Williams County Community Concerts Live on Stage has kicked off their 2010-2011 membership campaign at the January 24 Chapter 6 concert in Bryan. Last summer, board members traveled to Nashville, Tennessee, to preview potential artists’ performances. Performers and dates have now been confirmed for the local series.
2010-2011 campaign chairperson, Carol Eschhofen, and campaign secretary, Goldie Wieland, have announced details of the membership drive. Over fifty volunteers on nineteen teams have been organized to sell memberships for the new series of five concerts.
The renewal blitz for current members will take place from January 24 to February 7. Persons attending the January 24 concert at the Arts and Ed Auditorium are encouraged to renew their memberships then.
Concerts announced for the 2010-2011 season include the Indianapolis Children’s Choir, Eric Himy (classical pianist), Buddy Jewell (country-western singer), Trio Con Brio Copenhagen (strings), and the Dallas Brass.
WCCCA Live on Stage President, Hyla Sharrock, states that the price for a season membership, which includes all five concerts, remains at $50 for an adult and $15 for a student. Family memberships cost $125. In addition, various levels of patronage are available, according to patron chair, June Webster.
The 57th WCCCA Live on Stage season will begin on Sunday, October 3, 2010, with the Indianapolis Children’s Choir. In its 25th year, the choir has been in residence on the campus of Butler University. Participants represent locations in Central Indiana typically in grades four through nine. The Indianapolis Children’s Choir has performed in a variety of professional settings and toured nationally and internationally.
Critically-acclaimed classical pianist, Eric Himy, will perform on Thursday, November 18, 2010. Himy has been praised for his lush interpretations of Romantic and Gershwin compositions. His formidable technique and wit have been shared in concert halls across the United States, Europe, and South America.
Buddy Jewell is scheduled to perform on Sunday afternoon, January 30, 2011. An Arkansas native, Jewell garnered fans nationwide after being crowned the Nashville Star in 2003. He took the world of country music by storm with his tender, heartfelt voice and his hit song, “Southern Comfort”.
Trio Con Brio Copenhagen will share an amazing range of timbres and tones on Monday, February 21, 2011. Local board members were particularly impressed with the classical trio. This chamber ensemble includes the Korean sisters, Soo-Jin Hong and Soo-kyung Hong on violin and Danish pianist, Jens Elvekjaer.
The culmination of next year’s season will be the superb Dallas Brass on Tuesday, April 19, 2011. Dallas Brass consists of two trumpets, trombone, tuba, bass trumpet, and a full complement of drums and percussion. Their repertoire includes classical, Dixieland, Broadway, and patriotic.
As part of their visit here, both Eric Himy and the Dallas Brass will be providing educational outreach programs for area students. The Dallas Brass concert will actually include area high school band members in their evening program. In the past, local service clubs have sponsored the cost of student outreaches.
All board members and volunteers can provide information about the performing artists and how to obtain Live on Stage memberships. Team Captains this year include Rick Barnett, Bob and Judy Chrismer, Carol Eschhhofen, Rick and Kathleen Ewonus, Mary Goldenetz, Myrna Grove, Tom and Shirley Ketzler, Nancy Kuehne, Jody Lamantia, Dorothy Ritchey-Moore, Julia Rossow, Dave and Jan Schumm, Marilyn Scott, Hyla Sharrock, June Webster, and Jo Winzeler.
Up-to-date information about Williams County Community Concerts can be found on this web site, by clicking on the “2010-2011 Season” tab. The web site includes short bios of artists, subscription forms, and short videos of performances. Memberships can also be obtained at the Bryan Chamber of Commerce, or by calling 419-636-5179 or 419-636-1437.
