We've been enjoying a beautiful summer weather-wise. But it has not kept us from preparing for GNHCC's 2014 - 15 concert season. We have been busy planning concert programs, choosing venues, having board meetings and retreats, making arrangements for our annual choral singers retreats, etc. Take a look at some of the things we have been working on and have planned for this season.
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GNHCC 2014 Fall Season Call for Singers
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Rehearsals and Enrollment
Registration Start September 4!
 Prospective members considering enrollment are invited to attend three rehearsals as guests before committing to join the chorus. This provides an opportunity for interested singers to meet the chorus and Noah Blocker-Glynn, Artistic Director, to see if GNHCC provides an appealing atmosphere. The fall enrollment period is September 4 - September 18, 2014. Interested singers may visit any rehearsal during this period. Rehearsals are held every Thursday from 7:30 to 10:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, at 704 Whitney Avenue, New Haven.
Greater New Haven Community Chorus consists of approximately 100 voices and draws its membership from throughout the greater New Haven area. GNHCC strives to embrace the wide diversity of the community and is committed to making quality music accessible and approachable for audiences and members alike.
A strong commitment to performance excellence is expected from members and there are opportunities for small ensemble work and solos by audition, including the auditioned GNHCC Chamber Choir.
Information about location, parking, and registration for the upcoming season can be found at www.gnhcc.org.
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GNHCC Fall Concert Program Announced
The GNHCC Fall 2014 Concert -- War and Peace ~ Reflection, Honor and Hope -- is a concert commemorating the 100th anniversary of the start of World War I, the 75th anniversary of the start of World War II, honoring those who served, and the hope for peace.
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Dan Forrest, Composer
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The program will feature Requiem for the Living (with chamber orchestra) by noted composer Dan Forrest.
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Matthew Cramer, Composer
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In addition, a chamber orchestra piece and new choral works based on historic war texts composed by Matthew Cramer will be performed, along with other selections celebrating peace, hope and love. Matthew Cramer, The Hartt School '13, was the GNHCC Ronald D. Konetchy 2012 - 13 Choral Conducting Assistant Scholarship Recipient.
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Dr. Stuart Younse, Artistic Director, ~ Primi Voci
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Connecticut Children's Chorus - Primi Voci, for young treble voices will also join GNHCC for this performance. The Connecticut Children's Chorus (CCC) is is one of the region's most comprehensive youth chorus program. Under the artistic direction of Dr. Stuart Younse, CCC continues to thrive as our region's premiere children's chorus, boasting performance invitations with the region's best professional ensembles and provides strength and excellence in training Connecticut's youngest talented voices. The Connecticut Children's Chorus is now the official children's chorus of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra.
Finally, the GNHCC Chamber Choir will perform two pieces; one composed by Staheli, and the second by Ticheli, which was composed specifically in response to war.
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Greater New Haven Community Chorus
Chamber Choir
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The GNHCC Fall Concert is scheduled for Saturday evening, December 13, in New Haven. Tickets will be available online or through a GNHCC member beginning October 1.
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GNHCC to Participate
in New Haven Read's Annual Spelling Bee
 New Haven Reads is dedicated to building a city of readers by providing a variety of critical literacy services to the Greater New Haven area.
The New Haven Reads Spelling Bee began in 2012 and has become their signature annual fundraiser. This year's Bee will take place on October 24, 2014, and GNHCC board members Tomas Miranda, Laura Pringleton, and Katherine McManus will participate in the event as a team representing GNHCC.
New Haven Reads, founded to "share the joy and power of reading," increases the literacy skills of children to empower their academic success by providing individually tailored one-on-one after-school tutoring, educational family support, and a community book bank, all at no cost to participants.
Working in partnership with families and the community, New Haven Reads envisions a Greater New Haven in which every child has the opportunity to master reading and increase the odds of becoming a successful adult. Their volunteer-based one-on-one tutoring programs, their Book Bank, and their family support initiatives will serve as a national model for other communities.
All the funds raised at NHR's Spelling Bee will support their free community programs. For more information visit www.newhavenreads.org.
We wish GNHCC members Tomas, Laura and Katherine good luck! Bring us home that trophy!
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A Nice Moment
at GNHCC's Year-End Celebration
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GNHCC President, Kathy McManus (left) presents Kathy Traub, GNHCC Historian (right) with gifts in appreciation for her many years of service as GNHCC Historian and chair of GNHCC's music committee at June 12 end-of-year celebration. Kathy Traub has served GNHCC in many capacities during her 48-yr membership.
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Upcoming Events
Thursday, September 4, 2014 ~ 7:15 p.m.
GNHCC Enrollment Registration
Rehearsals Start
First Presbyterian Church
704 Whitney Avenue
New Haven, CT
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The fall enrollment period is September 4 - September 18, 2014. Interested singers may visit any rehearsal during this period. Rehearsals are held every Thursday from 7:30 to 10:00 p.m.
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Saturday, October 18, 2014
GNHCC Chamber Choir Retreat
Time / Location: TBD
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Saturday, November 8, 2014 ~ 8:00 a.m.
GNHCC Fall Retreat (Full Chorus)
Location: TBD
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Enjoy the rest of your summer! Check our website or Facebook pages for updates on fall programs and events. And, be sure to share this email with friends and family that by interested in singing with us during the 2014 - 15 season.
Sincerely,
Greater New Haven Community Chorus
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GNHCC 50th Anniversary Commemorative Cookbook
Over 165 of our favorite recipes from our friends, members, and families, -- from all around the country! Available now with free shipping!
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