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The document discusses the Buffalo Choral Arts Society, a 100+ member community chorus founded in 1966. It summarizes the society's mission to introduce and perform high quality choral works. It also outlines some of the modern struggles facing such organizations, like declining attendance and funding issues. The agenda highlights an upcoming performance of "Simple Gifts" and discusses the personal benefits of participating in a choir.
Please Support the Buffalo Choral Arts Society!
- 2. Matthew George • JoinedBCAS in 2012 • Extensive Musical Background • Started Singing in High School • Fundraising Volunteer • Section Leader
- 3. Agenda • Buffalo ChoralArts Society • Modern Struggles • Why It’s Important • Simple Gifts • Personal Benefits • Conclusion
- 4. • Founded in1966, Robert Schultz • 100+ Member Community Chorus • Many Styles of Music • Local Collaboration • Choral Ambassadors of WNY • Music Director: Marcia Giambrone Buffalo Choral Arts Society
- 6. Committed to theintroduction and performance of the highest quality choral literature from the past and present. Will develop, enrich, and entertain present and future singers and audiences, as well as provide affordable concerts in a variety of accessible venues. MISSION
- 7. Agenda • Buffalo ChoralArts Society • Modern Struggles • Why It’s Important • Simple Gifts • Personal Benefits • Conclusion
- 20. Agenda • Buffalo ChoralArts Society • Modern Struggles • Why It’s Important • Simple Gifts • Personal Benefits • Conclusion
- 21. • Sheet Music •Venue Rental Rising Operating Costs • Rehearsal Space • Equipment • Advertising • Travel Expenses • Compensation • Scholarships
- 22. Significant Decline inPublic Arts Funding Since 2008
- 23. Younger Generations AreNot Attending Classical Performances
- 24. Courtesy of theIrvine Arts Innovation Fund Declining Attendance at All Arts Performances
- 27. Agenda • Buffalo ChoralArts Society • Modern Struggles • Why It’s Important • Simple Gifts • Personal Benefits • Conclusion
- 32. Not Your Style? TooBusy? No Money?
- 33. Agenda • Buffalo ChoralArts Society • Modern Struggles • Why It’s Important • Simple Gifts • Personal Benefits • Conclusion
- 41. Agenda • Buffalo ChoralArts Society • Modern Struggles • Why It’s Important • Simple Gifts • Personal Benefits • Conclusion
- 42. A Jubilant Song Sunday,November 2, 2014 @ 3:00-pm St. Joseph University Church 3269 Main Street (near UB South Campus) Call: (716) 775-SONG Visit: BuffaloChoralArts.org
- 43. A Garland ofSong Sunday, December 7, 2014 @ 3:00-pm St. Joseph Cathedral 50 Franklin Street (Downtown Buffalo) Call: (716) 775-SONG Visit: BuffaloChoralArts.org