Singing Praises

To The Editor:

The Newtown Choral Society played to a terrific audience December 11 when they presented their winter concert, Bush’s “In Praise of Mary,” Mozart’s “Regina Coeli” and other songs of the season, at The Meeting House

As always, our director, Mary Andreotta, presented us with challenging music and then led us to an excellent musical interpretation. Todd Gorski, our accompanist, contributed mightily to the successful concert. We thank Todd for his professionalism, his ability, and his good humor.

We thank Tom Paisley and the Board of The Meeting House for preserving such a music-friendly venue.

Shannon Hicks and Kaaren Valenta of The Newtown Bee have been a big part of our ability to attract new members as well as fill The Meeting House with as large an audience as we did.

We also would like to thank Sybil Blau and the News-Times for their terrific help.

We thank David Jurman for his many efforts on the choir’s behalf and Jonathan Pope of Newtown Middle School for his ongoing support of the choir. Thanks also go to the office and custodial staff of the middle school.

We thank Bill and Patricia Campbell for their help in collecting tickets and giving out programs.

And, we also thank Miracle Graphics of Bethel for its tremendous contribution in designing and printing our program. As a nice coincidence, Miracle Graphics is owned by Sarah Gallo, a Newtown High School graduate.

Finally, we must thank my husband, Kenneth. As usual, Kenneth lent his computer expertise, his patience, and his muscle wherever it was needed.

The Newtown Choral Society, which is in its 19th year, will begin its once weekly rehearsals for its May 14th concert January 26. Under the continuing direction of Mary Andreotta, we welcome new members and require only that new members have a love of singing and be willing to learn. Call me at 426-3769 if you would like to discuss joining the Newtown Choral Society.

Laura E. Lerman

President

55 Main Street, Newtown                                     December 13, 2004