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PATRONS : Dr Robert Boughen OBE and David Gray Sep-Oct 2018 COMING UP: TOSAQ DIRECTORY Sunday 7th October from 2pm President: Lance Hutchinson (07) 3355 0979 a/h SILENNT FIILM with [email protected] DAVID BBAILEY Vice-President: Kevin Collins 3351 2322 Kelvin Grove State College Theatre [email protected] Treasurer: Kevin Purchase 3359 6016 [email protected] Executive Secretary: Brett Kavanagh 0412-879 678 [email protected] Web Master: Rick Whatson 0451-409 343 [email protected] Time to dim the lights, open the curtains and lower Tibia Editor: the console… yes, time for a silent film show at Mike Gillies 3279 3930 Kelvin Grove! [email protected] David Bailey, arguably Australia’s best silent film Committee Members: organist, will accompany a vintage silent film, using David Bailey the resources of the TOSAQ Christie cinema pipe Debbie Fitzsummons organ. An all-new silent film will be screened — Robert Weismantel The Love Nest (1923) with Buster Keaton. It’s a Alison Pashley classic! So, invite your neighbours, friends and Tim Larritt bring your children and grandchildren along. Christie Maintenance: This is a normal Club Day (free for TOSA members Rick Whatson 0451-409 343 - $5 visitors), and includes a simple but delicious [email protected] afternoon tea. The Club Day will be a wonderful opportunity to welcome and get to know members from the previous Conn-Sole Club and introduce Postal Address (all correspondence): (or, in some cases, re-introduce) these past- 51 Princess St, Mitchelton QLD 4053 members to the Christie. Musical entertainment will be provided on the Christie and piano by TOSA QUEENSLAND was established on TOSAQ members and Conn-Sole Club Members. 26 Feb 1964 The latest Conn-Sole Club President Glenda Kubler will also be making a presentation to Unless otherwise noted, our daytime TOSAQ following their final meeting on 26 August. meetings are held from 2 pm at Kelvin Guests / Non-members welcome – $5pp entry. Grove State College Theatre, corner of Tank Street & Victoria Park Road, Kelvin Practice Nights Grove 4059 — ALL WELCOME! Monday 24 September & www.tosaq.com.au 8, 22 & 29 October Held at Kelvin Grove State College Theatre from 7.30pm. Come along and have a play—all welcome! Enjoy a cuppa with fellow players. Listening/playing guests welcome. FROM THE PRESIDENT’S DESK Saturday 17 November 2pm We were treated to a marvellous afternoon of Simon Gledhill music in August when Tony Fenelon and John Atwell visited TOSAQ. John’s incomparable arrangements for piano and organ, teamed with his own expertise on the Christie and with Tony at the Grand piano was just unforgettable. The music just flowed and the audience was still wanting more, demonstrated by the standing ovation, even though we were well past finishing time. Tony and John have been playing duets for over 40 years and their performance is always fresh, polished and enjoyable to say the least. On a sad note, the Conn-Sole Club held its final get together last month. President Glenda Kubler made a valiant attempt to keep the Club going and from what I understand, the numbers were falling at a rapid rate and the inevitable had to happen. Due to the closing of the Club and pursuant to the laws that affect incorporated bodies, we have received funds from the Conn-Sole Club and I would like to take the opportunity to thank Glenda and her team for thinking of us and passing them on. At the end of this month I’ll be travelling with Voted by his peers as the greatest theatre organist th Heather to Perth to join in TOSA WA’s 50 in the world, Simon Gledhill will enthral you with his Anniversary. I’m pleased to say that other presence at the console of the TOSAQ Christie members of TOSAQ are also making their way over cinema pipe organ on November 17th. for the event. By the looks of it, we are going to have a feast of high quality organ performances. His musical program, from the days of Empire through to the latest Broadway shows, will take you Our final concert, featuring one of UK’s finest, will on a memorable musical journey through time. happen on Saturday 17th November. Simon Being an Englishman, Simon is no stranger to the Gledhill—one of the world’s best—will enchant us British-made Christie and its wonderful tonal when he performs on one of the best Christie resources. organs to be played. Don’t forget this concert, you’ll be disappointed if you do. Make sure you don’t miss this concert—it is a rare chance to enjoy the talents of one of the best there The committee has been full speed ahead to is. Tickets on sale now! See inside. organise next year’s concert list. Once all dates have been confirmed we will announce the dates and who is performing as soon as possible so you can mark them in your diary. Lance Cover photo: What a show… what a performance… Tony Fenelon and John Atwell wowed the audience at Kelvin Grove in August. 2018 CALENDAR Unless otherwise noted, our daytime meetings are held from 2 pm at Kelvin Grove State College Theatre, corner of Tank Street & Victoria Park Road, Kelvin Grove 4059 — ALL WELCOME! Always check the web page for updates or changes — www.tosaq.com.au January June September Monday 29th Practice night Monday 11th Practice Night Monday 10th Practice Night Monday 25th Practice night Monday 24th Practice night February Monday 12th Practice night July October Monday 26th Practice night Sunday 1st Legends in Sunday 7th Silent Film Concert – Monday 8th Practice night March Australian Monday 22nd Practice night Monday 5th Practice night Artists Monday 29th Practice night Sunday 11th International Saturday 7th Silent Film – Artist – Rob GoMA 11 am November Richards USA Sunday 22nd Silent Film – Monday 12th Practice night Monday 26th Practice night GoMA 11 am Saturday 17th International Monday 23rd Practice night Artist – Simon April Monday 30th Practice night Gledhill UK Monday 9th Practice Night Monday 26th Practice night Monday 23rd Practice night August Sunday 29th Australian Artist Monday 6th Practice night December – Neil Jensen Sunday 12th Australian Sunday 2nd Club Day & Artists – Tony AGM May Fenelon & John Monday 14th Practice night Atwell th Monday 28th Practice night Monday 27 Practice night SIMON GLEDHILL 17 NOVEMBER Note: Items in red highlight are events with paid entry. All KGSC events commence at 2 pm unless otherwise stated. Practice nights commence at 7.30 pm in the KGSC theatre. Club Days – As per recent years past, we have maintained the hall bookings for the first Sunday of the Month 2018, should any additional opportunities or member-driven events come up. This includes opportunities for private member playing sessions etc. Contact the Secretary for more information. SATURday 17 NOVEMBER from 2 pm SIMON GLEDHILL Christie Cinema Pipe Organ Kelvin Grove State College Theatre Book Now at www.tosaq.com.au Now is the time to save on individual tickets to the final 2018 TOSA touring artist event. Throw everything you know about organ music out the window. TOSAQ is breaking the rules with the astonishing British virtuoso Simon Gledhill in a concert of unexpected delights. Heart-warming music meets incredible keyboard skills! Simon will present an entertaining program of ‘British Light Music’ featuring the work of Wally Stott, Frederic Curzon, Jack Strachey and Sidney Torch along with stunning selections from the stage and screen. Memories of Ethel Merman and Betty Grable in “Annie Get Your Gun” and other movie classics will be highlights. This concert has something for everyone. In 1997, the prestigious American Theatre Organ Society named Simon “Organist of the Year” and in 2015 inducted him into the "Hall of Fame", recognising his contribution to this genre. TOSAQ will present Simon Gledhill in comfortable cabaret style seating with projection of the performance on screens from multiple cameras bringing the audience closer to the action. Enjoy a complimentary drink (wine or fruit punch) on arrival and afternoon tea at interval. Early Bird discount tickets are available now. TOSA members can secure individual tickets for $22.00 when they are booked and paid for by Sunday 11 November. After this date, tickets for TOSA members will be $27.00. All tickets include a complimentary drink (wine and fruit punch) on arrival and a scrumptious afternoon tea at interval. Tickets can be secured in the following ways: 1. Online at www.tosaq.com.au 2. Post a cheque / Money Order to the TOSA Q Secretary – 51 Princess Street, Mitchelton, Qld. 4053. Be sure to include a short note with your name and how many tickets you want. 3. Contact Brett on 0412 879 678 to process a Credit Card / Debit Card payment over the phone. Early Bird tickets must be paid for in full by Sunday 11 November 2018 — tickets cannot be held without payment. Tickets: General public: $32 (Early Bird $27) TOSA members: $27 (Early Bird $22) Tertiary Students: $12 (Full Time, ID Required) Primary & Secondary School Students: $5 NEWS ROUNDUP It’s the end of an era for the Conn-Sole Club in Brisbane. Gift Vouchers An ageing and declining membership has seen the Club’s attendance dwindle in recent months to the point where it has become non-viable to run as an incorporated society. It was wound up at a meeting 26th August 2018. The Conn-Sole Club was set up 45 years ago with the help of the Conn Organ dealership operated by Howell Whitehouse. Meetings were first held in the showrooms at Spring Hill and later moved to St Joachim’s Hall at The perfect Christmas gifts are a little unexpected and a Holland Park for its final 14 years.