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TRIAD PRIDE MEN’S CHORUS

10th ANNIVERSARY HOLIDAY CONCERT

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G R E E N S B O R OSATURDAY, DECEMBER 6th

8pmGREENSBORO DAY SCHOOL

5401 LAWNDALE DRIVE

W I N S T O N - S A L E MSATURDAY, DECEMBER 13th

8pmUNCSA WATSON CHAMBER MUSIC HALL

1533 SOUTH MAIN STREET

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History of the Triad Pride Men’s Chorus



History of the Triad Pride Men’s Chorus

In late 1998, three men from Greensboro who had been driving to the Triangle area every week to sing with the nearest gay men’s chorus decided to take a chance. Hoping that there would be enough interest in and support for a gay men’s chorus in the Triad, they advertised for singers. Over twenty men showed up in January of 1999 from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point and other area towns—all eager to join together in pride and in song. In June of that year TPMC held its first concert. Since then the chorus has doubled in size. Membership is open to gay and gay-affirming male singers. TPMC is a member of GALA Choruses, the International Association of Gay and Lesbian Choruses.

TPMC continues to grow, both musically and organizationally, enabling us to expand our mission. We continue to perform choral music to entertain, enlighten, and enrich while promoting equality and social justice for all people regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity—fostering pride, understanding and acceptance.

For the 2007-2008 season we estimate that TPMC sang for 8,000 people in the Triad, with most of them being straight. Our music helps to put a positive and talented face on the GLBT community and through song presents our common struggle to a widening audience. It shouldn’t come as a surprise to those who know that the non-profit performing arts world has been challenged with grant funding and we continue to search for funding sources to be able to strengthen our organizational infrastructure, programs, and outreach. We remain so grateful to all our audience members, donors, sponsors, volunteers, staff, and singers for raising us up to new heights, ensuring our success. TPMC is a non-profit organization funded through donations from individuals, corporate sponsorships, and grants. We welcome your financial and in-kind tax-deductible contributions in support of the work of the chorus.



W O O D S O N E . F A U L k N E R , I I - aRTiSTic diREcTOR/cONdUcTOR

Founding conductor of the Triad Pride Men’s Chorus, Mr. Faulkner is a graduate of Greensboro College with a Bachelor of Music degree. Mr. Faulkner has also pursued advanced study in choral conducting and voice training at UNCG. His professional training also includes attending the Saratogo-Potsdam Choral Institute in Saratogo Springs, NY, and seminars at the Master Schola for church music in Orleans, MA. He has recently been appointed Choir Director/Organist at Wake Forest Baptist Church, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem. Mr. Faulkner is also Accompanist and Assistant Director for the Burlington Boys Choir with tours to New York, Atlanta, Toronto, Mexico, and most recently Vienna. He has worked as Music Director/Arranger for the Touring Theatre Ensemble of NC. His professional credits include an appearance conducting TPMC at the International Festival of Gay and Lesbian Choruses (GALA) in Montreal, and at the regional conference in Cincinnati, OH. He has also sung professionally under the direction of Robert Shaw at Carnegie Hall and has performed as singer/assistant director of The Desert Chorale of Santa Fe, NM in four summer seasons. Mr. Faulkner has been a long time member of the Bel Canto Company of Greensboro and enjoys singing with them whenever possible. He also holds a Certificate in Non-Profit Management from Duke University.

M A R I O C A P A N O - aSSiSTaNT diREcTOR/accOmPaNiST

Mario Capano has served as pianist with the Triad Pride Men’s Chorus since the spring of 2000 and was appointed assistant conductor in 2004. He also directs NoteWorthy, the small vocal ensemble comprised of members of TPMC. He has performed extensively with both groups locally as well as in GALA choral festivals in Cincinnati, Montreal, Kansas City, and Denver. Mario holds music degrees from Carnegie Mellon and Yale. He has studied at the American Conservatory in Fontainebleau, France, and at the famous Mozarteum in Salzburg, Austria. He began his career as a vocal coach and collaborative pianist at Carnegie Mellon and Chatham College in Pittsburgh, where he also did concerts and radio broadcasts with Dear Friends, ensemble-in-residence at the University of Pittsburgh. With the Robert Page Festival Singers he has concertized in Russia, Finland, Spain, France, Germany, and Switzerland. In 2003 he accepted an invitation to perform chamber music at Merkin Concert Hall in New York City. In addition, he has completed several choral arrangements for men’s voices and has composed “Everyday People,” an anthem to equality that was commissioned by Triad Equality Alliance.

Artistic Staff



T E N O R 1Billy Erwin, GreensboroSteven Custer, LexingtonJustin DeLany, Winston-SalemMatt Haynes, WhitsettRobert Jordan, Winston-Salem *Alexis G. Kiger, GreensboroAnthony Dean Moore, Greensboro

Paul Musick, PresidentBradley (B. K.) Price, Vice President

Eric Hiatt , Executive SecretaryWalter Harris , Treasurer

T E N O R 2Jim Broyles, Winston-SalemRandy Burchette, High PointBrent Dawson, GreensboroKeith Prince, High PointDirk Robertson, LewisvillePatrick Willard, East Bend

B A S S

Byron Grimes, GreensboroDonald Miller Jr., GreensboroPaul Musick, High PointDavid Phillips, Winston-SalemBradley “BK” Price, GreensboroBlake Williams, ThomasvilleBob Winsor, Greensboro *

Denotes Section Leader *

B A R I T O N E

Jeff Banner, Winston-SalemSal Cannady, GreensboroMichael Grant, GreensboroEric Hiatt, GreensboroChris Joyce, Winston-SalemGeorge A. Propst, Winston-Salem *Eric Stainbrook, Winston-Salem

Jeff BannerBrent Dawson

A.J. EdgeCharles Hawes

Anthony Dean MooreDavid Phillips

Bill FalconSkip Rumley

Byron GrimesRobert Jordan

Daniel EdgeRenee Miller

Mario Capano, Director/Accompanist

Bradley “BK” PriceGeorge A. Propst

Jennifer HanceIna Siler

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Board of DirectorsBlake Williams, Singer Liaison


Still, Still, Still NoteWorthy Ensemble German carol, arr. by audrey Snyder

Gloria from Christmas Cantata daniel Pinkham( Translation on page 12 )

Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow Spiritual, arr. by mark Hayes

O Magnum Mysterium morten Lauridsen( Translation on page 12 )

Carol of the Bells m. Leontovich, arr. by Peter J. Wilhousky Night of Silence daniel Kantor carol Rauch, Harp

Deck the Halls (in 7/8) arr. by James mcKelvy adapted for men’s voices by david Bohn Jazz Gloria Natalie Sleeth, arr. by Greg Gilpin Sheila Kleinfelter, double Bass B.K. Price, Byron Grimes, dossie Ransom Trumpet

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Sing-A-Long: “Twelve Days of Christmas” Traditional

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year NoteWorthy Ensemble Eddie Pola and George Wyle arr. by Hawley ades

Merry Christmas, Darling NoteWorthy Ensemble Words and music by Frank Pooler and Richard carpenter, arr. by Tim Sarsany

Coming Out on Christmas NoteWorthy Ensemble Lyrics by craig Sturgis arr. by dean X. Johnson

keep Your Lamps Spiritual arr. by andre Thomas Revoiced for TTBB by W. Faulkner

Christmas Angles Eric Lane Barnes

Boogie Woogie Hannukah Eric Lane Barnes

Variations on “Jingle Bells” Words and music by John Pierpont arr. by mark Hayes Soloist, alona metcalf

Refreshments will be served in the lobby with music by Carol Rouch, Harp and Alona Metcalf, vocals.

Silent auction will also conclude at the end of intermission and the winners may pay/pickup items after concert.

Winners will be listed in Lobby after the concert.

Intermission - 20 minutes

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Donor Recognition Program

Donor RecognitionG R A N D P A T R O N

( $ 2 , 5 0 0 + )P A T R O N

( $ 1 , 0 0 0 T O $ 2 , 4 9 9 )

A D V O C A T E ( $ 5 0 0 T O $ 9 9 9 )

S P O N S O R ( $ 2 5 0 T O $ 4 9 9 )

S U P P O R T E R ( $ 1 0 0 T O $ 2 4 9 )

F R I E N D ( U P T O $ 9 9 )

Hugh A. Barton & David WilliamsJeff Banner

TPMC gratefully acknowledges the generous support of:Food Lion Pfizer Foundation The Adam Foundation Wachovia FoundationReynolds American Foundation Education & Arts Matching Grant Program

Donor list as of November 17, 2008

Jerry Gay & John OwensPaul Musick & Randy Gooch

Barbara LancasterBettie Morris

(in memory of Randy Benitez)Blake Williams

(in memory of Hobey Ragan, Wayne Barour, & Randy Benitez)Bob Winsor

Charles & Faith HawesDoug Hammond

Dr. Thomas SwensonEric Hiatt

J.G. & Linda Anderson (in memory of Randy Benitez)

Jack HullJim Broyles

Kevin Mundy & Michael Isley (in memory of Randy Benitez)

Kim Keelon (in memory of Randy Benitez)

Michael F. JohnsonPaul Lawrence

Philip A. PearmanRichard Mock

Sunday Tea League Bowlers (in memory of Randy Benitez)

Woodson E. Faulkner, II

Alan Winstead Christopher Joyce

David SobieDirk Robertson

(in memory of Randy Benitez)Dr. & Mrs. William Hickling

Eddy and Jane Landreth (in memory of Randy Benitez)

Francisco VallsIna Siler

(in memory of Randy Benitez)J Dean Grubbs & Rodney R Windsor

(in memory of Randy Benitez)Joan Dawson

John & Barbara Hayes (in memory of Randy Benitez)Julia Lynn Thompson

(in memory of Randy Benitez)Kathleen & Charles Smith

(in memory of Randy Benitez)Lanny & Renee MillerLaurinda D. Cooper

(in memory of Randy Benitez)Martha J Aguirre

(in memory of Randy Benitez)Patricia Lutman

Risa Hanau (in honor of doug Page & Jamie Firth)

Robert JordanStanley Garber, Jr.

Tom KrissakWil Snyder

(in memory of Randy Benitez)

AJ and Daniel EdgeBob Horton

Archie Carter & Mike Joyce John LalondeKenny Russell



Donor Recognition Program

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The annual patronage campaign of the Triad Pride Men’s Chorus gives individuals and businesses in the community an opportunity to make annual tax-deductible contributions to help defray the financial obligations for TPMC. Our fiscal year is July 1 to June 30. Donors are recognized in all concert programs and official TPMC publications. Triad Pride Men’s Chorus is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 tax-exempt organization. Complimentary tickets are valid through June 2008 concerts. The organization recognizes the importance of our patrons whose contributions are the foundation of our success.

(up to $99) Program recognition

($100 to $249) Friend level benefits plus, 1 complimentary ticket to any TPMC concert

($250 to $499) Supporter level benefits plus, 1 additional complimentary ticket to any TPMC concert (2 Total)

($500 to $999) Sponsor level benefits plus, 1 additional complimentary ticket to any TPMC concert (3 Total) Complimentary TPMC CD

($1,000 to $2,499) Advocate level benefits plus, 1 additional complimentary ticket to any TPMC concert (4 Total), preferred seating at concert of choice

($2,500 +) Patron benefits plus, 2 additional complimentary tickets to any TPMC concert (6 Total)


Sponsoring the Chorus is a fantastic opportunity for your business to gain even greater exposure to potential new customers, and is also a wonderful affirmation of the arts and GLBT communities. Please patronize our corporate sponsors and thank them for supporting TPMC. For more information about corporate sponsorship, check out the TPMC website and download our sponsor packet.

Matching gifts are a wonderful way to provide added support to your donation.To make a matching gift, follow these three simple steps:1. Contact the personnel office at your company to check your company’s matching gift policy. 2. If they provide a matching gift form, fill it out. 3. Mail the completed matching gift form to our office along with your donation.

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Gloria from Christmas Cantata

Latin EnglishGloria in excelsis Deo, Glory to God in the highestet in terra pax hominibus voluntatis And on earth peace and good will to all people

Jubilate Deo omnis terra, v.1 Make a joyful sound to God, all the earthservite Domino in laetitia. Serve the Lord with gladness

Refrain

Introite in conspectu ejus in exultatione. v.2 Enter his presence with rejoicingRefrain Scitote quoniam Dominus ipse est Deus: v.3 Know that the Lord himself is Godipse fecit nos, et non ipsi nos— he himself made us, and not we ourselves—Refrain

( from pages 8 - 9 )

O Magnum Mysterium

Latin EnglishO magnum mysterium, O great mystery,et admirabile sacramentum, and wondrous sacrament, ut animalia viderent Doninum that animals should see the new-natum, jacentum in praesepio! born Lord, lying in their manger!Beata Virgo, cujus viscera Blessed is the Virgin whose womb meruerunt portare was worthy to bear theDominum Christum. Alleluia! Lord Jesus Christ. Alleluia!


Food LionShop & Share Program

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LionShop and Share allows you to contribute to TPMC. Each time you shop at Food Lion and use your MVP card, a portion of your total grocery purchase will be donated to TPMC. LionShop & Share is a way of helping you help your community grow and prosper. Visit our web site www.triadpridemenschorus.org and click on support/support options to sign up or fill out a card in the lobby and we will do it for you.



Join Usif you are a man who loves to sing, and to sing a wide variety of repertoire, we’d love to hear from you.TRY US OUT:Sit in on a regular rehearsal to see what goes on and meet us.Weekly rehearsals are on Tuesdays in Greensboro from 7:30 to 9:30 pm at the Greensboro Cultural Center in room 121, 200 North Davie Street.Rehearsals:For the December concert rehearsals begin in mid-August.For the June concert rehearsals begin in mid-January.READY TO JOIN - What you can expect...•A vocal placement is held with our artistic director, (August and January) to determine the range of your voice-tenor, bass or somewhere in between.•The primary requirements are to be able to hold a tune and follow the director’s instructions - This is not a test!!! Sing some scales and sing some simple exercises. - You don’t have to be a trained or exceptional singer - No preparation is needed for the vocal placement. - Previous music experience is a plus but not a requirement. - Can’t read music? Not a problem. A rehearsal CD for each part is produced to help you with memorization of the music.•Tuxedo and additional accessories required (depending on concert themes) which are purchased at your expense.• Each singer is expected to sell a minimum number of tickets to each concert and assist with yearly fund raisers.• Have FUN and meet new people!BUT SINGING IS NOT MY “THING”The chorus welcomes non-singing volunteers to do things like working the front of the house (usher, sell tickets or merchandise), help on various chorus committees and other activities. This is another great way to make a contribution to the success of TPMC ... and meet some pretty great guys. For more information on volunteering call us at 336-589-6267 or send email to [email protected]. We’ve got a spot just for you!

Acknowledgements

How to Contact UsIf you would like to contribute to TPMC, sing in the chorus, volunteer,

or send us comments, please contact us through:Email: [email protected]

• Randy Gooch for concert photography• Greensboro Cultural Center• Greensboro City Arts• Susan Hill – Triad Health Project

• Brent LeFevre, Director of Performance Facilities, Nc School of the arts• Dana Lowell, Technical Director and Judy McLaughlin, Theatre Manager, Greensboro day School

• Belk Four Seasons Towne Centre for TPMC’s participation in Belk charity days.• Marty McKinney - for graphic art assistance


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