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Julie Panke, Director

John Norton, Accompanist

About Us: We are a four-part (SATB) choral ensemble in association with East Greenbush Central School Continuing Education Program which presents everything from Brahms to Broadway, from classical to contemporary. No auditions required, and we are accepting new members. All voices welcome, especially tenors and basses. Rehearsals are held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays during the Fall (September to December) and Spring (January to May) Semesters at Columbia High School in East Greenbush, and membership dues are $20 per semester.

Capital Community Voices, directed by Julie Panke, will present two choral concerts in the 2011-12 season (December and May). The concerts will be held at Genet Elementary School, Route 4, East Greenbush, NY, and tickets will be $8, general admission and $6, students and seniors.

Fall/Winter 2011: "Mistletoe and Stars Aglow" 7:30 pm, Saturday, December 17, 2011.

Spring 2012: "Dream Along with CCV" 7:30 pm, Saturday, May 5, 2012.

Call for Singers! If you've ever sung with CCV, or never sung with CCV, come join us in January for the Spring 2012 semester!

Contact: P.O. Box 213, East Greenbush, NY 12061; ccvsings@hotmail.com

About Our Director

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Julie Panke has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, where she trained at the Lawrence Conservatory of Music, and a Master of Arts Degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo. She is presently director of music at the First Reformed Church of Schenectady and previously served churches in Albany, Burnt Hills, and Glenville. Ms. Panke also directs the Thursday Musical Club, a forty-voice women's chorus based in Schenectady. She is a member of the American Choral Directors Association and a founding officer and former executive director of the Electronic Music Foundation headquartered in Albany.

Abour Our Accompanist

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John Norton studied piano with Findlay Cockrell of the University at Albany music faculty. At age 16 he won the Albany League of Arts Concerto Competition and was a featured soloist with the Albany Symphony Orchestra. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in sound recording technology from the State University College at Fredonia. He undertakes recording projects locally, as well as composing and arranging music from his studio. Mr. Norton also participates in his church's hand bell and vocal choirs, tours annually with the Cobleskill College Choir, and is the keyboardist with the band "Skippy and the Pistons." He is married and lives in Schenectady.

CCV FAQ

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. I'm interested in joining, but I'm nervous about auditioning for a chorus. What can I do?

A. We don't hold auditions, so there's no pressure! Just show up and sing! If you're not sure which part you sing, the director can meet with you privately to help you choose.

Q. How do I join?

A. If possible, please send an e-mail to the CCV webmaster at mailto:ccvsings@hotmail.com to let us know you're coming. Or just come to the chorus room at Columbia High School on a Tuesday night at 7 p.m. during the Fall or Spring school semesters.

Q. How much does it cost to become a member?

A. There is a $20 semester fee.

Q. Do I have to read music, or have a strong music background to join?

A. Our members range from those who can't read music to those who are very musically-inclined. All are welcome.

Q. What do I do if I can't make a rehearsal?

A. Please call your section leader or the director to let us know.

Q. What should I wear for performances?

A. The Dress Code is as follows:

Men: Black slacks, long-sleeved (Winter concert) or short-sleeved (Spring concert) white dress shirt, black (or other color) necktie (provided), black dress shoes.

Women: Black skirt (knee length or longer) or black dress pants, long-sleeved (Winter concert) or short-sleeved (Spring concert) white blouse, black hose, black dress shoes.

For all: NO cologne or perfume. Minimal jewelry.

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