Chor Leoni 2017-2018

Chor Leoni men’s choir 2017-18 season Erick Lichte 1 Artistic Director

For 25 years, Chor Leoni Men’s Choir has delighted and transformed audiences in Vancouver and across the world. Because of you, Chor Leoni has become one of the most active amateur choirs in North America and one of the most popular in all of Canada. This season, every note will be sung from a place of gratitude for all of the support and love Vancouver has given its singing lions for a quarter century.

However, it is the dedication of the men of Chor Leoni and the love they pour into their singing which has made Chor Leoni what it is today. This season brochure celebrates the men of Chor Leoni with two pieces of original artwork by Gabryel Harrison. These works were created by Gabryel in collaboration with the men of the choir and reflect their thoughts and spirit in text, colour and shape. It has been a thrill to see the choir’s passion made real in these two incredible paintings.

Erick Lichte Artistic Director

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Thanks to all of you who have made our passion for singing real. Welcome to our 25th Season!

ONE LAST SONG 25th Annual Remembrance Day Concerts Saturday November 11, 2017 | 1:30pm West Vancouver United Church 2062 Esquimalt Ave, West Vancouver

Saturday November 11, 2017 | 8pm St. Andrew’s-Wesley United Church 1022 Nelson St at Burrard, Vancouver Section A $40 | Section B $35 | Section C $30 | Students with ID $10 Chor Leoni continues its beloved tradition of Remembrance Day concerts with a program of powerful music paired with thoughtful readings focused on the 100th anniversary of Vimy Ridge and its mythic place in Canadian history. Musical highlights include Kurt Bestor’s Prayer of the Children and a new setting of In Flanders Fields by Michael Betteridge.

As always the concert closes with The Last Post and the singing of Rupert Lang’s Kontakion.

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christmas with chor leoni Friday December 15, 2017 | 4:30pm & 8pm Monday December 18, 2017 | 4:30pm & 8pm St. Andrew’s-Wesley United Church 1022 Nelson St at Burrard, Vancouver

Saturday December 16, 2017 | 1:30pm West Vancouver United Church 2062 Esquimalt Ave, West Vancouver Section A $45 | Section B $35 | Section C $30 | Section D $25 | Students with ID $10 Chor Leoni’s holiday offering combines favourite tunes in polished settings, sparkling new choral gems, frosty winter songs, and familiar sing-along carols like a bright garland to warm the mid-winter darkness. Expect works

by Tori Amos, Sufjan Stevens, Ron Sexsmith, Randall Thompson, Veljo Tormis, and more. This Christmas concert is a holiday favourite – gather your family and friends and join us for an unforgettable evening of seasonal beauty.

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SINGLE TICKET ADD ONS

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TAKE 6 in Concert

Chor Leoni Idol

Friday February 23, 2018 | 8pm

Friday April 6, 2018 | 8pm

The Annex 823 Seymour st, Vancouver

Queen Elizabeth Theatre 630 Hamilton St, Vancouver

Sunday May 6, 2018 5:30pm doors, 7pm show

$30 | All seats reserved

Section A $70 | Section B $60 Section C $45 | Section D $35

Composition Competition

Meet three Canadian composers from across the country in an interactive and intimate evening as we present the finalists of our second annual C4 choral competition.

Generously supported by

guest artist

Heralded by Quincy Jones as “the baddest vocal cats on the planet,� this ten-time GRAMMY awardwinning ensemble kicks off VanMan 2018 with an intoxicating brew of gospel, jazz, R&B, and pop.

fundraiser

The Blackbird Public House 905 Dunsmuir St (at Howe), Vancouver Reserved table seating $40 General Admission $25

This raucously entertaining fundraiser puts karaoke supremacy on the line as our most entertaining lions work to outdo each other and win your support.

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vanman male

TAKE 6 in Concert

Friday April 6, 2018 | 8pm Queen Elizabeth Theatre 630 Hamilton St, Vancouver

Section A $70* | Section B $60 | Section C $45 | Section D $35 $10 Student Rush tickets one hour prior to show – valid ID required The VanMan Male Choral Summit gets a high-octane kick off with an incendiary performance by TAKE 6, the most awarded a cappella group in history! Heralded by Quincy Jones as “the baddest vocal cats on the planet,” this ten-time GRAMMY award-winning ensemble brings their intoxicating brew of gospel, jazz, R&B, and pop to Vancouver’s Queen Elizabeth Theatre for an unforgettable evening.

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*Season discounts not available for this add-on event.

choral Summit

summit Concert

Saturday April 7, 2018 | 7:30pm Chan Centre for the Performing Arts 6265 Crescent Rd, UBC, Vancouver

Section A $45 | Section B $35 | Section C $30 | Students $10

Includes solo sets by:

An evening of thrilling entertainment is in store as 400+ men’s voices fill the Chan Centre’s glorious acoustics to close the fourth annual VanMan Male Choral Summit. Powerful and moving, the Summit Concert is a must for every male voice aficionado. This concert sells out — guarantee your seat with a subscription package.

TAKE 6 Chor Leoni Chor Leoni’s MYVoice Choirs Chor Leoni’s PROMYS Honour Choir 7

CHOR LEONI 25 Saturday April 28, 2018 | 1:30pm West Vancouver United Church 2062 Esquimalt Ave, West Vancouver

Saturday April 28, 2018 | 8pm St. Andrew’s-Wesley United Church 1022 Nelson St at Burrard, Vancouver Section A $40 | Section B $35 | Section C $30 | Section D $25 | Students with ID $10 Chor Leoni 25 is a celebratory concert marking the Silver Anniversary of Vancouver’s pride of singing lions. Audience favourites from the past, and new works that are sure to become favourites, combine in a program that spotlights the versatility, power, and beauty of Canada’s premiere male choir.

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Mane Event Monday June 25, 2018 | 3pm & 8pm Monday July 2, 2018 | 3pm & 8pm BMO Mainstage tent at Bard on the Beach Vanier Park, Vancouver Section A $45 | Section B $35 | Section C $30 | Students with ID $20 (Matinées only) The lions shake out their manes for a fabulous show at Vancouver’s favourite summer venue. Expect familiar tunes, mind-boggling choreography, over-the-top costumes, and a crackerjack band as the lions close out their season with a wink and a roar. It’s not a concert — it’s the Mane Event!

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Subscribers choose their own A-level seats at ALL of our venues, including shows at the Chan Centre and Bard on the Beach.

With busy lives, it can be a challenge to attend everything.

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Your support makes a significant impact on our ability to change lives through music. There are several ways to show your support:

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Give at the NOVA level ($2000) NOVA donors receive special benefits including • concierge ticketing service • pre-sale access to tickets • 30% discount on all tickets • Invitation to an exclusive Backstage Champagne Toast with TAKE 6 • Other special invitations to Chor Leoni events throughout the year To give at the NOVA level or above, please call the choir office at 604.263.7061

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Erick Lichte

Artistic Director

949 W 49th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Z 2T1

ONE LAST SONG November 11, 2017 CHRISTMAS WITH CHOR LEONI December 15, 16, & 18, 2017 VANMAN MALE CHORAL SUMMIT TAKE 6 in Concert April 6, 2018 Summit Concert April 7, 2018 CHOR LEONI 25 April 28, 2018 MANE EVENT June 25 & July 2, 2018 SPECIAL EVENTS

C4 February 23, 2018 CHOR LEONI IDOL May 6, 2018

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