create & post pdf version before sending · web viewaung medical qi gong, saturday qi gong...
TRANSCRIPT
=================== SUMMER SPECIAL #3 ===================
DROP- IN SINGING EVERY TUESDAY IN AUGUST
GHC/HNC/SOUNDINGS and GUESTS WELCOMED
Three Toonies for Tunes Every Tuesday in August
Where: Church of Truth 111 SuperiorWhen: Every Tuesday, 7:30 to 9:00 p.m., August 6, 13, 20 , 27. (4 weeks)What: Repertoire to suit everyoneLeader: Gloria along with occasional special guests Denis says he will drop in and there will be others who will want to take the lead on a song or two.
Note: Please bring your binders with core repertoireId like to sing many of the song that are in the core - songs we may not have sung for a while but that are familiar and great to revisit
Come and sing everyone welcome. We’ll have lots of fun and make beautiful harmonies together in the singing circle.
P.S. If you have any requests - send them along to me and I'll include them if possible.
ABOUT myself and my song leadership background.
For those of you who are somewhat new to the choirs, or may not know, I…
...have been a tenor with the GHC since 2002, and with the HNC, since it started in 2004. ...am the Directors Assistant with GHC and the Registrar with HNC
...am a Graduate of the 2004 Community Choir Leadership Training program and has attended all of the CCLT classes every year since 2004.
...have lead GHC and HNC swats, Power of Hope singing workshops, lead the HNC many times when Shivon has been away.
Looking forward to singing with many of you during the month of August.
See you there
Gloria Hansen,
==================================================================
OTHER ADMIN ITEMSCOMMUNITY CHOIR LEADERSHIP TRAINING PROGRAM - SPACES STILL AVAILABLE
We are currently looking for a few additional participants for the 2013 CCLT program.
We hope that you might recommend the program to anyone you know who might be looking to bring singing to their community, anywhere in North America.
The dates for this year's program are September 29th - October 9th here in Victoria
The on-line application is still the best way of finding out if there is a good fit between an applicant and the program. There is no obligation for sending in an application but it does provide an opportunity to have a phone or skype conversation with Shivon, and or Denis to get any questions or details discussed.
Please let anyone interested know they can read all about the program, and find the on-line application at www.communitychoirleadership.com
Thanks for passing this along.
Gloria Hansen, Registrar , CCLT
** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
THE WAY OF SONG - A 5-DAY WORKSHOP AT HOLLYHOCK, (Aug 4-9)with Shivon Robinsong and Susan Osborn
I am thrilled to be teaching with Susan again this year at Hollyhock on August 4-9.
Please consider joining us for an unforgettable week!
See details at of the workshop at my website: ht tp://www.shivonrobinsong.com/the-way-of-song Also at: http://www.hollyhock.ca/cms/Way-Of-Song.html or our poster: http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/choir_life/00-Posts/2013/0419/the-way-of-song.pdf
~ Shivon
** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
2013 GHC FALL SEASON START DATES
Between Sept. 23rd and Oct. 3rd we will be registering returning singers and taking in new singers for this season. If you know anyone who would enjoy a Gettin’ Higher singing experience bring, or send, them to check us out.
As always there will be a half hour New Singer Orientation starting at 7:00 pm before the actual choir sessions (7:30 - 9:30) on each of the following evenings:
Mondays – Sept. 23 & 30 Unitarian Church, 5575 West Saanich Road (opposite the Red Barn)
Tuesdays – Sept. 24 + Oct. 1 and Thursdays – Sept. 26 & Oct. 3Church of Truth, 111 Superior Street (at St. Lawrence Street)
New singers can also check us out in advance by visiting http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
OPPORTUNITIES TO SING
The Victoria Conservatory of MusicSUMMER ACADEMY CHORAL PROGRAM: (Aug 3-10)
An intensive course for adult singers offering a unique blend of instruction in both chamber- and full-choir singing, combined with vocal workshops, group lessons, music preparation sessions, sight-singing, and Alexander Technique - all the ingredients needed to help choristers sing freely and effectively in ensembles using healthy vocal technique.
Details
Submitted by Bill Hanson GHC Bass etc. (because it looks like it might interest some of you)
** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
COMMUNITY EVENTS ITEMS THAT INVITE YOU TO SING!
The Way Of Song - A 5-Day Workshop At Hollyhock, (Aug 4-9)with Shivon Robinsong and Susan Osborn
Singing, Yoga, And Meditation On Beautiful Mayne Island (Aug 17 & 18)
For details on se “Opportunities To Sing” see the full items in the Community Events section below
COMMUNITY NETWORKINGCALL FOR VOLUNTEERS (DESPERATE)
6th Annual festival on tango and Latin music Aug 2-4; concerts in traditional, jazz and alternative tango and Latin Music. Venues: Hermann's Jazz Club, Centennial Square (free family event) and the Ambrosia Center. We are in desperate need of volunteers this year, all shifts and serving it right certified volunteers in return for free concerts. www.passion4tango.com [email protected] 778 432-0112
cheers thanks a lot
Submitted by June Waters GHC Alto & Passion for Tango Society Program Coordinator
SERVING EACH OTHERBILL’S SUMMER SERVICES #1
WebEasy Services
Need a web site registered, hosted, built and/or maintained? I can help!Personal, easy on your budget service!
Testimonials and sample sites: http://www.WebEasyServices.com
Computer Tutoring
Introductory level tutoring…on a variety of popular Windows computer programs…familiarization with such things as working with files, searching/surfing the internet, burning CDs, etc. Let me know what you want to learn!
Details: http://www.webeasyservices.com/tutoring.html
Please call 250-920-4160 (8 to 8 weekdays) or email [email protected]
If you know of someone else who might need any of these services I would appreciate your passing this item on to them.
Submitted by Bill Hanson GHC Bass etc.
COMMUNITY EVENTS We encourage you to support the activities of other choir community members by emailing copies of event items to any of your contacts that you think would be interested.
Theatre ProductionFROM THE HEART Enter into the journey of reconciliation (now to July 27)
Wednesdays to Saturdays from July 10th - July 27th. Six entry times 20 minutes apart, between 7 p.m. and 8:40 p.m.
From the Heart is a new 90-minute immersive theatre production, set in a huge labyrinth, about transformative stories that have moved non-Indigenous people to see their relationships with their indigenous neighbors in new ways. See http://www.from-the-heart.ca/ for more info.
Submitted by Anke van Leeuwen, former soprano.
** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
TOUR CANADAS OLDEST SYNAGOGUE (Jul 24, 25, 28, 31 + Aug 1, 4, 7, 8, etc.)
Explore Canadas oldest synagogue (1863), Congregation Emanu-El, with the countrys first ordained Maggidah (female Jewish storyteller), Shoshana Litman www.maggidah.com.
Experience local history as well as Jewish customs, texts, tales and songs, highlighting Victoria’s first Jews and the development of a dynamic congregation.
When: Wednesdays 12 to 3 p.m. and Thursdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the hour, June through August, 2013
Sundays at 8 p.m. in July and August 2013.
Cost: $10 per person, children under 12 free. Reservations not required.
Submitted by Shoshana Litman HNC Member
* ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
NIA CLASSES WITH KAREN (JuLY 24, 25, 29, 31 + Aug 1, 5, 7, etc.)
New-to-Nia students welcome. A range of ages, sizes and abilities in all classes.
Start anytime: First two classes $15Free Parking
Where: St Nicholas Hall 1110 Caledonia @ Cook Street
When: ongoing one hour classes: Monday, Wednesday @ 5:15 PM Thursday @ 9:30 AM
Two other locations: Windsor Pavilion, Oak Bay The Sanctuary @ Sleeping Dog Farm, Saanich
Contact Karen at 250 478 1076 or [email protected]
http://www.nianow.com/karen
Submitted by Karen Boissonneault, HNC, Soprano
** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
NIA FITNESS (Jul 25 + Aug 1, 8, 15, etc.)
Nia is comprised of Martial Arts, Dance, and Healing Arts including Yoga. Nia develops strength, flexibility, mobility, agility and stability in the three body centres: the base, core and upper extremities. The various routines include movements ranging from cardio to gentle stretching accompanied by super music presented in a dynamic and fun way. For more info: http://www.nianow.com/
Testimonial: "Susan is a dynamic, light-hearted Nia instructor. I always come away from her class feeling uplifted and energized." Julia James When: Thursdays, 5:30pm-7pm (started January 10, 2013)Where: New Horizons, 234 Menzies Street, James BayDrop in fee: $5 / free for cancer survivors
Submitted by: Julia James, Choir member (Thursday night, Alto)
** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
ANIQUE DUC (Jul 26, 27 & 28)
Please join us in welcoming Anique Duc, Grandmother songstress and facilitator of the feminine divine.All events will be held at the Church of Truth 111 Superior St, Victoria BC July 26, 27 & 28, 2013
Web Sites: http://www.goddess.net.au/ http://www.aniqueradiantheart.com/music
Friday Night - Concert $15Saturday - Chakra Chanting Workshop $50Sunday - Kuan Yin Workshop $25 All 3 Events $80
Poster: Chakra Chanting Workshop Concert Kuan Yin Workshop
Tickets available at Avalon Books or Email [email protected] Subject “Anique Tickets” or call 250-479-2801
Submitted by Sharon former GHC Tuesday/Thursday Soprano
** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
AUNG MEDICAL QI GONG, FRIDAY MS Society Qi Gong Practice Session (July 26 + Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, etc.)
This practice session is open to those with multiple sclerosis or other disabilities and their family members.
Location : MS Centre, 1004 North Park StreetTime : 1:00pm - 2:00pm, every Friday, ongoingFee : Free
For more information, please contact:
Linda Totino,Victoria Chapter Qi Gong Instructor, 250-590-4145, [email protected]
Submitted by: Julia James, Choir member (Thursday night, Alto)
** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
VICTORIA DANCING CIRCLE (Jul 26 + Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, etc.)
We are a non-denominational dancing circle cultivating experiences of sacred space through dances inspired by music and cultures from around the world. All dances are taught, beginners welcome, no partners necessary. Come join the dance!
Every Tuesday evening except the first one of the month. 7-9pm at the Friends Meeting House, 1831 Fern St, near the Jubilee. For more info: [email protected]. Catherine Cardinal, HNC Soprano
** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
Drum Victoria along with the Harmony Foundation & the UVic School of Music present
KINOBE IN CONCERT (Jul 27)
With special guests Jordan Hanson & Sam Lopez plus the Victoria Percussion Orchestra
Kinobe is the new voice of Ugandan music, the inspired synthesis of African roots and world music, of traditional and modern instrumentation. He will share the traditional sounds of Uganda and the African continent on a wide variety of acoustic instruments.
July 27 @ 7:30 pmUVic’s Phillip T. Young HallTickets $12, $10 for students & seniors. Available on-line at www.drumvictoria.com and at Lyle's Place )
Poster
Submitted independently by: Christine Bloomfield former GHC Tuesday/Thursday Alto & Anne Cookson GHC Tuesday/Thursday Soprano
Editor’s NoteKinobe was the GHC’s guest artist for our June 10 & 11, 2011 “One World” concerts. He is a very talented musician and a bone deep nice person. He not only plays his “wide variety of acoustic instruments” he also builds them himself. I’ve got my ticket and I will be there. I hope to see some of your familiar faces there as well!
** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
AUNG MEDICAL QI GONG, SATURDAY QI GONG WALK (Jul. 27 + Aug 3, 10, 17, 13, etc.)
A gentle, slow walking that uses all the muscles in the body - suitable for all fitness levels. Location: Mount Douglas Park- Beach area
Time : 9:00am - 10:30am - Every Saturday, year round.
Park in the lot closest to the beach. We are practicing in the picnic area or the short trail south of the parking lot or down at the beach when the tide permits.
Fee: Free
For more information, please contact:
Linda Totino, Victoria Chapter Qi Gong Instructor, 250-590-4145, [email protected]
Submitted by: Julia James, Choir member (Thursday night, Alto)
** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
THE WAY OF SONG - A 5-DAY WORKSHOP AT HOLLYHOCK, (Aug 4-9)with Shivon Robinsong and Susan Osborn
I am thrilled to be teaching with Susan again this year at Hollyhock on August 4-9.
Please consider joining us for an unforgettable week!
See details at of the workshop at my website: ht tp://www.shivonrobinsong.com/the-way-of-song Also at: http://www.hollyhock.ca/cms/Way-Of-Song.html or our poster: http://www.gettinhigherchoir.ca/choir_life/00-Posts/2013/0419/the-way-of-song.pdf
~ Shivon
** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
GLOBAL VILLAGE STORE TURNS 25! (Aug 10)
You're invited to help us celebrate Global Village's 25th birthday in Market Square -- music, refreshments, information/sales tables of partner groups, door prizes and more. And to top it off, a 25% off everything in the store (except food items) for the whole day.
- Music by Mufaro Marimba (noon 1:15)- Birthday cake and refreshments (1:15)- Music by Kumbia (1:45 3:00)
Saturday, August 10, Noon - 3:00Market Square
The ICO Guatemala group will be there, with a table full of gorgeous Guatemalan scarves ... a great chance to stock up for the fall! We hope to see you there. Please help us get the word out by sending this message on to your networks. Submitted by Gail Schacter GHC Tuesday/Thursday Tenor
** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** **
SINGING, YOGA, AND MEDITATION ON BEAUTIFUL MAYNE ISLAND (Aug 17 & 18)
Please join Samantha Taylor (from The No Shit Shirleys) and Elizabeth Adilman (certified Iyengar Yoga instructor) for a weekend of guided singing, yoga, meditation, journal writing and walking August 17th & 18th on beautiful Mayne Island. See attached flyer for further details.
Submitted by Elizabeth Adilman HNC
JUST FOR FUNA DISCUSSION TO DOGGLE YOUR MIND
From an email forward sent by Betsy Sansby CCLT4 2007/8
These two churches face each other across a busy street
============== THAT'S ALL FOLKS ==============
Making Universal Sounds In Community
A Community Choir Crescendo, check it out!
http://www.ubuntuchoirs.net/wp/member-choirs
============================================