OCTOBER 2005

OTHER NEWS OF NOTE

Youth Choruses in the Spotlight
Young singers from Handel and Haydn Society’s Educational Outreach Program display their youthful talent and love for singing in several upcoming community events. The Society’s Youth Chorus (ages 10-14) brings warmth and holiday cheer to the Symphony Hall stage when they perform in the “Holiday Sing” concert Saturday, December 3 at 3:00 p.m. under the direction of Grant Llewellyn. The Young Women’s Chorus (ages 15-18) will sing in a free “Vespers” concert with choirs from Wellesley College (Lisa Graham, conductor) on Sunday, December 4, 8.00pm at Houghton Chapel, Wellesley College . The Handel and Haydn Singers (ages 8-10) join the Youth Chorus and the Young Women’s Chorus for a festival holiday concert on Sunday, December 11 at 5:30 p.m. at United Parish, Brookline . Admission is $6 at the door: all proceeds will benefit the Youth Chorus’ New York City debut in February at the American Choral Directors Association convention.

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Record Subscription Sales in 2005-2006 Season
The Handel and Haydn Society has announced that subscription sales for the 2005-2006 season are the highest in the organization's history. "At a time when many arts organizations are experiencing a decline in subscribers, Handel and Haydn is thrilled at the vote of confidence from Boston area concert-goers," states Mary Deissler, Handel and Haydn Executive Director. “Seeking feedback from the audience about programming and focusing on customer service have been key. " Subscription income and seats have increased 19% over the past two years. Gregg Sorensen, Director of Marketing and Public Relations, adds "Whether it's offering free or discounted parking or opportunities to meet our musicians, we strive to do a better job every year at meeting our subscribers’ needs."

CLICK HERE to purchase a subscription for the 2005-2006 Season.

Ambassadors Welcome New Subscribers
Kicking off its second season of activities, Handel and Haydn Ambassadors is a corps of longtime patrons, supporters, and fans of the Society who volunteer time during the concert season to lend a personal touch in welcoming and connecting with the Society’s new subscribers. Headed with characteristic verve by Handel and Haydn Governor Bonnie Wax, the Ambassadors look in the coming season to expand upon their inaugural year’s activities by personally thanking and meeting new subscribers, staffing welcome tables at each concert, and hosting receptions for the Society’s newest patrons. The Ambassadors corps of 50 would love to extend its reach by adding new members. If you are an outgoing and enthusiastic Handel and Haydn fan who would like to add your vim and vigor to the Ambassadors’ effort, contact Bonnie Wax at 617-738-5480 or ewax@kwb.com or Marc Young at the Handel and Haydn office, 617-262-1815 or myoung@handelandhaydn.org.

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