NBC's The Sing-Off. A good time was had by all.
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Doug Morrison Elected Vice Chair of 2012 Board Doug was out of town during our annual meeting. When he recognized we had a vacant Vice-Chair position, he agreed to serve and was approved via a special election last Thursday Evening. Kudos in advance to our 2012 leadership team. Sloan Yarborough (President/Board Chair). Doug Morrison (Vice Chair), Bruce Cokeroft (VP of Membership), Ed Luke (Treasurer), Bryan Patrick (Secretary), Tim Mullican (Board Member at Large), Todd Wilson (Executive Director, Ex Officio)
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Video of the Week
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Do You Hear What I Hear - The Blenders
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Watch this video and you'll understand why the Blenders are worthy of showcasing in back to back newsletters. Enjoy!
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Quote of the Week
If you knew how much work went into it, you would not call it genius. - Michelangelo
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Does Your Company Have a Matching Gift Program?
Employer Matching Gifts - You can double or even triple the impact of your donation to the Nashville Singers if your company matches charitable contributions. Many employers will match your charitable contribution to Nashville Singers with an equal or
higher amount if you /your spouse are an employee or retiree of the company. The Nashville Singers, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, an important qualification for many companies' matching gifts programs. Check to see if your company has a matching gifts program. If so, please request a matching gift form from your employer, or your spouse's employer. Mail the completed forms with your contribution to Nashville Singers.
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 | Please Support
Nashville Singers
Music Education Programs (PSA) |
Download our Programs Brochure
Nashville Singers is recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Donations help impact the lives of other by
perpetuating mission-critical outreach and music education programs.
Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
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This Day in Music History
 | Tears of a Clown
Smokey Robinson and The Miracles |
December 12, 1970 - Smokey Robinson and the Miracles started a two week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Tears Of A Clown'. It was the group's 26th Top 40 hit and first No.1, also a No.1 hit in the UK.
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FALL 2011
December 15 (THU) Last meeting of the year
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WINTER 2012
January 9 - Board of Director's Meeting at Sloan's place in Brentwood (members are always invited)
January 16 - National Anthem performance for a Belmont University Basketball game vs. Florida Gulf Coast. For tickets, click HERE. Anthem is at 6:55pm. Chorus call at 6:15pm; casual uniform
SPRING 2012
March 1 - Board of Directors Dinner Meeting with Advisory Board - 7:00pm to 9:30pm (Location TBA)
March 20 - Concert at Belmont University with Session (7:30pm)
SUMMER 2012
July 23 - Board of Directors Teleconference with Advisory Board - 7:00pm to 8:30pm
FALL 2012 September 27 - Board of Directors Dinner Meeting with Advisory Board 7:00pm to 9:30pm (Location TBA)
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You are receiving this email because you likely fall into one of these categories:
- chorus member
- music educator
- donor
- fan of the chorus
- sponsor
- advisory board member
- you have attended one of our meetings or performances
- you have inquired about Nashville Singers via phone or email
- you have been identified as someone who enjoys SINGING
If you do not desire further contact, please unsubscribe following the instructions below.
Todd Wilson
Nashville Singers
Executive Director
615-669-TODD (8633) cell
615-523-TODD (8633) fax
Member Organization
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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
Nashville Singers and Nashvillesingers.org are registered and protected service marks (SM) of Nashville Singers, Inc.
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