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Organist: Peter Richard Conte
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The Philly POPS Festival Chorus
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Philadelphia Boys Choir & Chorale
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St. Thomas Gospel Choir
Letter From the President
Second Annual I’ll Be Home For Christmas: A Salute to the Military and First Responders in Photos
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Christmas in July Photos
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Letter from the Governor
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Mayor’s Citation
10 Corporate Partner Spotlight: Comcast NBCUniversal 12
The Philly POPS Roster
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Vocalist/Pianist: Tony DeSare
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Music Director: Michael Krajewski
24 Board of Directors 25 Administrative Staff 26
Veteran Spotlight: David A. Christian
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Friends of The Philly POPS
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Corporate and Community Support
48 Sing-Along
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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
A Message of Thanks to Those Who Serve… Tonight, I extend to you, on behalf of the Philly POPS family and our Board of Trustees, a warm welcome to Verizon Hall for our Third Annual Comcast NBCUniversal I’ll Be Home for Christmas: A Salute to the Military and First Responders. It’s a particularly resonant way to kick off the holiday season, gathering together to honor these deserving men and women who, each day, make our community safe and secure. A special thank you for those of you here in the audience tonight: your commitment and your service are an inspiration! We thank Lt. Governor Mike Stack for serving as Honorary Chair of this evening’s event. Mayor of Philadelphia Jim Kenney, Police Commissioner Richard Ross, Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel and Joseph Brooks, President of Liberty USO of Pennsylvania, all have made significant contributions to tonight’s events and to the other Salute Series events through the year. This event marks a second collaboration for this benefit concert between the POPS and Comcast NBCUniversal, our Salute Series Presenting Sponsor. Brigadier General (Ret.) Carol Eggert, a Philly POPS Board Member, has been instrumental in her role as Vice President, Military and Veteran Affairs at Comcast, in making tonight and the entire series through the year meaningful to the 50,000 audience members who enjoy a Salute concert annually. I would like to recognize the ongoing contribution of the chairman of The Philly POPS Board, Sal DeBunda, as well as that of both the Templeton Foundation and KeyBank, who have supported this Christmas Salute generously and deserve a special thank you.
To our guests tonight from all branches of the service community, we wish you and your families an especially delightful Christmas season. Enjoy the concert!
Frank Giordano, President and CEO Encore Series, Inc., The Philly POPS
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The Philly POPS Salute Series recognizes those who dedicate themselves to a life of service and commitment by celebrating their service on holidays of American tradition. The Salute Series includes large-scale, free performances on Memorial Day, July 3 on Independence Mall, July 4 at Philadelphia’s Independence Day morning ceremony and evening concert, Veterans Day ceremonies at multiple locations, and tonight’s Third Annual Comcast NBCUniversal I’ll Be Home for Christmas: A Salute to the Military and First Responders benefit concert. Salute performances recognize the sacrifice of those dedicated to a collective identity of American values and tradition, often in locations of particular resonance to those who attend. Salute concerts feature the presentation of the colors, the Star Spangled Banner and other patriotic music. Over 50,000 are expected to attend Salute Series events in 2016-17 — the largest audience for any Philly POPS concert series.
SECOND ANNUAL
A SALUTE TO THE MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDERS
DECEMBER 4, 2015
Every year, The Philly POPS celebrates the on-sale date for tickets to A Philly POPS Christmas with a bike giveaway event for children of members of the military, Philadelphia police and fire departments. In coordination with Comcast NBCUniversal, Amazon, L’OrÊal, National HR and a number of private donors, the POPS tripled the number of bikes donated this year!
JULY 19, 2016
GREETINGS: It is my honor to join with the Philadelphia POPS to welcome all those gathered for the Third Annual Comcast NBCUniversal I’ll Be Home for Christmas: A Salute to the Military and First Responders benefit concert. As we celebrate this joyous holiday, let us reflect upon the tireless dedication of the military and emergency first responders. The character and courage of these individuals and their families reflect the highest ideals of the commonwealth. Tonight’s event salutes those whose obligations call them elsewhere during the holiday season. Together in camaraderie, and in the spirit of Christmas, we honor all service members for answering the call of duty and the sacrifices they have made. I commend the gifted performers and staff of the Philadelphia POPS for hosting such a moving event, and I am certain this concert will have a tremendous impact on the audience. As Governor, and on behalf of all the citizens of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, I am pleased to welcome everyone to tonight’s concert. Please accept my best wishes for an enjoyable evening.
TOM WOLF Governor December 2, 2016
corporate partner spotlight
Comcast NBCUniversal Comcast NBCUniversal serves as Presenting Sponsor of the 2016-17 Philly POPS Salute Series. In 2015, Comcast NBCUniversal committed to hiring 10,000 veterans, National Guard and Reserve members, and military spouses by the end of 2017. Members of the military community work in a variety of positions across all levels of the organization, including network engineering, technology, operations, theme parks and resorts, programming, customer service, marketing, human resources, and other careers. The company fosters a culture that supports veterans and reservists within its ranks, including enhanced leave and health care policies for service members, and employee resource groups that offer veterans mentoring and professional/personal development. About Comcast Corporation Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company with two primary businesses, Comcast Cable and NBCUniversal. Comcast Cable is one of the nation’s largest video, high-speed Internet and phone providers to residential customers under the XFINITY brand and also provides these services to businesses. NBCUniversal operates news, entertainment and sports cable networks, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, television production operations, television station groups, Universal Pictures and Universal Parks and Resorts. Visit comcastcorporation.com for more information.
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“The Philly POPS is honored to have the support of Comcast NBCUniversal, a company that stands out among privatesector businesses for its commitment to engage the military community and hire thousands of veterans and reservists,” said Frank Giordano, President and CEO, The Philly POPS. “We see a perfect fit with our Salute Series’ goal of creating moments of support and recognition for these exemplary members of our community.” — Frank Giordano, The Philly POPS President and CEO
“The Philly POPS has sustained its commitment to recognizing the military community and first responders for many years, and we are pleased to partner with the POPS as the sponsor of the Salute Series again this year. Like Philly POPS, we share a commitment to give back to those who serve, and recognize that service matters.” — Brigadier General (Retired) Carol Eggert, Vice President, Military and Veteran Affairs at Comcast Comcast NBCUniversal I’ll Be Home for Christmas: A Salute to the Military and First Responders | Dec. 2016 | 11
THE PHILLY POPS ROSTER 1ST VIOLIN
CELLO
BASS CLARINET
Michael Ludwig
Uli Boeckheler
Mark Allen
Rachael Ludwig
Jon Fink
Charlene Kwas
George Atanasiu
BASSOON
Guillaume Combet
Brooke Beazley
Norman Spielberg
Emme Kumrow
Pat Daniels
Colleen Hood
Carlos Rubio
Talia Schiff
TYMPANI & PERCUSSION
HORN
William Kerrigan
Ben Scott Gared Crawford
BASS
John David Smith
David Nelson
Paul Reiser
Miles Davis
George Barnett
Zachary Crystal
Charles Parker
Anne Peterson
Jonathan Clark
Stephen Groat
Ryan Stewart
2ND VIOLIN
DRUM SET Chris Hanning
TRUMPET
Michelle Bishop
FLUTE & PICCOLO
Matt Gallagher
ELECTRIC BASS
Kate Suk
Edward Schultz
Bob Gravener
Steve Beskrone
Yu Hui Tamae Lee
Ron Kerber
George Rabbai
Louis Lanza
Frances Tate
Erica Miller
HARP TROMBONE
Sarah Dubois
Andre Tarantiles
Greg Teperman
OBOE
Brian Pastor
Diane Barnett
David Schneider
Michael Purdy
KEYBOARD
David Cianci
Jeff Smith
VIOLA Davis Barnett
OBOE & ENGLISH HORN
TUBA
Marjorie Goldberg
Stephanie Wilson
Brian Brown
Scott Wagner Ellen Trainer
CLARINET
Sarah Sutton
Joseph Smith
Gerry Rice
Kaj Hansen
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vocalist/pianist
TONY DESARE Tony DeSare performs with infectious joy, wry playfulness and robust musicality. Named a Rising Star Male Vocalist in Downbeat magazine, DeSare has lived up to this distinction by winning critical and popular acclaim for his concert performances throughout North America and abroad. From jazz clubs to Carnegie Hall to Las Vegas headlining
My Date With Drew, several broadcast commercials and has
with Don Rickles and major symphony orchestras, DeSare
composed the full soundtrack for the December 2016 film Love
has brought his fresh take on old-school class around the
Always, Santa. His sound is romantic, swinging and sensual, but
globe. DeSare has three top ten Billboard jazz albums under
what sets DeSare apart is his ability to write original material
his belt and has been featured on the CBS’s The Early Show,
that sounds fresh and contemporary, yet pays homage to
NPR, A Prairie Home Companion, the Today Show and his
the Great American Songbook. His compositions include a
music has been posted by social media celebrity juggernaut,
wide-range of romantic, funny, and soulful sounds that can
George Takei.
be found on his top-selling recordings.
Notwithstanding his critically acclaimed turns as a singer/
DeSare releases new recordings, videos of standards and new
pianist, DeSare is also an accomplished award-winning
originals every few weeks on his YouTube channel, iTunes and
composer. He not only won first place in the USA Songwriting
Spotify. Follow Tony on Facebook, Twitter and subscribe on
Contest, but has written the theme song for the motion picture,
YouTube to stay connected. Tony DeSare is a Yamaha Artist.
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music director
MICHAEL KRAJEWSKI Philly POPS Music Director Michael Krajewski’s earliest memories of hearing symphonic music were summertime concerts in local parks in his hometown of Detroit. “My parents enjoyed music, but didn’t go to classical concerts,” Michael says. “My first tastes of hearing an orchestra live were in that informal setting, and that’s what probably steered me toward becoming a pops conductor.” He knew he wanted a career in music and always harbored
right artists to the programs,” he says. “It’s really satisfying.”
the idea of becoming a conductor in the back of his mind. “I
His favorite experiences include pairing music with Cirque
decided to get serious about myself as a musician and see
du Soleil-style acrobatics and creating tributes to American
how far I could push myself,” he says. “It seemed like a pipe
popular music legends like Simon & Garfunkel and Carole King.
dream — no one around where I grew up even thinks about something like becoming an orchestra conductor, but I didn’t want to live the rest of my life wondering what would have happened if I hadn’t tried.” Michael’s big break came when he was named Antal Dorati Fellowship Conductor of the Detroit Symphony in 1979 and gained experience conducting a major American orchestra. He went on to become assistant conductor of the Detroit Symphony, resident conductor of the Florida Symphony, and music director of Modesto Symphony — all the while splitting
“I feel that The Philly POPS is the best pops orchestra in the country and the best at doing these kinds of concerts,” Michael says. “And I love Philadelphia — it has a wonderful history and tradition of excellence in music and the performing arts.” Michael has conducted throughout North America and around the globe, and has collaborated with a diverse group of internationally-renowned artists, including Art Garfunkel, Kenny Loggins, Ben Folds, Wynonna Judd, Jason Alexander, Chicago, and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy.
his time between conducting classical, educational, pops, and
Michael lives in Orlando, Florida, with his wife Darcy. He enjoys
outdoor concerts, often before non-traditional audiences.
solving crossword puzzles, photography, and traveling —
He is now a full-time pops conductor and serves as principal pops conductor of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, the Houston Symphony, and the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra and since 2013, as Music Director and Conductor of The Philly POPS. Michael especially enjoys creating pops programs from scratch. “We’re playing music that wasn’t written for symphony orchestra — we create all new arrangements and match the
“I feel that The Philly POPS is the best pops orchestra in the country and the best at doing these kinds of concerts, and I love Philadelphia…" —MICHAEL KRAJEWSKI
especially to Italy.
organist
PETER RICHARD CONTE Peter Richard Conte was appointed Wanamaker Grand Court Organist in 1989. He is only the fourth person to hold that title since the organ first played in 1911. He performs concerts twice daily, six days each week, on the largest fully-functioning musical instrument in the world. Mr. Conte is also Principal Organist of Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, PA, and, since 1991, has served as Choirmaster and Organist of Saint Clement’s Church, Philadelphia, where he directs a professional choir in an extensive music program catering to the Anglo-Catholic tradition. Mr. Conte is highly regarded as a skillful performer and arranger of organ transcriptions. He has been featured several times on National Public Radio and on ABC television’s Good Morning America and World News Tonight. He has two radio shows: The Wanamaker Organ Hour, which airs on the first Sunday of each month, at 5 PM (Eastern), and can be heard via the internet at WRTI.ORG; on each Wednesday evening at 7 PM, his Grand Court concert is streamed live on YesterdayUSA.com. Mr. Conte performs extensively throughout the United States and Canada under the management of Phillip Truckenbrod Concert Artists, and has appeared as a featured artist at American Guild of Organists’ National and Regional Conventions. He has performed with The Philadelphia Orchestra, The Philly POPS, and with numerous orchestras around the country. Peter Richard Conte has served as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Organ at Rider University’s Westminster Choir College, Princeton, NJ, where he taught Organ Improvisation. He is the 2008 recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award from the Indiana University School of Music, Bloomington. In 2013, the Philadelphia Music Alliance honored him with a bronze plaque on the Avenue of the Arts’ Walk of Fame. His numerous recordings appear on the GOTHIC, JAV, ProOrgano, DORIAN, and DTR labels.
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THE PHILLY POPS FESTIVAL CHORUS The Philly POPS Festival Chorus is a 150-voice ensemble that performs with The Philly POPS for A Philly POPS Christmas under the direction of Jeffrey Kern. The Philly POPS Festival Chorus began performing in 2002 and since then has performed in each holiday POPS series. The Philly POPS Festival Chorus is an auditioned, volunteer organization comprised of singers ranging from high school students to retired professionals. The chorus has performed with many professional artists including Faith Prince, Capathia Jenkins, Ashley Brown, Lisa Howard, Lauren Kennedy, Rachel York, Alice Ripley, Ann Hampton Calloway, and The von Trapp Family Children.
JEFFREY KERN, Chorus Master Jeffrey Kern joined the faculty of the University of the Arts in 1991, where he currently holds the rank of Associate Professor. His responsibilities include applied voice, conducting, advanced piano classes, advanced sight reading, vocal pedagogy for teachers, musicianship, jazz ear training, styles and diction for vocalists, and classes for the Musical Theater Minor. He conducts the University Chorus, Handbell Ensemble, and various small vocal ensembles, while serving as head of the Voice Department. He has also acted as music director in the theater department’s productions of The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Cabaret, A Chorus Line, Rodgers and Hart Revue, On the Town, and Weird Romance. In 1998, he received the Louise Beitzel Award for excellence in teaching.
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Geoff Albert-Bolinski
Evan Graver
Mike McCausland
Mark Anderson
Jaye Green
Jennifer McGowan
Bob Arndt
Thomas Green
Patrick McGranahan
Michelle Balentine
Kathy Guy
Maryann McKenzie
Morgan Barlow
Peggy Hayward
Sherry Mistler
Paul Barnett
Don Henry
Jewel Moore
Linda Beaver
Marian Henry
Permelia Mullen
Jack Bloeser
Mark Henry
Michael Nahill
Cori Bortnem
Richard Henry
Ted Newell
Connie Bosna
Shafiq Hicks
Flora Novick
Stephanie Bourland
Kacy Hofstetter
Kim Nurick
Tracy Brobyn
Kim Hofstetter
Mark Olsen
Ned Brouillette
Soyeon Huh
Amy Osterhoudt
Fabiene Brown
Charlotte Humes
Lew Osterhoudt
Chris Brubaker
Enrica Iacovone
Jim Palmer
Massimo Brutto
Willa Jaffe
Betty Pannell
Barbara Carfolite
Connie Jones
Ellen Paparone
Edra Chandler
Nancy Kadwill
Laurie Pellicore
Melody Chappell
Helena Kan
Maggie Place
Anna Clarke
Maureen Keeney
Michael Pugh
Doug Clayton
Lauren Kelley
Marilyn Radley
Rober Coble
Jim Kelsh
Scott Radley
Lauren Darkes
Lynne Kolodinsky
Anna Ready
Phil Davis
Nick Kolodinsky
Brian Reid
Mary DeFlaviis
Joseph Kramer
Betsy Rich
Tina DiCroce
Joan Labosh
David Riegel
Kelly Dougherty
Michael Labosh
Denise Rose
Tom Dwyer
Vicky Lee
Jane Rose
Lindsey Evans
Zaria Leonard-White
Allison Rossi
Pamela Fernsler
Jayne Lester
Evan Samlin
Joseph Fong
Amy Lewis
Al Sauter
Nancy Gager
Don Lewis
Mary Anne Saveoz
Luis X. Garcia
Alex Li
Peter Scarpato
Patti Garver
Jieling Lin
Laura Schmidt
Amber Gay
Joanne Lipa
Barbara Schwartz
Kelly Germann
Shurong Liu
Joe Schwartz
Mary Ellen Gilbert
Jeffrey Masino
Maura Schwartz
Rachel Goldberg
Liz Mataset
Charles Scott
Jennifer Gottschalk
Tonya Mayo
Katie Seregely
Calli Graver
Erika McCandless
Sally Siegfried
Laurel Smail Elaine Soulliard Peter Spengeman Tina Stanfa Allison Stephens Cynthia Stockton Jonathan Storace Kate Strubinger Nancy Sullivan Maddie Swinger Emily Szal Hsi Tai Wei Ping Tai Diane Tan Laura Teal Jessica Teh Jane Tonkin Jon Treadwell Laura Velarides Nicole Volpa Brandon Weber Linda Welte Vivian Williams Katie Winner Constance Yetke Zanna Yoshida Eric Yu Linda Zanella Melina Zhang Alden Zove Tom Baust - Accompanist
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PHILADELPHIA BOYS CHOIR & CHORALE Renowned for its commanding musicianship, intelligence and interpretive abilities, the Emmy-winning and Grammy-nominated Philadelphia Boys Choir has cultivated a devoted following worldwide for its highly acclaimed concerts and performances. Established in 1968, achievements include world tours, recordings with internationally renowned artists such as Luciano Pavarotti, television appearances (Saturday Night Live, Good Morning America, etc), and praise from critics and audiences worldwide.
JEFFREY R. SMITH, Music Director An alumnus of Philadelphia Boys Choir & Chorale, Smith stepped into the position of Music Director in 2004 and has since led the choir on concert tours throughout North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Under his direction, the choir has performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra, Pennsylvania Ballet, The Philly POPS, Opera Philadelphia and Curtis Institute. Venues have included the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, the Academy of Music in Philadelphia, and Carnegie Hall in New York City. Among the political dignitaries in the audience were prime ministers and presidents, including Barack Obama. Smith is a 1999 summa cum laude graduate of Ithaca College with a Bachelor of Music in Composition. His original compositions and vocal/instrumental arrangements have been performed by various ensembles throughout the country, including the Toledo Symphony, York Theatre (NYC), Ocean City Pops and Philly POPS. As a pianist in much demand, Smith has played with the Philadelphia Orchestra, New Jersey Symphony, The Philly POPS, and for several shows on and Off-Broadway. He is also assistant conductor for The Philly POPS.
Boys between the ages of 7-12 who like to sing are encouraged to audition for the Choir. Please call (215) 222-3500 or e-mail info@phillyboyschoir.org to arrange an appointment. Visit the website at phillyboyschoir.org.
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SOPRANO 1
SOPRANO 2
ALTO 1
ALTO 2
Nathan Birdwell
Griffin Anderson
Caden Atlas
Aiden Barrow
Evan Bishop
Luke Branes-Huff
Cameron Bowden
Julian Bates-Harris
Dawan Brown
Zac Brosky
River Bunster
Corey Becker
Devin Casas
Rowan Cahill
Jason Cho
Malachi Brown
Charlie Connolly
Danny Cook
Samad Dunbar
Alexander Byler
Zachary Crothamel
Vaughn A. Cultrara
Elijah Grandberry
Julian Caesar
Christopher Doyle
Dante DiMaio
Ivan Harlamov
Benjamin Favino
Damian Ferraro
Sam Heft
Aleem Gaetano Castillo-Gambardella
Luke Ganley
Conor James Gilmore
Daniel Hicks
Jeffrey Jabbour
Aviv Haroz
Brandon Hillwig
Noah Jaouad
Sean Harrington
Joseph Kenworthey
Ethan Lander
James Hinesley
Cyril Leahy
Matt Malec
Gabriel Johnson
Michael Lowry
Liam Miller
Matthew Kiernan
Renkai Luo
Elijah Morman
Phillip R. King
Danard McNair
Philip Okala
Ethan Lee
Samuel Miller
Owen Reece
Maximilian Missler
Julian Mills
John Reilly V
Andrew Owens
Nathanael Moore
JD Scarpa
Jonah Owens
Michael Ryan Naddeo
Evan Schaffer
Will Pickering
Payton Owens
Benjamin Steinberg
Sridhar Shenoy
Spencer Rosenbaum
Colin Thomas-Philip
Emmet vonRoach
Sergio Tristen Santana
Jake Wade
Alden Walker
Matthew Sleeper
Daniel West
Charles Witmer
Michael West
Patrick Corcoran Nathaniel Garthe Peter Gauntt Mekkhi Hernandez Zachary Jaeger Camron Kaiser Tyler Krasting Lyonel LaGrone Lucas Laje Julian Lucca Luke Mumma Andrew Newman Samuel Rekulak Jason Wearing Joshua Xavier
Owen Yoder
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ST. THOMAS GOSPEL CHOIR The African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas Gospel Choir (STGC) currently consists of 89 spirit-filled, energetic, and anointed musical ambassadors of song. With evangelism being a very important factor in the choir’s
The Philly Pops for their Christmas concerts. This year STGC
ministry, the St. Thomas Gospel Choir share their music
won CD of the Year and Walt Blocker won Producer of the
ministry with others at over 100 services, programs, concerts,
Year for their latest recording at the Rhythm of Gospel Music
and celebrations every year. Led by Walt Blocker, the STGC
Awards held in Memphis, TN, and named a finalist in the PHL
has traveled as far as Costa Rica, was named “best choir” in
Live Music competition held here in Philadelphia. The STGC
the Verizon’s How Sweet The Sound regional competition at
is currently celebrating 25 years of music ministry.
Radio City Music Hall in New York, and regularly sings with
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WALTIER BLOCKER, Music Director Walt Blocker is the minister of music and director of the gospel choir at the historic African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas in Philadelphia. Under his leadership and God’s grace, the St. Thomas Gospel Choir (STGC) has made four CD recordings, which display his and the choir’s diverse styles of gospel music. Walt is a classically trained singer, a well-known music director, producer, song writer, vocal coach, actor and sometimes write music with The Philly Pops, for The Washington National Cathedral, national music conventions, churches and choirs around the country.
SOPRANO
ALTO
TENOR
Amanita Thomas
Adrienne Logan
Charles Holloway
Attice Whiters
Aliyah Jones
Dale Williams
Brenda Battle
Angela Jones
Daniel Rhodan
Calais Harris
Autumn Simmons
Darren T. Cottman
Cheryl McCoy
Ava Anderson
Daryn Stewart
Debbie Purnell-Otey
Carmella Holloway
Devvyn Holloway
Debbie Stewart
Carol Fisher
Everette Ellis
Delois Whiters
China Guess
Gregory Ryles
Earlene Ford
Clara Mae Daniels
James Stewart
Endrea Holland
Debbie Sampson
John Cheeseborough
Janelle Natson
Deneka Anderson
Julien Sandjong
Jamielle Natson
Gladyce DuBrey
Justin Trotman
Jenelle Wilson-Johnson
Jackie Sampson
Margarette Golding
Jenny Forman
Leslie Willis-Lowry
Mary Ann Phillips
Joy Holland
Lois Toney
Michael Lowry
Lenoria DeVine
Michaela Devins
Michael Small
Lynn Gant
Nancy Jean-Sewell
Scott Nichols
Lynne Galloway
Pamela Galloway
Teri Hammond
Shanae Williams
Patricia Akins
Vincent Gumbs
Shanay Chambers
Shaleen Manning
Wayne Browne
Susan Patricia Ben
Shannon Kemmer
Wendella Fox
Shavonne Shipman-Cook
Zelda Wilburn
Teena Watson-Matthews Tyler Wilson
PASTOR/DIRECTOR/MUSICIANS Rev. Dr. Fr Martini Shaw Church Rector Waltier Blocker Director Dr. Jay Fluellen Piano Waymond Elliott Keyboard
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2016–17 Salvatore M. DeBunda, Esq. Chairman Gary A. Frank, J.D. Vice Chairman John J. Meko, Jr. Secretary Louis K. Habina, Esq. Treasurer Wilbert D. Abele George J. Awad, Esq. D. Walter Cohen, DDS Chairman Emeritus Paul Conaway Charles J. Davidson Joseph Del Raso, Esq. Daniel DiLella Carol A. Eggert Frank Giordano Louis K. Habina, Esq. Mark D. Lupke Barry Magarick Bruce Anthony Mahon II James M. Matour, Esq. Gregory Montanaro Sandra Muller Anthony “Tony” Roth Andrew J. Santacroce Samuel J. Savitz Chairman Emeritus Louis Scaglione Anthony Serafine Gary Silvi Deborah Smith Webster
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ENCORE SERIES, INC. Frank Giordano, President and Chief Executive Officer Michael Krajewski, Music Director Louis Scaglione, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Patricia Wells, Office Manager and Executive Assistant to the President
Jeffrey Kern, Chorus Master Vincent Leonard, Music Librarian Anne Peterson, Orchestra Contractor Jeffrey Smith, Assistant Conductor Debbie Lobel, Stage Manager
MARKETING Mark Gisi, Partner, Brand Strategist, Eastern Standard
Karen Corbin, Vice President
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Jeth Mill, Senior Director of Programs and Production
Sharla Feldscher, Feldscher Horwitz Public Relations
Bud Scheerer, Director of Sales and Customer Relations Sarah Maiellano, Assistant Director of Communications
GENERAL COUNSEL David H. Marion, Esq.
Jason Ward, Senior Manager of Engagement Reginald-Chris Mendoza, Staff Accountant Joseph Croft, Contributed Revenue Coordinator Keith Obaza, Program Associate
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FRIENDS OF THE PHILLY POPS The Philly POPS greatly appreciates the many patrons who have made an Annual Fund contribution as Friends of the POPS. Thank you! Your support helps make our concerts possible and creates a sustainable future.
AMERICAN SONGBOOK SOCIETY $100,000+
Kaufman Financial Services Mr. Larry A. Kaufman
Comcast NBCUniversal
LCG, Ltd. Gary A. Frank, J.D. Chairman and CEO
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
KeyBank
LaVan Law Julie LaVan
Parx Casino
ORCHESTRA SOCIETY $50,000 TO $99,999 Dottie and Frank Giordano Susan and Chase McDaniel Philadelphia Energy Solutions Phil Rinaldi Principal Partner and CEO Josephine “Pina” Templeton, M.D.
Macy’s Rochelle and Barry Magarick
AJM Insurance Management Tony Mahon President EQUUS Capital Partners LTD Monica and Dan DiLella Pennsylvania Council on the Arts
Archer and Greiner, P.C. Salvatore M. DeBunda, Esq. Beneficial Bank Bochetto and Lentz
CFI, The Knoll Dealer
Louis K. Habina, Esp.
GMIH, LLC Recycling Management Services Mr. Anthony Serafine President and CEO
Vic and Urve Maggitti
The Union League of Philadelphia Mr. Jeffrey P. McFadden General Manager Wanamaker Entertainment Group Paul Conaway Chairman and CEO
Aqua America, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Carlucci Clark Capital Management Group
Creative Financial Group Gary Daniels, CLU, ChFC, CAP
Dilworth Paxson LLP Mr. James M. Matour, Esq.
Mr. and Mrs. William A. Graham IV
Jacobs Music Chris Rinaldi
Abram and D. Walter Cohen Foundation in memory of Gail Denny
CBS3 TV
Jayne and Walter Garrison
Pepper Hamilton, LLP Anne and Joe Del Raso
Tim and Pam Alles
PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE $10,000 TO $24,999
Jerry and Lucille Francesco
Mr. Mark Nicoletti
ENCORE CIRCLE $5,000 TO $9,999
The City of Philadelphia
The Foundation of Morris Hall St. Lawrence, Inc.
The Heritage Center of the Union League
Manning and Virginia Smith
MAESTRO CIRCLE $25,000 TO $49,999
DNB First Vince Liuzzi, EVP Chief Banking Officer
George Turak UMH Holdings John Aglialoro and Joan Carter Visit Philadelphia Deborah and Andrew Webster Wells Fargo Bank William Penn Foundation Wilmington Trust ZAC Management Group Anthony Zingarelli Principal/COO
M&T Bank
MUSICIAN CIRCLE $2,500 TO $4,999
John Marsella
Joan and Wilbert D. Abele
Christine and John Meko
Anonymous
Gregory Montanaro
Aqua America, Inc.
Muller, Inc. Sandra Muller President
ASL Transportation Group Mr. James R. Donnelly President and CEO
PECO
Gabriel A. Battista
The Philadelphia Cultural Fund
Chris Baxter
The Philadelphia Phillies
Nancy and James Baxter
The Prime Rib Mr. Garth Weldon
BNY Wealth Management Francis T. Schickling, Jr. Senior Director
Republic Bank Mr. Harry D. Madonna Chairman and CEO
Salvatore and Amy Calabrese
Eric Rosen in memory of Robert Rosen
Mr. Paul Catinella
Mr. Andrew J. Santacroce Louis Scaglione Boenning and Scattergood, Inc Harold F. Scattergood, Jr. Chairman of the Board and CEO Karen and John Sirlin
The Caramanico Foundation
Charles Jacquin et Cie., Inc. Mr. Stanton Remer, CFO Karen Corbin Jana and Frank D’Andrea Susan and Charles Davidson Drexel University John A. Fry President
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FRIENDS OF THE PHILLY POPS continued
Ella Fitzgerald Foundation
Joan Sacks and Lee Paynter
Exact Designs Mr. Richard Walling
Monique and Gary Silvi
Ron Giordano Kathleen and Bruce Goldberg Grace Financial Capital, Inc. Legacy Advisors, LLC Mr. Michael T. Piotrowicz President Cpt. and Mrs. Jack P. Lieberman, US Navy (Retired) L. F. Driscoll Co., LLC Mr. Leroy E. Kean Mr. and Mrs. David H. Marion, Esq.
Stradley Ronon Stevens and Young, LLP Wm. Sasso, Esq. Ten Pennies Florist and Event Planners Ms. Ann Catania President TD Bank The Wanerman Group UBS Financial Services, Inc.
BATON CIRCLE $1,000 TO $2,499 Anonymous
Edythe and Robert Mazer
Dr. Sucha and Mr. Michael Asbell
Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation
Amany Mansour-Awad and George J. Awad
Elizabeth and Terrence McCabe
The Harold and Renee Berger Foundation
Brenda and J. Nixon
Jane and Kenneth Brandt
Thomas Nowakowski, Sr.
Geraldine Camishion
Obermeyer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel Nina B. Stryker, Esq. Trusts and Estates Department Chair
Joan and Richard Carella
J.W. Pepper & Sons, Inc. Susan Petrone The Philadelphia Foundation Pedro A. Ramos President
Edward and Joellyn Cattell Ivan Ciment Priscilla and Aaron Cohen Gen. Ronald Coleman Kevin Collins Michael J. and Lynne Cona CRW Graphics David Van Dusen
PHLCVB
Mr. Joseph M. DellaRatta
Roscommon International Sean Reilly President & CEO
Susan and Matt Dupee
Rowan University Dr. Ali Houshmand President
Maris and Roger Evoy
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Barry Depew
Lisa Fazi
Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Rob Wonderling President
Cynthia and Gary Porter
Arlene and Stan Ginsburg
Ms. Joyce Seewald Sando
Ms. Gail Goldstein
Savitz Family Foundation
Lisa Hale
Marvin and Roberta Schimmel
Charles Keates
Mr. Robert Rau Mr. Theodore Robb
Ms. Christine Lange
South Jersey Gastroenterology P.A. Dr. Joseph Savon
Riccardo Longo
Peggy and David Stedman
Christian R. & Mary F. Lindback Foundation
Paul Stewart
Michael Keenan
Mr. Mark D. Lupke Gerald and Jeannine McMenamin Mr. Lawrence G. McMichael Ms. Elaine Meltzer* Metropolitan Contract Carpet Joe Pelosi Mr. and Mrs. Peter Michaelson Michael Milone Morgan Stanley Mark Morganthaler Stephen Muracco
Technology Concierge Group Gerald Francesco President Peter Throm Management Mr. Peter Throm Tot-Time Child Development Centers, Inc. Ms. Donna M. Parisi Owner John Turchi Kathryn and Dr. Michael Warhol Elizabeth Weinreb Patricia Wellenbach
Dominic Nigro
Wellshire Farms Louis B. Colameco, III
Laurie and Christopher Olivia
Janet G. and Harold J. Whartnaby
Hon. Paul and Nancy Panepinto
Cupersmith, Wilensky, Steiger, Stempler & Co. LLP Marty and Janice Wilensky
Penn Personalized Care Gary W. Dorshimer, MD, FACP, FCPP Official Physician of The Philly POPS The Reverend Lucy Pierre Pine Belt Auto Louis Trebino
Ms. Jane Windle Christopher Wolfington Zook Dinon PA
CONDUCTOR CIRCLE $750 TO $999 David and Jennifer Cardy
Stephen and Randy Klein
Thomas Brunner
Drs. Lawrence and Lynn Levine
Ms. Mary Chirillo
Dr. Michael Mittleman
JerseyMan Magazine Ken Dunek Publisher
Dr. Catherine A. Michon Mr. Frank C. Palopoli
National HR Jay Nistad Principal
L. Stephan and Rochelle Perchick
Beverly and Herbert Cohen Ms. Anne Congdon Sarah and Joseph M. Corvasce David Courtright
Peterson Service Company Renee Fiorelli President
Mary and Henry Schwarz
Constance and Robert Dalton
Elliot Schwartz
Harriet Beloff Goodwin
Precision Automation Fred Rexon President & CEO
Mr. Paul Sloate
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Jaworowski
Gabriel Staino John and Sandra Stouffer
White Penny Jon Cofsky Principal
Rebecca and Brooks Van Pelt Wealth Development Group Alan D. Katz Managing Member
PRINCIPAL PLAYER $500 TO $749
F. Gordon Yasinow
Phillip and Ellen Baer
Loraine and Edward Jones Dr. Ray and Terri Kovalski Liss & Marion Ricky Liss, Esq. Carole Marani John McIntyre Hermann Moser Janet and Stephen Mullin
Ms. Roselyn Barefield
PERFORMER $375 TO $499
Sandy and Vince Basanavage
Mr. Robert Doman
Mr. Guy Berger
Mrs. Patricia Levitt
Sharon and Bill Bronstein
C. Raymond Nelson Richard and Barbara Orr Patricia and Michael Pence
Debbie and Elliot Maser
Drs. Domenic and Dorothy Pisano
Dr. Michael Mittelman
Michelle and Mark Pressman
Jeanne Brunozzi
Patricia and Gordon Munson
Regina and John Riordan
Mary Lou and Frank Burke
NewsHeisler Wealth Management John Heisler, CFP
Nancy and Thomas Rocereto
Ralph Riviello, MD
The Rotary Club of Washington Township
Bonnie Brown and Don Wynne
CD Realty Advisors Craig Frater Sally Chandler and Mark Chalmers
Dr. Larry and Bonnie Seidman
Emilio Degregorio
David Schneider and Rosalind Erwin in honor of William Nathan Erwin
Ruth Ann and Paul Fox
Dr. and Mrs. Clifford Sporn
Ronald Vickers
Julie and Richard Frost
Ms. Joyce Ann Swoyer
Ms. Dale Wallace
ENTHUSIAST $250 TO $374
Current Membership as of date of printing.
Melville and Maria Ackerman
*in memoriam
Marian Disken
Nancy Sullivan
Joan and Larry Glazerman Nancy and Alan Grossman Dr. and Mrs. John A Harman Cheryl D. Gunter and Paul A. Rabe Nina and Alan Kirschner Gerhart and Anne Klein
Pamela Altman Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bortz
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CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SUPPORT The Philly POPS is extremely grateful for the generous support received from the following corporations, foundations, and government agencies. Their support is vital to The POPS's commitment to music excellence. The Philly POPS is an approved Educational Improvement Organization (EIO) by the PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) certified to receive donations through Education Improvement Tax Credit (EITC).
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proudly salute members of the Armed Services and the Philadelphia Police and Fire Departments
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Start 2017 off with Garces! Celebrate New Year’s Eve at one of our restaurants! Watch the Mummer’s Parade from the terrace overlooking Broad Street! New Year’s Day Brunch at The Kimmel Center! SAVE THE DATE: Our 2017 Bridal Showcase at The Kimmel Center is Sunday, January 22!
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Shining a spotlight on talent.
A community is more than a collection of homes and businesses. It’s also the institutions that improve our lives through art, music, dance, and theater. KeyBank supports a wide range of arts organizations, because we know that a vibrant cultural scene is vital to bringing the people of our communities closer through their shared appreciation of the diverse talents they provide. That’s why KeyBank is a proud sponsor of the the Philly Pops 3rd Annual I’ll Be Home for Christmas Spectacular.
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It feels good to give back. And together with our generous customers and employees, Macy’s averages more than $1 million a week to initiatives important to you and your community – arts, education, the environment, HIV/AIDS, and women’s health and wellness. It adds up to $69 million a year. It’s a good feeling we can all share, and to us, that’s the magic of giving.
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PES believes in going beyond supporting the communities in which we live and work. Through our active support of youth, culture, health, education and environmental opportunities, we strive to improve the quality of life for our employees and our neighbors.
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MAKE AN IMPACT The Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau proudly recognizes those who make a significant impact on our region each and every day: all members of the active military, our local police and fire departments, and other crucial first responders. We salute your unwavering dedication and ongoing service. For those of you not in uniform, but still looking to make your own impact, why not use your influence to bring the next major gathering of your business, volunteer organization or association to Philadelphia? After all, meetings and conventions generate billions of dollars each year for local businesses and support more than 188,000 jobs in the region. We’re here to help. MeetPHL.com or 1-855-MEET-PHL
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It is the Soldier, not the minister Who has given us freedom of religion. It is the Soldier, not the reporter Who has given us freedom of the press. It is the Soldier, not the poet Who has given us freedom of speech. It is the Soldier, not the campus organizer Who has given us freedom to protest. It is the Soldier, not the lawyer Who has given us the right to a fair trial. It is the Soldier, not the politician Who has given us the right to vote. It is the Soldier who salutes the flag, Who serves beneath the flag, And whose coffin is draped by the flag, Who allows the protester to burn the flag. — CHARLES M. PROVINCE, USA
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O COME, ALL YE FAITHFUL
WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS
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Christ, the Lord
We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
SILENT NIGHT Silent night Holy Night All is calm All is bright ‘Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child Holy Infant, so tender and mild Sleep in heavenly peace Sleep in heavenly peace
We wish you a Merry Christmas, We wish you a Merry Christmas, We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!