CHORAL UNION Waukesha WAUKESHA Putting Together a Community of Singers Choral Union Putting Together a Community of Singers
2011-2012 Season
ABOUT THE WAUKESHA CHORAL UNION The Waukesha Choral Union has been musically active in the community for over 60 years. Originally a combination of the Carroll College student chorus and community singers named Waukesha Choral Society in 1949, the group became the Town and Gown in 1961 and the Waukesha Choral Union in 1974, taking its present form as an auditioned choir in 1978.
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT Keeping the Waukesha Choral Union singing takes money as well as time, effort and audiences. Show your support by coming to our performances, singing with us, “liking” us on Facebook, making a donation, or advertising in our print programs. We are a 501(c)(3) organization and your donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.
MISSION The Waukesha Choral Union will challenge, enrich, and engage its singing members, audiences, and community through the pursuit of excellence and a variety of programming. The WCU mission includes expansion of its educational efforts throughout Waukesha County through collaboration.
SING WITH WAUKESHA CHORAL UNION The Waukesha Choral Union derives its strength and quality from its members’ passion for singing and is always seeking new voices interested in: • Growing in your singing ability • Singing Handel’s Messiah with an orchestra • Learning new musical genres • Socializing with others who have similar interests • Being a part of a growing, dynamic Waukesha County non-profit arts organization To schedule an audition please call (414) 297-9310 or email membership@choralunion.org.
Heaven and Nature Sing www.ChoralUnion.org (414) 297-9310
Waukesha Choral Union P.O. Box 495 Waukesha, WI 53187-0495
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR Ernest Brusubardis, III, Artistic Director of the Waukesha Choral Union, is a graduate of UW Milwaukee with the Bachelor’s of Fine Arts in Music and the Master’s Degree in Music Education with an emphasis on choral conducting. His other choral directorships include the advanced ensembles of Hartford Union High School and the Brusubardis-Dzimente Latvian Choir. He also serves as music director for many community theater productions throughout Southeastern Wisconsin. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES The Waukesha Choral Union is always in need of an extra pair of hands. Let us know the talents you are willing to share. Call (414) 297-9310 or email marketingdirector@ choralunion.org.
REHEARSALS Tuesday nights at Christ the Servant Lutheran Church, 2016 Center Road, Waukesha, WI 53189. ADVERTISE WITH WAUKESHA CHORAL UNION Our audience is encouraged to support those businesses that advertise in our concert programs. B&W season ad space is available in: •Full-page $360 •Half-page $240 •Quarter-page $160 All ads include a link on our website. Single concert advertising available, too.
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This program is supported in part by grants from the Arts Alliance of Waukesha County and the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin and the National Endowment of the Arts.
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Waukesha Choral Union 2011-2012 Season Ticket Order Form A 4-Concert Season Ticket provides the greatest savings over single-ticket prices! Price 4-Concert Season Ticket
Adult
Qty
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$40
Youth (under 12) $10
Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011
Adult
$15
Senior/Student $13 Adult
Friday, Dec. 9, 2011 or Sunday, Dec. 11, 2011
Senior/Student $13
$15
Senior/Student FREE
FREE CONCERT Awakening and Renewal Saturday, May 5, 2012
FREE
Youth (under 12) FREE Adult
Sunday, Mar. 25, 2012 • 3:00pm FREE CONCERT Shattuck Auditorium, Carroll University 218 N. East Ave. Waukesha, WI 53186 Waukesha Choral Union’s Messiah is a one-of-a-kind event in Waukesha. This FREE performance is made possible by area businesses and private donors. Experience Handel’s masterwork with orchestra and soloists in Shattuck auditorium’s wonderful acoustics. Community members who can attend three rehearsals are welcome to sing Messiah, too. Check http://www.ChoralUnion. org for details. Bid successfully on the Silent Auction and you’ll leave with more than a great musical experience.
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Youth (under 12) $4 Handel’s Messiah
Friday, Dec. 9, 2011 • 8:00pm St. Luke’s 300 Carroll St. Waukesha, WI 53186
Traditional carols from around the world, as well as a few of the more popular songs that have become American standards, will fill St. Luke’s in Waukesha on Friday, December 9th. Raise your voice with us on your favorite Christmas songs in our audience singalong. Need more holiday spirit? Experience the concert again on Sunday, December 11th at St. Catherine’s in Oconomowoc.
Youth (under 12) $4 A Collage of Carols
Handel’s Messiah
Sunday, Dec. 11, 2011 • 3:00pm St. Catherine’s W359N8512 Brown St. Oconomowoc, WI 53066
Senior/Student $32
SINGLE TICKETS The Human and the Divine
A Collage of Carols
$15
Senior/Student $13 Youth (under 12) $4
Tax-deductible gift to Waukesha Choral Union (optional)
$________
Total Enclosed
$________
Name_ _______________________________________ Address_ _____________________________________ Phone________________________________________ Email_________________________________________ To purchase by mail: Send check and completed form to: Waukesha Choral Union PO Box 495 Waukesha, WI 53187-0495 Credit Cards accepted online Call for Group Sales Discount Tickets also available at: For more information: Visit www.ChoralUnion.org or call (414) 297-9310
With the Hartford Union High School Choir Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011 • 8:00pm Holy Hill Basilica 1525 Carmel Rd. Hubertus, WI 53033
Awakening and Renewal
Saturday, May 5, 2012 • 7:00pm St. William Parish 440 N. Moreland Blvd. Waukesha, WI 53188
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The Human and the Divine
g n i S Join us at St. William Parish in Waukesha for a concert and Nature of refreshing songs about spring, rejoicing, love,
The vibrant acoustics of the Basilica at Holy Hill will enhance your experience of music about human relationships. Waukesha Choral Union will share the stage with Hartford Union High School’s Concert Choir. The Human and the Divine are embodied in folk songs from different world traditions and sacred pieces that span the scope of human existence.
awakening and renewal. The earth will speak, the moon will gaze down from above, and you’ll be filled with the wonder of living. You are certain to leave the concert encouraged, ready to embrace life.
2011-2012 Season Waukesha Choral Union’s 2011-2012 season encompasses music spanning the heavens and down to earth. This season is dedicated to music that explores the human spirit with all of its vitality and diversity. Songs will be sung from many cultures and choral traditions, as well as holiday favorites and Handel’s Messiah. A season ticket will ensure a unique and memorable musical experience.
www.ChoralUnion.org • (414) 297-9301