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Supporting music education in our schools and the community
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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:
- you are a chorus member
- you are a music educator
- you are a donor
- you are a fan of the chorus
- you are a sponsor
- you are an advisory board member
- you are a leader of another Middle Tennessee nonprofit organization
- 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 substantial 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 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 20 to 80 years of age and reside in Brentwood, Hermitage, LaVergne, Lebanon, Nashville, 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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We Are Grateful for the Support from our Donors |
SUSTAINING DONORSBruce and Kellye Cokeroft Ed and Tracey Luke Bryan Patrick INDIVIDUAL DONORS Jonathan (Jay) Ress
Brett and Brandrea Sweeney
Dr. Jane Warren Darlene Williamson
Harlan and Sandy Wilson
Gary Sinagra
Lisa Black Schlossberg
Janet Koch |
2012 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 
Bryan Patrick
Board Secretary
Costume Manager
Bruce CokeroftVP of Membership Development Manager of Auditions Tenor Section Leader 
Tim MullicanBoard Member At Large In-House Photographer Historian 2012 STAFF
Ric DomenicoLearning Media Producer Lead Section Leader Music Engraver Music Librarian
Taylor WilsonVisual Performance Coach Baritone Section Leader  Harlan Wilson
Performance Coach  Paul Genty
Culinary Coordinator
 Rodney Turner Prime Minister of
Fun and Mischief 
Lenny Farmer Celebration Coordinator 
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
Don Hart
Professional music arranger, composer, orchestrator
Celeste LaReau
Personal Sales Coach
Tangible Business Solutions
Tom Ventress
President
Ventress Design Works
Jane Warren
Assoc. Professor of Music
Belmont University
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Current Repertoire |
REGULARBad Day
Beyond the Sea
Blew by You
Bring Him Home
Danny Boy
Happy Together
How High the Moon
My Lord and I
Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da
Over the Rainbow
Shenandoah
The Lion Sleeps Tonight The Lord's Prayer
Man in the MirrorSatin Doll
Star Spangled Banner
Tonight
HOLIDAY Birthday of a King
Christmas Stays the Same
Coventry Carol
Do You Hear What I Hear
It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
Let It SNow
I Wonder What You're Doing for Christmas
Lo, How A Rose 'Er BloomingSilent Night Sleigh Ride The Secret of Christmas We Wish You a Merry Christmas
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Meet Our Newest Guest!
 Bass singer and Decatur, Illinois native Michael Schwalbe heard about Nashville Singers after coming across our LinkedIn profile.
He is also known by the stage name of "Mike Schii" when performing as lead vocalist with a progressive metal band named Invicta.
Michael studied music at Belmont University but graduated with Bachelors of Business Administration in 2010.
He spends his days at Word Music
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Nashville Singers Represented Proudly at Walter Hill First Baptist Church
The sounds of four-part harmony are still reverberating at Walter Hill First Baptist Church near Murfreesboro. On August 19, the Nashville Singers organization was represented proudly by a quartet consisting of Mike Casper, Ric Domenico, Bruce Cokeroft, and Rodney Turner. The guys got together three times to prepare seven songs, and only one from the chorus repertoire. Kudos to these guys for helping to raise funds to support our mission.
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Canadians Love Us Too! 
We received our first order for the new Nashville Singers tee shirt from Rick Collinson in Sudbury, Ontario. Thanks for showing the love Rick.
Attention Nashville Singers Fans:
Send us a pic wearing our new shirt and we might just include you in a future issue of this newsletter!
The new Nashville Singers T-shirt is available for just $15. Tennessee residents, please include 9.75% sales tax and $3 for shipping and handling. Please specify your shirt size with all orders. Allow 10 days for order processing and delivery.
Mail or fax your order to:
The Nashville Singers, Inc.
3432 Harborwood Circle
Nashville, TN 37214
Fax: 615.523.8633
To place an order using a credit card, call 615.852.SING (7464)
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Arranger Profile
Steven Armstrong has been involved in singing for almost since he was 13 years of age. Steve began directing choral ensembles at the age of 19, and earned his Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from the University of Toronto in 1984. He has been a member of several quartets, has served as a music judge of the Barbershop Harmony Society for over 16 years, and has spent 8 years on that category's Board of Review. An accomplished barbershop arranger, coach and instructor, Steve's skill and experience have been sought after by many quartets and choruses. He has coached and taught throughout Canada and the US and he has taught at the society's Harmony University in St.Joseph, MO in addition to his coaching and teaching sessions in Sweden and England. Steve lives in Oshawa with his wife Lori and son Joel where he also serves as choir director at the local Salvation Army church.Steve arranged "Bad Day,"one of the new songs Nashville Singers has learned in 2012.
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Video of the Week
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Pitch Perfection: The Phantom Regiment
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This Day in Music  August 20, 1977 - The Emotions started a five week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with "Best Of My Love." |
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Quote of the Week
There comes a time in life, when you walk away from all the drama and people who create it. You surround yourself with people who make you laugh, forget the bad, and focus on the good. So, love the people who treat you right and pray for the ones who don't. Life is too short to be anything but happy. - Jose N. Harris
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Agenda for August 23rd Meeting
(Subject to change)
SECTION I
7:00pm - Tag time
7:05pm - Warmup
7:10pm - Over the Rainbow
SECTION II
7:20pm - Sectionals
7:45pm - Christmas Stays the Same
8:00pm - I Wonder What You're Doing for Christmas
8:15pm - Silent Night
SECTION III
8:30pm - Break
8:45pm - Business
SECTION IV
9:00pm - Secret of Christmas
9:15pm - Do You Hear What I Hear
9:25pm - It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year (Sloan)
9:40pm - Lo, How A Rose E'er Blooming (Sloan)
9:50pm - Coventry Carol (Sloan)
9:59pm - Closing song |
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New Changes to 2012 Schedule
SUMMER
August 23 - Next Rehearsal
August 25 - (Sat) 1/2 day rehearsal and 1/2 day photo session, or a full day of rehearsal (block out 8:00am to 4:00pm) Final schedule will be announced Thursday;
August 30 - (Thu) Extra evening rehearsal (7:00-10:00pm)
FALL
September 8 - (Sat) 1/2 day recording session and 1/2 day photo session, or a full day of recording (block out 8:00am to 4:00pm) Final schedule will be announced Thursday;
September 22 - (Sat) All day recording session (block out 8:00am to 4:00pm)
September 27 - (Thur) Board and Advisory Board Dinner at Nero's Grill; Social/networking time starts at 6:30pm. Meeting and dinner from 7:00pm to 9:00pm;
October 25 - (Thu) Extra evening rehearsal (7:00-10:00pm)
October 19 - (Fri) Encore performance at the Franklin Wine Festival, benefiting Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee
- Chorus call 6:15pm, perform at 7:00pm.
October 27 - (Sat) Nashville Singers has been invited to perform in a Nashville area choral sing-off event at Cumberland Park on the banks of the Cumberland River during the afternoon at a time TBD. Children's groups perform in the morning. Adult groups perform on the afternoon. This event is part of the Artober program sponsored by the Metro Arts Commission.
November 16 - (Fri) Dress rehearsal for Season of Harmony annual fall/holiday concert at Hillsboro High School
November 17 - (Sat) Season of Harmony annual fall/holiday concert - Silent Auction starts at 6:00pm and concludes at the end of intermission of the concert, concert begins at 7:00pm;
WINTER December 31 - (Mon) Performance at Music City Bowl - LP Field at an assigned location (TBA) Report time: 9:15am, Performance time: 9:30am-11:00am, Kickoff 11:00am, Stay tuned for more details as they become available.
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You are receiving this email because you likely fall into one of these categories:
- you are a chorus member
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- you are a fan of the chorus
- you are a sponsor
- you are an advisory board 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
If you do not desire further contact, please unsubscribe following the instructions below.
Todd Wilson
Nashville Singers
Executive Director
615-852-SING (7464) office
615-669-TODD (8633) cell
615-523-TODD (8633) fax
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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 615-852-SING (7464) 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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