Spring 2012 Semester Posted on December 19, 2011February 29, 2012 Regular NOVAConnect registration for all 2012 Spring semester sessions is under way. Classes begin on Monday, January 9. The first chorus rehearsal is on Tuesday, January 10. Chorus is MUS 137 001A (subject MUS, catalog number 137, section 001A). For previous postings regarding Spring 2012, under Archives on the right-hand…
Chichester Psalms Posted on December 7, 2011December 7, 2011 From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers- Here is a link to our Chichester Psalms, Mvt II recorded at Church of the Epiphany. Enjoy. Yours –DrW http://youtu.be/VkVNx8nZW1o
From Dr. Whitmire Posted on December 3, 2011 From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers- -Thanks for a wonderful concert last night. The beauty of the concert was a testimony to your hard work and commitment. I felt a transcendence in the room that was exactly what we talked about and what I had hope for. The audience was enraptured…
Performance Feedback Posted on December 3, 2011 From Chorister Ellie: My friend Andrea who goes to the Russian Orthodox church said she enjoyed it a lot, could understand almost all of the words, in awe of the soloists, gave high praise for the musicality of it. She’s a singer and former choir director too.
Stage Instructions Posted on December 1, 2011December 2, 2011 From Stage Manager Fred: Rehearsal starts at 6:00 PM Friday – not 6:30 PM – in the church. Leave your “stuff” in your car. Park behind the church. Go up the stairs that are between the domed church and the square building next to it. There should be an open…
Performance Posted on December 1, 2011 From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers- -I look forward to seeing you at tonight’s rehearsal and concert. Small Chorus meets in the Choir Room (AT130) at 5:45 pm. Full Chorus meets in the Choir Room (AT1430) at 6:30 pm. -Tonight we will sing #1, #3, #5 (small chorus), #6 (small chorus),…
Saint Katherine’s Posted on December 1, 2011December 1, 2011 From Fred: Helpful directions from Bernie Cohen From Rt 50 to St Katherine Church West on 50: after passing exit for Carlyn Springs Rd, you will go over a hill. Next left is Manchester, which runs into the church. East on 50: Manchester is the second light after Patrick Henry…
Chorus info for Thursday and Friday Posted on November 30, 2011 From Stage Manager Fred: – Remember to use black folders to hold your music and to wear concert dress. – Please use a paper clip to hold the movements together that you will NOT sing. That way it all flips at once. For example, clip movements 5, 6 & 7…
Rehearsal Posted on November 30, 2011 From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers-Thank you for the excellent rehearsal tonight. It was the best possible birthday present. The call on Thursday is 6:30 pm in the Choir Room (AT130). Small Chorus call is 5:45 pm. If I change the concert order, I will let you know. The call on…
Dress Rehearsal Posted on November 29, 2011 From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers- I look forward to seeing you in Schlesinger tonight at 7:30 pm. Please be on time. If you are able, please join me at Clyde’s for a refreshing beverage after rehearsal. Yours-DrW
Tenor Rehearsal on Monday Posted on November 25, 2011November 28, 2011 From Dr. Whitmire: Hello Tenors- Chris has generously offered to hold a sectional on Monday night at her place. Please let her know if you can attend. christine [dot] hagan [at] comcast [dot] net As you know, we need the practice time. Yours-DrW
Alto Rehearsal on Monday Posted on November 23, 2011November 28, 2011 From Chorister Ellie: Extra optional sing-through at Ellie Briscoe’s house. (You have all the info — cat warning, address, etc.) 7:30-9:00, and optional time from 9:00-9:30 for small chorus if anyone wants to stay on or just come for that. I know it’s late but…
Reminder Posted on November 22, 2011 From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers- Please do not miss tonight’s rehearsal. We had an alarming number of absences on Saturday. We can have a great concert only if everyone is present. Yours-DrW
1987 Documentary: Litergy of St. John in Russia Posted on November 21, 2011November 21, 2011 From Fred: Religion and therefore the Russian work that we will perform was officially banned for three generations in Russia by the state and not accepted by the Russian Orthodox Church when it was composed in 1910 by Rachmaninoff because of its “spirit of modernism.” View the 13 minute documentary…
Rachmaninoff Documents Posted on November 17, 2011 From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers- Attached is the 1st draft of the program (.pdf). Please proof for errors/omissions. I have also attached Translations (.pdf) and a Flyer (.pdf) suitable for e-mail. I look forward to seeing everyone at our Saturday, 1:00 pm rehearsal. Yours-DrW
November 29 Posted on November 16, 2011 From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers- As some of you may know, Tuesday, November 29, is my 60th birthday. I know—it shocks me , too. Just think—I was 33 years old when I started teaching at NOVA. I had hair! I won’t be able to be with my family on my…
Eleventh Rehearsal Preview Posted on November 15, 2011November 15, 2011 From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers, Welcome to our 11th rehearsal of Fall 2011! Please sign in. I got back from Haiti early Sunday morning. While it was a very difficult trip physically and emotionally, it was also very powerful and fulfilling. It was great to read the accounts by Peggy,…
From Dr. Whitmire Posted on November 13, 2011November 13, 2011 From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers- I got back from Haiti early this morning. While it was a very difficult trip physically and emotionally, it was also very powerful and fulfilling. It was great to read the accounts by Peggy, Fred, Chris, Wendy and others about how wonderfully you performed on…
Congratulations Posted on November 13, 2011November 13, 2011 Forwarded by Fred, from Wendy Matthews: Fred: Could you please pass on to the chorus the band and my heartfelt thanks below? Congratulations, Chorus! The concert was fabulous. I appreciate your hard work and dedication to music at NOVA-Alexandria. Many member of the audience ask me to convey to you…
WOW! That was Great! Posted on November 12, 2011 From Fred: I was worried that we had over-rehearsed the music; that we had “peaked too soon;” that you would be in a “just get it over with” mood. I was sooo wrong. You had energy; determination; looked professional; sounded professional. I was showered with “thanks” afterward from Marci (Col….
Chorus Reminders and Schedule Posted on November 11, 2011 From Fred: Dr. Matthews sends her deep appreciation for all the work and quality we have added to this festival. A good image is very important for every department in NVCC during difficult financial periods, especially Music. We not only want to be famous, we’d like to have that new,…
Dress Rehearsal & Performance Posted on November 9, 2011November 10, 2011 From Fred: Schedule: Thursday, Nov. 10 – Black Folders required – 7:30 Warm up and rehearse (Chorus 1 next to window, Chorus 2 next to door) – 8:25 Move to Foyer of Schlesinger Center – 8:30 Form two choruses of 4 rows each as on Tuesday* – 8:35 Move into…
Rehearsal Posted on November 8, 2011November 8, 2011 From Fred: Plan A (things are still changing but this is my best guess) -We will warm up and rehearse from 7:30 to approximately 8:20 in our regular room; take a short break and walk over to Schlesinger Center at or before 8:30. -We are to be on stage at…
Schedule Change Posted on November 1, 2011 From Dr. Whitmire: The Saturday, November 19, rehearsal is changed to a Men’s Rehearsal. (It is a Women’s Rehearsal on your original schedule.) Sat., Nov. 5, 1:00-2:15 pm Women’s Rehearsal, AT130 Tues., Nov. 8, 7:30 pm Dress Rehearsal w/ Band, AT130 and Schlesinger Thurs., Nov. 10, 8:00-8:30 pm Dress Rehearsal…
From Dr. Whitmire Posted on October 31, 2011November 1, 2011 From Dr. Whitmire: Dear Singers- Thanks for another wonderful performance. What an excellent choral tone you made. The final unaccompanied section was breath-taking. I have heard dozens of performances of Chichester Psalms (some by highly-regarded ensembles) that were not nearly as solid. Chichester presented all the challenges—rhythm, pitch and language—and…