Eleanor Johnson, Director Shannon Barrett, Choreographer Dan Thomson, Producer
Memorial Hall Steele Indian School Park Phoenix, Arizona
May 2, 2015 at 7:00PM May 3, 2015 at 3:00PM
Video recording and flash photography are strictly prohibited
North Valley Chorale
The North Valley Chorale (NVC) is a voluntary, non profit (501 (c)(3)) organization dedicated to the cultural, musical, and social enrichment of metropolitan Phoenix and its surrounding communities. Our sponsors, donors, advertisers and volunteers help us achieve our mission. Join us!
We serve all segments of our community by providing affordable and accessible performances of choral music from many traditions, eras, and cultures. Our repertoire ranges from classical to pop and Broadway.
We reach out into the community to serve and lift up those who are suffering and in need. During the holidays and throughout the year we share the gifts of music, companionship and goods with those who are needy, ill or homeless and their caregivers. This season we are proud to partner with UMOM shelters, the Banner Alzheimer Institute (BAI), St. Matthew School and several senior living communities. We are proud to be “the choir that cares.”
We are still looking for a few good singers. NVC practices on Wednesday evenings at the Phoenix Boys Choir, 1131 E. Missouri Ave, Phoenix, AZ. Visit us on the web for more information about the NVC. Call (602) 992-7095 to schedule an audition.
SAVE the DATES
What Sweeter Music Featuring Handel’s Messiah with Orchestra SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2015, 3:00 P.M.
Mystery & Majesty Featuring Mozart’s Requiem with Orchestra SUNDAY, MARCH 6, 2016, 3:00 P.M.
American Showcase All your favorites and a Mother’s Day surprise SATURDAY, MAY 7, 2016 & SUNDAY, MAY 8, 2016
AND NVC Central Europe Concert Tour Performing in Munich, Salzburg, Vienna and Prague J U N E 3 0 - J U L Y 1 2 , 2 0 1 6
Call 602-464-4100 for tickets or visit our website
CONTACT US NORTHVALLEYCHORALE@G MAIL.COM WWW.NORTHVALLEYCHORA LE.ORG
Broadway Salutes America
Welcome Carole V. Bartholomeaux, Master of Ceremonies
Presentation of Colors Arizona Society Sons of the American Revolution National Anthem
Strike Up the Band! Music and Lyrics by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin Arranged by Mark Hayes Drum Major: Maddie Barrett
Irving Berlin’s America Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin Choral Arrangement by Roger Emerson Instrumental Arrangement by Paul Murtha
There’s No Business Like Show Business
Alexander’s Ragtime Band
Puttin’ On the Ritz
Blue Skies Corey De Tar, Phil Digati, Traci Esposito, Pam Fischer, Paula Ginkel, Peter Johnson, Bonnie Kuettner, Catherine Le, Craig Metzger, Gary Thomson, Randy Weiss
Always Katherine Gleason, Joe Johnson, Kelly Johnson, Peter Lourie, Anita Murcko, Margaret Neno, Barb Nicol, Jim Nicol, Angie Schermitzler, Herb Schatell, Stephen Schermitzler, Mark Wallace
God Bless America
A Salute to George M. Cohan Music and Lyrics by George M. Cohan Choral Arrangement by Jay Althouse Instrumental Arrangement by Michael Frassetti Angela Barrett, Maddie Barrett, Samantha Barrett, Ava Digati, Sophia Digati, Kassidy Johns, Melanie Nyland
You’re a Grand Old Flag Give My Regards To Broadway The Yankee Doodle Boy
The Music Man Music and Lyrics by Meredith Willson Choral Arrangement by Clay Warnick Instrumental Arrangement by Michael Frassetti
Seventy Six Trombones
Goodnight, My Someone Angie Schermitzler
Pick A Little, Talk A Little/Goodnight, Ladies
Lida Rose / Will I Ever Tell You Sarah Smith
The Wells Fargo Wagon John Prosek, Christine Dermanelian, Phil Digati, Kelly Johnson
Till There Was You Kelly Johnson, Stephen Schermitzler
Seventy Six Trombones Music Man: David Mancuso
Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy Music and Lyrics by Don Raye and Hughie Prince Arranged by Ed Lojeski Kelley Jean Bagby, Shannon Barrett, Christine Dermanelian, Traci Esposito, Pam Fischer, Dawn Forkenbrock, Katherine Gleason, Kelly Johnson, Bonnie Kuettner, Claudia Navarrete, Carolyn Nyland, Sarah Smith, Tap Dancer: Melanie Nyland
The Music of MGM (A Choral Medley) Vocal Arrangement by Greg Gilpin Instrumental Arrangement by Peter Schmutte
That’s Entertainment Music by Arthur Schwartz Lyrics by Howard Dietz
San Francisco Music by Bronislau Kaper and Walter Jurmann Lyrics by Gus Kahn
The Trolley Song Music by Ralph Blane Lyrics by Hugh Martin Kelley Jean Bagby, Shannon Barrett, Christine Dermanelian, Corey De Tar, Phil Digati, Dawn Forkenbrock, Peter Johnson, Craig Metzger, Claudia Navarrete, Carolyn Nyland, Stephen Schermitzler, Gary Thomson
Good Morning Music by Nacio Herb Brown Lyrics by Arthur Freed Additional lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green Shannon Barrett, Corey De Tar, Carolyn Nyland, Stephen Schermitzler
Make ‘Em Laugh Music by Nacio Herb Brown Lyrics by Arthur Freed Craig Metzger
Over the Rainbow Music by Harold Arlen Lyric by E. Y. Harburg Carolyn Nyland
Singin’ In the Rain Music by Nacio Herb Brown Lyrics by Arthur Freed Shannon Barrett, Gary Thomson
INTERMISSION
Win a Free TRIP to PARIS For only $50, you can win an all-expenses paid trip to Paris, France. See details on back cover of program. Only 500 tickets will be sold! and Buy your Weekend in Paris Raffle Ticket TODAY to win the Paris Gift Basket with French wine and more.
Refreshments
Complimentary Desserts at your table Purchase coffee, water, soda for only $1.00!
GIFT CARD RAFFLE TICKETS ONLY $5 each or 3 for $10 or best value 7 for $20
Winners selected before final curtain, must be present. 1st Prize - $300 in Gift Cards from your favorite area restaurants and stores
2nd Prize - NVC Gift Basket - NVC merchandise and 2 VIP tickets to the 2015 Christmas Concert
NVC Merchandise
NVC Logo Mugs $8 each or 2 for $15 NVC Logo Ornaments $8 each or 2 for $15 NVC CDs $15 each or 2 for $25 An American Tapestry & We Wish You Christmas Decorative Hand Towels, Designed by B. Hoehne $15 Festive Pet Bandanas $3 - $6 each
Jersey Boys Arranged by Mark Brymer
December 1963 (Oh, What a Night) Words and Music by Robert Gaudio and Judy Parker
Working My Way Back to You Words and Music by Denny Randell and Sandy Linzer Corey De Tar
Let’s Hang On Words and Music by Bob Crewe, Denny Randell and Sandy Linzer Corey De Tar, Stephen Schermitzler
Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You Words and Music by Bob Crewe and Robert Gaudio Peter Johnson
Who Loves You Words and Music by Robert Gaudio and Judy Parker Corey De Tar, Stephen Schermitzler
Disney Spectacular Arranged by Mac Huff
Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah Words by Ray Gilbert Music by Allie Wrubel
I’ve Got Not Strings Words by Ned Washington Music by Leigh Harline Melanie Nyland
Chim Chim Cher-ee Words and Music by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman Stephen Schermitzler (Saturday) Smith Graham (Sunday)
Step In Time Words and Music by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman Angela Barrett, Samantha Barrett, Maddie Barrett, Ava Digati, Sophia Digati, Kassidy Johns, Melanie Nyland
Heigh-Ho / Whistle While You Work Words by Larry Morey Music by Frank Churchill Gary Ciba, Graham Johnson, Joe Johnson, Craig Metzger, Jim Nicol, John Prosek, Mark Wallace
When You Wish Upon a Star Words by Ned Washington Music by Leigh Harline
Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah Words by Ray Gilbert Music by Allie Wrubel
Frozen Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez
Do You Want to Build a Snowman? Ava Digati
For the First Time in Forever Angela Barrett. Maddie Barrett, Samantha Barrett, Ava Digati, Sophia Digati, Kassidy Johns, Melanie Nyland
Love is an Open Door Stephen Schermitzler, Sarah Smith
In Summer Charles Hudson
Fixer Upper Shannon Barrett, Corey De Tar, Phil Digati, Traci Esposito, Paula Ginkel, Katherine Gleason, Smith Graham, Joe Johnson, Kelly Johnson, Peter Johnson, Catherine Le, Peter Lourie, Craig Metzger, Anita Murcko, Barb Nicol, Carolyn Nyland, Stephen Schermitzler, Sarah Smith, Gary Thomson, Mark Wallace, Randy Weiss
Let it Go Carolyn Nyland
It’s De-Lovely Music and lyrics by Cole Porter Arranged by Jay Althouse Randy Weiss
Forever Motown
Maddie Barrett, Shannon Barrett, Corey De Tar, Phil Digati, Traci Esposito, Dawn Forkenbrock, Paula Ginkel, Katherine Gleason, Smith Graham, Joe Johnson, Kelly Johnson, Peter Johnson, Catherine Le, David Mancuso, Craig Metzger, Anita Murcko, Barb Nicol, Carolyn Nyland, Stephen Schermitzler, Sarah Smith, Gary Thomson, Mark Wallace, Randy Weiss
Back in My Arms Again Words and Music by Lamont Dozier, Brian Holland, and Eddie Holland Shannon Barrett
Reach Out (I’ll Be There) Words and Music by Lamont Dozier, Brian Holland, and Eddie Holland Stephen Schermitzler (Saturday) Smith Graham (Sunday)
I Heard It Through the Grapevine Words and Music by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong Peter Johnson
What Becomes of the Broken Hearted Words and Music by William Weatherspoon, Paul Riser, and James Dean Shannon Barrett, Corey De Tar, Carolyn Nyland, Stephen Schermitzler
Ain’t No Mountain High Enough Words and Music by Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson Arranged by Roger Emerson Shannon Barrett, Corey De Tar, Peter Johnson, Carolyn Nyland, Stephen Schermitzler, Sarah Smith
North Valley Chorale
Eleanor Johnson*, Director
Soprano Alto
Kelley Jean Bagby Shannon Barrett Mary Ellen Brooks Christine Dermanelian Pam Fischer Traci Esposito Paula Ginkel Dawn Forkenbrock Barbara Hoehne * Jennifer Gibson Mary Ann Iagulli Katherine Gleason Kelly Johnson * Claudia Navarrete Bonnie Kuettner Mary Neuman Catherine Le Randy Weiss Margaret McCarthy Anita Murcko * Margaret Neno * Bass Barb Nicol Gary Ciba Carolyn Nyland Smith Graham Michelle Rorvig Charles Hudson * Carol Rosales * Graham Johnson * Angie Schermitzler Joe Johnson Sarah Smith Craig Metzger
Tenor Jim Nicol John Prosek Corey De Tar Gary Thomson * Phil Digati Mark Wallace * Peter Johnson Peter Lourie David Mancuso Herbert Schatell Stephen Schermitzler
*North Valley Chorale Board
Youth
Angela Barrett Sophia Digati Maddie Barrett Kassidy Johns Samantha Barrett Melanie Nyland Ava Digati
In Appreciation
Choreography Shannon Barrett, Maddie Barrett, Carolyn Nyland, Melanie Nyland
Production Dan Thomson
Sound Troy Mercer
Sound Intern Donald Dyke, Anjana Madan
Stage Crew Joe Johnson, Gary Ciba, Dave Dermanelian, Gervais Neno, Michelle Nettle, John Prosek, Gary Thomson
Wardrobe Barbara Hoehne
House Manager Karen Thomson
Tickets Pam Thompson, Graham Johnson
Ticket Sales Pam Thompson, Jack Namie, Sharon Namie, Chris Polityka, Frank Thompson, Eric Thomson
Raffle Sales Maureen Arrigo, Paul Arrigo, Hansa Done, Mary Hungate, Dan Magee, Sue and Joe Mullane, Mike Murphy, Steve Nebgen Gervais Neno
Merchandise Sales Karen Churchard, Jan DiLoreto
Usher Angela Barrett, Madeline Barrett, Samantha Barrett, Ava Digati, Sophia Digati, Don Fischer, Chris Ginkel, Joe Iagulli, Kassidy Johns, Melanie Nyland, Jerome Wilson
Refreshment Sales Sue Metzger, Jane Prosek, Sandy Spellman, Beverly Zduniak
Rehearsal Facilities Phoenix Boys Choir
Fund Raising Margaret Neno, Karen Thomson
Program Charles Hudson, Anita Murcko
Program Advertising Michelle Rorvig, Anita Murcko
Publicity and Marketing Graham Johnson
Volunteer Coordination Karen Thomson
Photography Mark Wallace, Herb Schatell
Photo Display Board Kelley Jean Bagby, Gina Ferrari
Venue Memorial Hall at Steele Indian School Park, Manny Garnica, Tammy Parker
Table Sponsors
Kelley Jean Bagby Mark Wallace and Anita Murcko Tom and Shannon Barrett Mike and Marty Murphy Mary Ellen Brooks Gervais and Margaret Neno Dave and Christine Dermanelian Tim and Carolyn Nyland Phil and Brenda Digati John and Jane Prosek Traci and Greg Esposito Peter Lourie and Janice Roper Pam and Don Fischer Michelle Rorvig Katherine and Andrew Gleason Herb and Marion Schatell Graham and Eleanor Johnson Greg Johns and Kerry Schlecht Joe and Kelly Johnson Connie Smith Catherine Le Frank and Pam Thompson Peter and Linda McLaughlin Gary and Karen Thomson Craig and Linda Metzger Steve and Randy Weiss
North Valley Chorale Board of Directors
Director, Eleanor Johnson President, Anita Murcko Corresponding Secretary, Charley Hudson Recording Secretary, Margaret Neno Treasurer, Mark Wallace
Development and Marketing Director, Graham Johnson Membership Director and Music Librarian, Carol Rosales Volunteer Director, Gary Thomson Outreach Director, Kelly Johnson Wardrobe Director, Barbara Hoehne
Friends of North Valley Chorale Contributions for the 2014 – 2015 Season
Orchestra Circle ($2500 to $4999) Mark Wallace and Anita Murcko 3 Steve and Randy Weiss
Singer Circle ($1000 to $2499) American Express Elizabeth Saunders Anonymous Gary and Karen Thomson 1,2 Graham and Eleanor Johnson
Benefactors ($500 to $999) Axxis Advertising Fr. John T. McDonough Harry Cavanaugh, Jr. Margaret Neno James and Debra Larson Bill and Susan Wilde
Angels ($250 - $499) James Beggs Salute Ristorante Daniel and Sharon Morrison Constance Smith Bernadette and Edward Murcko Eileen Stright Mary Neuman Patrons ($100 - $249) Allen Ames John and Toni Logan Grant Deger Patricia Mariella Hansa Done Col. Joseph and Susan Mullane, Jr. Betsy Donovan Sharon Namie David and Nancy Henrickson Dawn Parks Charles Hudson Rosalie Raptosh Kelly Karbon Carol Rosales Steve Kenner Diane Sullivan Maryanne Kramer-Ames Carolyn Walrad Catherine Le Supporters ($25 - $99) Kelly Bagby Kimberly Grabovich Shannon Barrett Richard and Elaine Nelson Mary Ellen Brooks Debbie and Jim Nixon Gary Ciba Carolyn Nyland Philip Digati John Prosek Pam Fischer Rolfs Salon and Spa Gregory and Heidi Gerback Karen Shove 3 Barbara Hoehne La Torretta Ristorante Julie Hull Jan Webb Mary Hungate Chris and Diane Willits
1 In Memory of Emma Iafrate 2 In Memory of Gregory Zduniak 3 In Memory of Don Wallace
From the Director
I can't believe we are concluding yet another season of music making, and what a journey it has been! We've travelled from Bach's glorious Magnificat with a stop for Faure's divine Requiem, ending on Broadway with our Patriotic salute to this amazing country.
Our Chorale family continues to grow. We've lost a few of our friends, welcomed back previous ones and made numerous more wonderful new friends who have brought such joy, wonder and love with them....not to mention their talent and great work ethic! Special thanks to Kelley Jean Bagby for taking on our photo board project her first year with the group! She and her daughter created this so that our audience could get to know ALL the members of the group--not just those who are the most visible.
We commissioned our first piece which was a huge success at our Spring concert and we're in the planning stages for our first European tour--not bad for a group that's concluding its 6th season.
The greatest asset this group has is its members. I never cease to be amazed at what heights this group can reach. Just when I think I might have raised the bar a bit too high for them, they go and jump over it with room to spare. This doesn't just magically happen but happens because of their commitment to excellence and their downright hard work--mixed of course with just the right measure of fun! They make "coming to work" such a joy for me. A huge thanks to them for all their time spent in learning the music & movement and to their families for giving up of their family time. This really is a family effort.
Our choir board headed by Dr. Anita Murcko is THE best. My thanks to each of them--Charley Hudson, Margaret Neno, Gary Thomson, Barbara Hoehne, Kelly Johnson, Dr. Mark Wallace, Carol Rosales and Graham Johnson for their dedication and vision. This is definitely a "working" board and each of them has their responsibilities that they take very seriously.
Our group is also blessed by our volunteers under the direction of Karen Thomson who not only has to make sure we have enough volunteers for each of our productions but also has to purchase & package food, make table arrangements, find Raffle items--the list goes on & on. She & her co-worker Margaret Neno spend numerous hours working on our behalf. A huge thanks to her & her team for their hard work.
I would be remiss if I didn't say a very special thanks to Shannon Barrett for ALL the hours she has put into the choreography for the group. She not only creates the movement but makes practice videos, works with individuals, small groups, etc. Her daughter Maddie has also been invaluable with her help with the NVC Junior ladies. We're also thankful for her bringing along her friend, David Mancuso who has been a great help to our men's section. The Barrett ladies have been joined this year with the Nyland ladies--Carolyn and Melanie, who have also helped with movement. As you can see it takes many people to create a Broadway experience.
I am in awe of Barbara Hoehne who created our Dwarf costumes, Snowman costume, plus all the ladies’ and young ladies' vests, not to mention bowties and cummerbunds--oh yes, and also the hand towels that were for sale during Intermission. She's a DYNAMO and we're richly rewarded by her presence in our group.
Finally I need to thank the one person who helps keep me sane--my husband Graham who has been by my side for 37 yrs. --listening, encouraging and ignoring when necessary. We met in a choir rehearsal and have been in one choir or another for our entire marriage. He was THE one back then and he continues to still be my one & only. Thanks Graham for letting me be me.
Eleanor
Dear Mark & Anita, Your passion for both family and music is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your dedication. Enjoy your great concert! The Wallace Family
Dear NVC friends and Leadership, Just wanted to thank you for a fabulous season filled with three great concerts! What a blessing to be under such great direction and be amongst such talented singers. I feel truly blessed and I am looking forward to a great next season and our upcoming tour!
Michelle
Phoenix Memorial Park & Mortuary Congratulates the NORTH VALLEY CHORALE for their hard work on Broadway Salutes America www.phoenixmemorialmortuary.com 623-434-7000
My dearest David, When the things we’ve planned, Need a helping hand, That’s when I’ll be there Always. Not for just an hour, day or year – but always.
Your gem, Christine
Arizona Society Sons of the American Revolution In appreciation for the Presentation of Colors