Drinking Habits by Tom Smith (BCCT Pickering 2004)
Drinking Habits is the 2004 winner of the Robert J. PIckering Award for Playwriting Excellence, awarded by the Branch County Community Theatre (branchcct.org).
Drinking Habits was premiered by BCCT at the Tibbits Opera House in Coldwater, Michigan on February 19, 20, and 21, 2004.
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Branch County Community Chorus Celebrating 10 Years of Musical Excellence
Sunday, April 17, 2011, 3:00pm
Singing in the Spring: Mozart's Mass in C minor w/ chamber orchestra and organ
Soprano: Betty Picard
Mezzo: Barbara Sudeikis
Mezzo: Jackie King
Tenor: Mark Wells
Bass: John Hummel
Location: First Presbyterian Church, Battle Creek, MI
Admission: Freewill contribution
Saturday, May 7th 7:30pm
Branch County Community Chorus:
A 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION CONCERT and Reception
(An evening of fun, food, memories, songs and much laughter)
Location: Tibbits Opera House, Coldwater, MI
Admission: Freewill contribution
Join
THE PROCESS:
There is no formal audition, however we do ask that you come to the first rehearsal with an open mind. We also ask that you call (269) 965-3931 ext. 2566 to schedule a vocal assesment with our director, Gerald Blanchard.
In order to be considered for membership with the choir, you must do the following:
1.Be accepted by the director for membership.
2.Register for membership through Kellogg Community College. If you are in Coldwater area, please contact the Grahl Center of KCC for registration information: (517) 278-3300 or visit GRAHL CENTER The registration fee is now reduced to $50 per season. You may be elgible for a performing arts grant at the end of the Spring season, providing you met all qualifications.
3.Be able to read music at a basic level.
4.Be able to sing in tune and hold pitch independently.
5.Most importantly: Have a love for music.
No prior professional experience or formal musical training is necessary.
Branch County Community Chorus Guiding Principles
1.Performance of a wide variety of choral repertoire
2.Build public interest in the choral arts
3.Create new opportunities for performance by community members
4.Inspire, Motivate and Celebrate musical fellowship among singers
Rehearsal location: Church of Jesus Christ, 284 W. State Street, Coldwater, MI
Rehearsal Time: 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. every Tuesday (Sept. thru May)
BCCC is a member organization of the Vocal/Choral Division of Kellogg Community College.
The choir consists of 22+ singers of all abilities, from the beginner to the professional. They are all united in their love of singing.
The chorus accepts new singers, normally at the beginning of preparations for a new concert. If you are interested in joining, please call the director Mr. Gerald J. Blanchard (269)965-3931 Ext. 2566 to learn more about the Chorus and to schedule a vocal placement interview.
Any singer willing to commit to a weekly rehearsal schedule is welcome to join. The Choir rehearses Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. Church of Jesus Christ, 284 W. State Street, Coldwater, MI.
Attendance Policy
Please sign in on your section attendance sheet at each rehearsal (Kellogg Community College students please sign in at the end of rehearsal). Please call (269.965.3931 ext. 2566) or email (blanchardg@kellogg.edu) as soon as you know that you will miss a rehearsal. Missing more than 5 rehearsals will require the Director's permission to continue. If you often need to arrive late or leave early, please discuss your situation with the Director.
Need to Know Information 1. Rehearsals start at 6:30 p.m. sharp. Please arrive on time, with your score and pencil ready. 2. We only have a short time to prepare for our concerts, therefore there is limited talking during rehearsal. A 10 min. break will be given for the opportunity for you to fellowship. Also remember, 6:00pm-6:30pm is a social period. 3. We have a 5 minute vocal warm-up, and a 10 minute break. Members are provided with practice mp3 links via our members only section of the web page - you are expected to practice outside of rehearsals to learn your part. If you cannot attend a rehearsal, please call us (269-965-3931 ext. 2566), or send us an email at blanchardg@kellogg.edu or bccc@bcvarts.org.