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Supporting music education in our schools
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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
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- 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
Sloan YarboroughPresident/Board Chair
Assistant Director Bass Section Leader
Annual Survey Administrator Doug Morrison
Vice-Chair
Baritone Section Leader 
Bryan Patrick
Board Secretary
Costume Manager
 Ed LukeTreasurer
Sergeant at Arms
Bruce CokeroftVP of Membership Development Manager of Auditions Tenor Section Leader 
Tim MullicanBoard Member At Large In-House Photographer Historian 2011 STAFF
Ric DomenicoLearning Media Producer Lead Section Leader Music Engraver Music Librarian
Taylor WilsonVisual Performance Coach  Harlan Wilson
Performance Coach  Paul Genty
Culinary Coordinator
 Rodney Turner Prime Minister of
Fun and Mischief 
Grace Thomson
Performance Coach Voice Teacher |
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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
Gary Sinagra |
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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SAVE THE DATE!
A cappella A cademy Scheduled for March 24
Nashville Singers is offering more FREE SINGING LESSONS!
For a second-consecutive year, Nashville Singers is offering free singing lessons to aspiring singers in Middle Tennessee. Whether you're in high school or a senior citizen, this program is open to men and women of all ages. If you are interested in improving your singing in a positive, supportive, fun and creative environment, sign up for A cappella A cademy today! These lessons are full of valuable and creative opportunities for skill, talent and knowledge growth. The clinicians are excellent. The content is rich and exciting. You'll receive a combination of technical and artistic vocal training, covering the following areas:
- Breathing-posture, breath support and control for singing freely produced tones
- Resonance-tone placement, emotional color and blend
- Vowels-target sounds, diction and diphthongs
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- Rhythm-creating precise synchronization
- Dynamics-use of soft/loud ranges to create meaning and artistic joy
- Artistry - something magical that can happen when notes and words become second nature
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Q: Do I have to register, or can I just show up? A: Please register online or by calling 615-669-8633. However, walk-ins are welcome.
WHEN: The program will be held on Saturday, March 24, 2012 beginning at 9:00am through 4:00pm, including a one hour lunch break and two 15-minute restroom breaks.
WHERE: Whitworth Memorial Baptist Church, 3014 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN 37214
The singing lessons will be presented in a warm, friendly atmosphere appropriate to both beginners and experienced singers. Each lesson will provide time for a vocal warm-up, plus group instruction taught by an experienced music educators and directors from the artistic staff of Nashville Singers. The instruction is provided free of charge. Regardless of your level of experience, do not miss out on this fabulous opportunity. Make this the season you enhance your vocal and artistic talents while having fun and enjoying singing. You will not regret it. Lesson space is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. You may register alone or with a friend who likes to sing. .
THE BEST PART: You're invited to join Nashville Singers that night at 7:00pm when we present a free mini-concert for your friends and family. You'll be able to join us on stage to sing the songs we've learned together.
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"The free singing lessons program was a "5-Star Experience." What Nashville Singers does is so important. Singing is good for the soul and great for the spirit of the singer. I appreciated the professionalism and being made to feel so welcome." - Mark Riley
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"I love to sing! What I appreciated most was that for the men of Nashville Singers, singing is not a job, it's a passion." - Terry Palus
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To register, fill out our on-line form on the Nashville Singers website or call 615-669-8633.
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Peak Performers for 2011
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Paul Gentry
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Best Ticket Sales - Paul Gentry Best Overall Sales - Paul Gentry Best Ad Sales - Bruce Cokeroft Exceptional Ad & Ticket Sales - Doug Morrison Outstanding Ticket Sales - Tim Mullican Outstanding Ad and Ticket Sales - Ed Luke
Outstanding Ad and Ticket Sales - Rodney Turner Outstanding Overall Sales - Bruce Cokeroft Outstanding Overall Sales - Ric Domenico Outstanding Overall Sales - Bryan Patrick Outstanding Ad and Ticket Sales - Harlan Wilson Outstanding Overall Sales - Todd Wilson Outstanding Overall Sales - Sloan Yarborough Special Awards Director of Music Award - Ric Domenico Executive Director Award - Harlan Wilson Attendance Best Attendance - Todd Wilson Exceptional Attendance - Rodney Turner Outstanding Attendance - Bruce Cokeroft Outstanding Attendance - Bryan Patrick Outstanding Attendance - Ed Luke Outstanding Attendance - Taylor Wilson |
Young Voices Impacted by Master Class
with John Overton HS Chamber Choir
Grace Thomson and several members of Nashville Singers presented a 90-minute Master Class on the "art of a cappella singing" to the John Overton High School Chamber Choir on January 24. The boys were rehearsing "I Want to be a Billionaire" by Bruno Mars and "Jai Ho" from the soundtrack of Slumdog Millionaire. Overton High School was also the recipient of the 2011 Music Makes a Difference music education grant. Applications are being accepted for two more grants through April 15, 2012. |
ATTENTION MUSIC EDUCATORS!
Applications Now Open for 2012 Music Makes a Difference
Music Education Grants
What's new this year? - Increased access to funding - Last year, this grant funding was limited to Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) in Davidson County. In 2012, funding will be available to any school or independent music program in Middle Tennessee.
- Increased funding - Last year we were able to fund one $500 grant. Due to our success in 2011, in 2012 we will be offering two $500 grants.
How do I apply? Visit this link for application information Completed Applications Must Be Received by April 15, 2012 |
Video of the Week
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This Day In Music 
January 30, 1961 - The Shirelles became the first girl group to have the number one song on the US chart when 'Will You Love Me Tomorrow?' reached the top. The song peaked at No.4 in the UK.
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Quote of the Week
"Great teams do not hold back with one another. They are unafraid to air their dirty laundry. They admit their mistakes, their weaknesses, and their concerns without fear of reprisal." - Patrick Lencioni, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable |
Over 450 Gather in Dallas for Vocal Majority's
40th Anniversary Celebration!
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Todd Wilson with Judy and Jim Clancy at the Friday night reception
at the Embassy Suites
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 | | ACOUSTIX - Todd Wilson, Rick Middaugh, Jeff Oxley, Jason January |
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One of the premier choral organizations on the planet celebrated a huge milestone in Dallas this past weekend. Some 450 people assembled at the Frontier of Flight Museum at Love Field on January 28. Special reunion performances from several quartets were included in the festivities including ACOUSTIX (with original bass-singer Jeff Oxley), the Class of the 80s, Dallas Knights, and the Folkel Minority.
Award-winners - Mark Lampe (Barbershopper of the Year), Quinn Hunter (Ring of Honor) and Nick Alexander (Ring of Honor) award winners.
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Agenda for February 2 Rehearsal
SECTION I
7:00pm - Tag time (Todd)
7:05pm - Warm-up (Sloan)
7:10pm - Birthday of a King (DEBUT)
7:30pm - Bring Him Home
7:45pm - How High the Moon
8:00pm - Sleigh Ride
8:15pm - Let It Snow (Sloan)
SECTION II
8:30pm - Business
8:45pm - Break
SECTION III
9:00pm - Blew By You
9:10pm - Beyond the Sea
9:20pm - Bad Day (Sloan)
9:30pm - We Wish You a Merry Christmas (Sloan)
SECTION IV
9:40pm - Tonight
9:45pm - Man in the Mirror
9:50pm - Oh Bla Di Oh Blah Da
9:55pm - Happy Together
9:59pm - Closing song |
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Music Education Programs (PSA) |
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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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Nashville Singers EPK Now Available for Download
Interested in securing Nashville Singers for a performance in 2012?
Download our new Electronic Press Kit in PDF format by clicking HERE.
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WINTER 2012
February 2 - Next rehearsal
February 6 - Board of Directors Meeting 7:00pm (Location TBA)
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)
March 24 - A cappella Academy (free singing lessons program) (9am to 4pm) Fellowship Hall at Whitworth Memorial Baptist Church, 3014 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN 37214
March 24 - Free concert with participants of A cappella Academy program (7pm) Sanctuary at Whitworth Memorial Baptist Church, 3014 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN 37214
April 14 - (NEW TENTATIVE DATE) Extra rehearsal & PVI (private voice instruction) for every singer, provided by Grace Thomson, 9am to 4pm (location TBD)
SUMMER 2012
July 23 - Board of Directors Teleconference with Advisory Board - 7:00pm to 8:30pm
August 25 - (NEW) Recording session #1 for new Christmas CD, Extra rehearsal/PVI (private voice instruction) for every singer, provided by Grace Thomson, 9am to 4pm (locations TBD)
FALL 2012 September 8 - (NEW) Recording session #2 for new Christmas CD, photo session, 9am to 4pm (locations TBD)
September 22 - (NEW) Recording session #3 for new Christmas CD, extra rehearsal/coaching session, 9am to 4pm (locations TBD)
September 27 - Board of Directors Dinner Meeting with Advisory Board 7:00pm to 9:30pm (Location TBA)
November 17 - Season of Harmony annual fall/holiday concert, concert at 7:00pm, cast party at 9:30pm, (Locations TBA)
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You are receiving this email because you likely fall into one of these categories:
- chorus member
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- 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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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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