6-9-2023 Soundings Weekly by Portland Downeasters

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And away we go…

Downeasters Chorus Rehearsals

Downeaster Chapter Meetings

Lunt Auditorium, 74 Lunt Rd, Falmouth, ME 04105

Monday, June 12, 2023

6:00pm – 6:45pm Competition Chorus Rehearsal

6:45pm – 9:00pm Chorus Rehearsal

Downeasters Competition Chorus Videos:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7LSpeZEZy4lUObZDtgBa9kqxFpV5ykrM

All singers should be individually warmed up upon arrival to each chorus session.

DEBRA LYNN WARMUP EXERCISES:

https://www.downeasters.org/dbpage.php?pg=view&dbase=rep&id=41

In general Zoom will not be started. But, if it is, members will be notified. ~George Join Zoom Meeting

https://zoom.us/j/92996428874?pwd=dFNFbFVMNlJSVmdCWE0rZmxDckJTZz09

Meeting ID: 929 9642 8874

Passcode: 9b275y

Music

Good Luck Charm I Have Dreamed How High the Moon Softly, As I Leave You Blue Skies

Caroline Cop on the Beat

Covid Policy Reminder

"The Downeasters Chorus takes the health of our members very seriously. Members and guests are welcome to come to our meetings, as long as you are feeling well. We generally follow CDC guidelines. We require that you can produce evidence of at least the first two Covid vaccines if asked. Plus, do not visit us for at least 10 days after a flu-like illness or if you tested positive for Covid, and wait 5 days if you believe you have been in contact with someone who is ill or tested positive for Covid. If in doubt, please take a Covid test the day you plan to come."

Thank you for Monday night's rehearsal - I was having a rough, long day and that rehearsal was just what I needed to pick me right up, so thank you all!!!

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In competition chorus, we got reps on both the competition songs. That video will be online tomorrow, and I encourage everyone to take a listen and work on the item we've talked about the past months and work on those items this week.

In performing chorus, there was a simple revelation - easy, relaxed singing sounds better, no matter what song we sing. So that is our goal for the month - practice that feeling of no pressure, no tension singing every single week!!! Aside from that, fix the rhythms in Blue Skies and Softly, please!!!

Next week, we will continue building How High the Moon in prep for its debut on the Clam Festival Stage! In addition, we will work more on Blue Skies to bring more of the easy singing to that song, as well as Softly. We will also spend some time with Caroline and Cop on the Beat. See you Monday! -CH

Downeasters - Clam Festival

Opportunity to Volunteer, Friendly Reminder

I hope you all have had a great week. I’m following up to remind you to sign-up and volunteer at the upcoming Clam Festival. The festival is a fantastic event that brings community together and it’s a critical fundraising event for our organization.

I’m pleased to report that as of today, we have 44% of our volunteer spots filled. Kudos to the group and thank you in advance for your willingness to participate. I would like to note that our busiest days will be Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Here is a quick summary of where we stand:

- Friday, 27/43 spots, 63% filled

- Saturday, 15/50 spots, 30% filled

- Sunday, 16/47 spots, 34% filled

I would like to ask that you give consideration to those days where our current volunteer commitments are lower (Sat/Sun). Further, I wanted to let you know that I plan to extend a volunteer invitation to Royal River and open registrations for them starting on 6/15. Therefore, please set aside some time before then to ensure that you have secured your opportunity.

How to register for your spot on SignUp. Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:

1) Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp: https://signup.com/go/sNmtusF

2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.

3) Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.

Contact me should you have any questions or if you need help along the way. I look forward to seeing you all soon. Cheers!

Respectfully,

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Music Medics Update 6.7.23

Downeaster! 6.7.23

Music Medics Update.

We had another good Music Medics meeting and practice on May 31st at the home of Arne Gronningsater’s. Thank You All!

The songs that were reviewed for our presentation on June 20th were:

My Wild Chubby Cat (tune of My Wild Irish Rose)/ Bb

{Insert Name} We Love You (tune of Little Eyes) B

Blue Skies/ Gb

Bubble Gum /D

Irish Blessing/ F

You’ve Got A Friend/

After checking with The Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital coordinator, Sharon advised that the presentation room is still not available and has asked that no more than four come for the June 20th presentation so we can sing room to room. She also expects that the next time we sing they should be ready for a group of eight!

We will be working on the above songs at our next official meeting on June 15th from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm at my home. The address is 36 Ambrose Circle, Gray, ME. Located off of Egypt Rd. in the May Meadow Woods neighborhood.

Medical scrubs will need to be purchased at Walmart. You will find them near the changing rooms. You should look for the light blue Scrubstar brand. Get a Unisex VNeck top and Unisex Drawstring pants. I would recommend trying them on as the sizes vary in this style. I have been told that those that participate in this group will need to keep their receipts so that they can be reimbursed by the chapter. Total cost for top and pants should be $29.46.

I so appreciate working with all of you in this community venture. The sound and presentation moves are really coming together.

If you have any questions, please connect with me at 207.233.1116 or glwyell@aol.com

Thanks, Glenn

NEDistrict Calendar Listings: https://www.nedistrict.org/calendar-lists

-Listing NED events and Chapter Shows!

Ryan Norfleet (207) 253-9433 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

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Jun. 20 (Tue) ** Music Medics ** What: Music Medics Outing

Where: Barbara Bush Children's Hospital at Maine Medical Center

Times: 1:30pm

Jul. 2-9 (Sun – Sun)

What: 2023 INTERNATIONAL: Louisville, Kentucky

Where: Louisville, Kentucky

Links: https://www.barbershop.org/events/2023-international-convention

Jul. 19 (Wed)

What: 2022 Yarmouth Clam Festival Booth Setup

• 12 people for gear transport and setup

Where: Yarmouth, ME

Time: 10:00am

SignUp: https://signup.com/go/sNmtusF

Jul. 20 (Thu)

What: 2022 Yarmouth Clam Festival Booth Setup

• 10 people for cleaning and final prep

Where: Yarmouth, ME

Time: 10:00am

SignUp: https://signup.com/go/sNmtusF

Jul. 21-23 (Fri – Sun)

What: 2022 Yarmouth Clam Festival

Where: Yarmouth, ME

Link: https://www.clamfestival.com

SignUp: https://signup.com/go/sNmtusF

Jul. 22 (Sat) ** Downeasters Performance **

What: 2022 Yarmouth Clam Festival Performance

Where: Yarmouth, ME

Time: TBA

Aug 3-6 (Thu-Sun)

What: Harmony Explosion Camp

Where: Worcester State University Worcester, MA

Times: TBA

Link: https://www.nedistrict.org/calendar/2023/8/3/harmony-explosion-camp

Aug 4-6 (Fri-Sun)

What: Harmony College Northeast 2023

Where: Worcester State University Worcester, MA

Times: TBA

Link: https://www.nedistrict.org/hcne

Aug. 11-13 (Fri-Sun)

What: Atlantic Harmony Brigade 2023

Where: Brandywine Plaza Hotel

630 Naamans Rd, Wilmington, DE 19703

Link: https://www.atlanticharmonybrigade.com/

Aug 18-20 (Fri-Sun)

What: 2023 Meredith Bay Barbershop Jamboree

Where: Meredith, New Hampshire

Times: TBA

Link: https://www.nedistrict.org/jamboree

What: New England Harmony Brigade Rally 2023

Where: The planned rally location in 2023 is:

Courtyard Boston Marlborough

75 Felton Street

Marlborough, MA 01752

Link: www.nehb.net

Oct 27-29 (Fri-Sun) ** Downeasters Performance **

What: NED '23 Fall District Convention & Contests

Where: Windham, NH

Times: TBA

Link: https://www.nedistrict.org/calendar/2023/10/27/ned-23-fall-district-convention

Dec. 9 (Sat) ** Downeasters Performance **

What: CHRISTMAS PRELUDE - CHURCH AT THE CAPE

Where: 3 Langsford Road

Cape Porpoise, Maine 04014

Link: https://www.churchonthecape.org

Sep. 22-24 (Fri-Sun)

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Gross

Gross's anniversary

Jun Wayne Keith's birthday 13 Jun Tom Telford - member of Downeasters Chapter of BHS 2 years 15 Jun Roger Buck's birthday 21 Jun Kevin Schwery - member of Downeasters Chapter of BHS 2 years 22 Jun Sam Elliot - member of Downeasters Chapter of BHS 6 years 23 Jun Dave Marstaller's birthday 26 Jun Christopher Howard's birthday 27 Jun Bill Bedford and Doris A Bedford's anniversary 29 Jun Scott Kolda - member of Downeasters Chapter of BHS 21 years 29 Jun Marshall Wagner - member of Downeasters Chapter of BHS 41 years 30 Jun Gran Barrows - member of Downeasters Chapter of BHS 45 years 30 Jun David Brown - member of Downeasters Chapter of BHS 21 years 30 Jun Dan Joyce - member of Downeasters Chapter of BHS 21 years 30 Jun Bruce Sturgis - member of Downeasters Chapter of BHS 35 years 30 Jun Timothy Wyant - member of Downeasters Chapter of BHS 39 years

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9 Jun John

and Susan

YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3yCb26vTyc

Love Walked In

Performed live at the Rose Garden Arena in Portland, Oregon during the Barbershop Harmony Society's 2012 International Convention.

From YouTube:

Crossroads - Retirement Performance of Lucky Old Sun

YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSZGHn_qc_s

This remarkable performance from the 2009 International Champions, Crossroads, was one we will never forget. Lucky Old Sun was the quartet's signature song and their retirement performance was a gift to us all.

From YouTube:

Tim Waurick Tag- When I Leave The World Behind

YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYaDV04Y0pY

The classic tag to When I Leave The World Behind, but on steroids. There are different variations of this tag, but the original extended tag came from the legendary Bob Disney and the 1992 Mid-Atlantic District Champions, Arcade. The interp and other fun alterations to the original are as sung by Multi-Time International Finalist and MAD Quartet Champions, Wheelhouse. Truly a classic tag on steroids! Out of all of my tags, this is actually one of my favorites that I've done...perhaps because it was one of the early ones from my childhood.

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Bare Necessities

Blue Skies

Can You Feel The Love Tonight

Caroline

Cop On The Beat

From the First Hello

God Bless America

Good Luck Charm*competition

Hallelujah

Hello Mary Lou

How High The Moon

I Have Dreamed*competition

Irish Blessing

Nevertheless

O Canada

Softly, As I Leave You

Star Spangled Banner

Sweet Caroline

What A Wonderful World

Christmas Music:

Angels We Have heard on High

Do You Hear What I Hear

Go Tell It on the Mountain

Hark the Herald Angels Sing

Have Yourself a Merry Little

Christmas

Jingle Bell Rock

O Come, All Ye Faithful

O Holy Night

Silent Night

We Wish You a Merry Christmas

Winter Wonderland

Downeasters Competition Chorus Videos:

YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7LSpeZEZy4lUObZDtgBa9kqxFpV5ykrM

Downeasters Practice Videos:

Chris’s channel: https://www.youtube.com/@christopherhoward488/playlists

Downeasters & Quartets Videos on YouTube:

YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB2KEyK89e1G6-F0Un6EJr3NyHsMro3Lz

Downeasters Leadership for 2023

President

Mike Soper <gmichaelsoper@gmail.com>

Primary: (207) 400-9184

Secretary

Secondary: (207) 730-5624

Scott Kolda < mainiacsinsweden@yahoo.com >

Primary: (207) 522-1020

VP - Membership

Chris Cutler-Wood < christopherjcutler@gmail.com>

Primary: (860) 808-9887

VP - PR-Marketing

Kevin Schwery < schwery@gmail.com >

Primary:

Director

Chris Howard < crhlehigh@gmail.com >

Primary: (201) 893-1173

Librarian

Dwight Pensiero <DJPensiero@gmail.com>

Primary: (207) 353-3244

"Soundings" Newsletter Editor

Bruce Sturgis <BStur1@gmail.com>

Primary: (207) 520-8354

Bruce Sturgis

Soundings Weekly Editor

email: soundings.ed@gmail.com

Downeasters Barbershop Chorus

www.downeasters.org

Immediate Past President

Bill Bedford < wbedford11@gmail.com >

Primary: (518) 275-5627

Treasurer

Roger Buck < rcbuck9@gmail.com >

Primary: (207) 879-0643 Cell: (207) 749-9059

VP - Music

George Feinberg < gmfeinberg@gmail.com >

Primary: (207) 615-3748

Board Member at Large

Marshall Wagner <emwagner31@aol.com>

Primary: (207) 232-1543

Board Member at Large

Jim Johnston < jimjohnston@maine.rr.com >

Primary: (207) 619-7613 Cell: (207) 400-9760

Board Member at Large

Rich Parsons < repdhp@msn.com >

Primary: (207) 985-9196 Cell: (207) 232-7770

Board Member at Large

Sam Wainright < samwainright1@gmail.com >

Primary: 207-518-8577 Cell: 860-759-4973

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