ENCORE! PRESENTS
A SALUTE TO THE MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDERS
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DEC 5
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Letter From the President
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Letter From the Governor
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Christmas in July Parade in Photos
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Spotlight: Retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral
Thomas Lynch
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Letter From the Mayor
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Corporate Partner Spotlight: Miller Lite
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Michael Krajewski
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The Philly POPS
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David Charles Abell
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Hugh Panaro
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Peter Richard Conte
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The Philly POPS Orchestra
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POPS Festival Chorus
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Philadelphia Boys Choir & Chorale
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St. Thomas Gospel Choir
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Board of Directors
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Administrative Staff
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The POPS 2014/2015 Season
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Corporate and Community Support
CONTENTS
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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
Welcome, American Heroes! On behalf of The Philly POPS and our Board of Trustees, I welcome you to I’ll Be Home for Christmas Spectacular! — A Salute to the Military and First Responders. Tonight marks the premiere of our Christmas Spectacular! concert series, which runs through December 20th. This evening is all about you — the men and women in uniform, the first responders, and all those who serve. Your dedication to our country is an inspiration to us all. We are indebted to the many corporate and individual sponsors who came together to make this celebration possible. With their help, we were most pleased to provide 2,000 complimentary tickets to the military through Liberty USO of Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey, and to police officers and firefighters through the Philadelphia Police and Fire Departments. This event would not have been possible without the additional help of some very special individuals. I would like to thank Sal DeBunda, the chairman of Encore Series, Inc., presenter of The Philly POPS, the Honorable Mayor Michael Nutter, Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey, former Fire Commissioner Lloyd Ayers, current Fire Commissioner Derrick Sawyer, and Joseph Brooks, President of Liberty USO of Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey. We are also grateful to Retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Thomas Lynch for serving as the event chair, and to board member Sandra Muller of Muller Beverage Company for inviting Miller Brewing Company to become tonight’s title sponsor. So, to our honored guests, tonight is your night. We thank you for the selfless service you provide without hesitation or expectation, day in and day out. You are truly America’s sons and daughters, and we could not be prouder of you. Enjoy the concert! Sincerely,
Frank Giordano, President and CEO Encore Series, Inc., The Philly POPS
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PROGRAM
December 5, 2014 Verizon Hall, the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
A SALUTE TO THE MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDERS
David Charles Abell, conductor
The POPS Festival Chorus, Philadelphia Boys Choir & African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas Gospel Choir
FEATURING
Hugh Panaro, vocalist Peter Richard Conte, organist
Introductions and Presentation: Frank Giordano, President and CEO, The Philly POPS
Once In David’s Royal City
Lyrics by C. F. Alexander, Music by H. J. Gauntlett, Harmonized by A. H. Mann
A Caribbean Sleigh Ride
By Robert Wendel
Oh Come, Little Children
Words by Johann A. Schultz & Joseph M. Martin, arr. Joseph M. Martin Music by Johann A Schultz orch. Brant Adams
We Need A Little Christmas
By Jerry Herman
arr. Robert Wendel
Bring A Torch, Jeanette, Isabella
Lyrics by Marc-Antoine Charpentier, Music Traditional
arr. Keith Chapman
Holiday Greetings
Words and Music by Robert Wendel
Do You Hear What I Hear?
Lyrics by Noël Regney , Music by Gloria Shayne Baker
arr. Wayne Barker
I’ll Be Home For Christmas
Lyrics by Kim Gannon, Music by Walter Kent
arr. Mark Haynes
Featuring the USO Show Troupe
arr. David T. Clydesdale
This Is America!
arr. Jason Carr
INTERMISSION
White Christmas Overture
By Irving Berlin
arr. Larry Blank
White Christmas
By Irving Berlin
arr. Larry Blank
Bring Him Home
Original Lyrics by Alain Boublil, English Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer, Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg
arr. John Cameron adpt. Seann Alderking
Winter Wonderland
Lyrics by Richard B. Smith, Music by Felix Bernard
arr. Wayne Barker
Christmas Pop Sing-a-long
Traditional
arr. Lee Norris
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
Words by Charles Wesley, Music by Felix Mendelssohn
arr. Waltier Blocker orch. Joel Pierson
Peace and Favor Rest On Us
By Kurt Carr
arr. Henry Panion III
Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town
Lyrics by Haven Gillespie, Music by John Fredrick Coots
arr. John Walton
Jingle, Jingle, Jingle Bell Rock
By Joe Beal & Jim Boothe
arr. Lucas Richman
Many Moods of Christmas Suite 4
Traditional
arr. Robert Shaw and Robert Russell Bennett
Hallelujah Chorus
George Frideric Handel
arr. Ebenezer Prout
SING-A-LONG see pages 68 & 69 for lyrics Artists and program subject to change without notice.
Photography and audio/video recording are strictly prohibited.
Please silence all cell phones and electronic devices.
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LETTER FROM THE GOVERNOR
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CHRISTMAS IN JULY PARADE IN PHOTOS
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SPOTLIGHT: RETIRED U.S. NAVY REAR ADMIRAL THOMAS LYNCH Rear Admiral Thomas C. Lynch (U.S. Navy, retired), who is serving as the distinguished Chair of I’ll Be Home for Christmas Spectacular! – A Salute to the Military and First Responders, is very proud of tonight’s event. Admiral Lynch has been attending Philly POPS concerts for 20 years, and he has been looking forward to this specific concert for many months.
“I’m excited that we are providing this great
Company, and has served as a director of several
opportunity for the military — active duty and
privately and publicly held companies. Admiral
retired — and emergency responders from the
Lynch was recognized as a U.S. Naval Academy
Philadelphia Police and Fire Departments, so
Distinguished Graduate in 2010. He currently
they and their guests can enjoy this wonderful
serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors of
Christmas pageant at the POPS,” Lynch explains.
NewDay USA; President of the Union League of
“They deserve the recognition they are receiving
Philadelphia; Vice Chairman of the Philadelphia
and being a part of tonight’s celebration.”
Sports Congress; and serves on the Army-Navy
After a 31-year Naval career, which included command of the Eisenhower Battle Group during
Game Committee, with active involvement in the Army-Navy Game on multiple levels.
Operation Desert Shield and Superintendent of the U.S. Naval Academy, Admiral Lynch retired from the Navy with the rank of Rear Admiral in 1995. Following his retirement, Admiral Lynch held senior executive leadership positions at Safeguard Scientifics, CompuCom Systems, and The Staubach
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LETTER FROM THE MAYOR
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CORPORATE PARTNER SPOTLIGHT: Miller Lite
It is with great appreciation that The Philly POPS and President Frank Giordano recognize Miller Lite as the title sponsor of I'll Be Home for Christmas Spectacular! – A Salute to the Military and First Responders. “We extend our sincere gratitude to Miller
is proud and excited to partner with The Philly
Brewing Company and Miller Lite for standing
POPS to bring good cheer to those who serve
out as our title sponsor for this important event,”
this holiday season.”
explains Giordano. “It is overwhelming to see the difference we are making, and Miller’s support has been most important in helping us reach our goals. We sincerely thank everyone at Miller.”
Miller Brewing Company was founded in 1855 by Frederick J. Miller. The company operates in the United States and Puerto Rico as part of MillerCoors, a joint venture of SABMiller plc and
Brendan Dalton, General Manager of Miller
Molson Coors Brewing Company. Their community
Brewing Company, is equally proud of his
outreach includes mentoring, educating, and
company's involvement in this event.
networking to bring growth and positive change
“I think it’s amazing what these men and women
to communities.
do for America,” says Dalton. “Their selfless contributions enable our freedom. Miller Lite 10 • Encore! • The Philly POPS • I'll Be Home for Christmas Spectacular!
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music director
MICHAEL KRAJEWSKI
Known for his entertaining programs and clever humor, Michael Krajewski took the helm as Music Director and Conductor of The Philly POPS® with the beginning of The POPS’ 35th season in October 2013. He also serves as principal pops conductor of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, the Houston Symphony, and the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra. A conductor who brings an impressive list of
appearances include performances with the Hong
symphony guest conductor experiences to his
Kong Philharmonic, the Malaysian Philharmonic,
position in Philadelphia, he has worked with
the Iceland Symphony Orchestra, and the Ulster
orchestras throughout the United States, Canada,
Orchestra in concerts in Belfast and Dublin.
and around the globe. In the summer of 2012, he was guest conductor with The Philadelphia Orchestra at The Mann Center. He has also conducted the Cleveland Orchestra, the Boston and Cincinnati Pops, the San Francisco, Baltimore, Detroit, Indianapolis, Seattle, Dallas, St. Louis, Milwaukee and National Symphonies, as well as numerous
A creative force who enjoys working in many mediums, Michael was the conductor of the video Silver Screen Serenade with violinist Jenny Oaks Baker that aired worldwide on BYU Broadcasting. He also led the Houston Symphony on two holiday albums: Glad Tidings and Christmas Festival.
other orchestras across the United States. In Canada, he has led Ottawa’s National Arts Centre Orchestra, the Calgary Philharmonic, and the Toronto, Edmonton, Winnipeg, and KitchenerWaterloo Symphonies. Other international
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His musical collaborations are just as creative
James Stephenson to compose the Concerto for
and extensive. One of The Philly POPS programs
Cell Phone, which we performed in Philadelphia
— The Sounds of Simon & Garfunkel, which took
in April 2013.”
place in February 2014 — was developed by Michael in partnership with touring artists AJ Swearingen and Jonathan Beedle and has been presented throughout North America. Among the list of internationally respected artists and groups with whom he has collaborated are flutist James Galway, mezzo soprano Marilyn Horne, pianist Alicia de Larrocha, guitarist Angel
While Michael lives with his wife Darcy live in Orlando, Florida, he has become a great fan of the Philadelphia region. “I am overwhelmed by the warm welcome I have received here and the great new friendships we have developed,” he says. “I look forward to bringing refreshing programs that are new to Pops audiences here.”
Romero, and pop artists Roberta Flack, Judy
When not conducting, Michael enjoys travel,
Collins, Art Garfunkel, Kenny Loggins, Ben Folds,
photography, and solving crossword puzzles.
Doc Severinsen, Patti Austin, Sandi Patty, Ann Hampton Callaway, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, The Chieftains, Chicago, Pink Martini, Rockapella, Cirque de la Symphonie, Classical Mystery Tour, and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. Michael thrives on the creative process including finding new artists and arrangers with whom he can collaborate to bring fresh ideas to pops programs. He explains: “I seek them out and make new partnerships — like when I encouraged
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THE PHILLY POPS®
It's an all-new Philly POPS®, playing the music audiences know and love to hear. Now in its 36th season, The Philly POPS, presented by Encore Series, Inc., enjoys revitalized energy under the music direction of Maestro Michael Krajewski. The combined leadership of Krajewski and Philly POPS President Frank Giordano has brought record sales to The Philly POPS, the largest stand-alone pops orchestra in America. Highly respected throughout the United States and Canada, Krajewski holds similar posts with the Atlanta, Houston, and Jacksonville Symphonies and guest conducts internationally. The orchestra boasts a blend of talented musicians from the musically rich Philadelphia region and entertains audiences with an eclectic mix of musical genres — from Broadway to the Beatles, Gershwin to The Bee Gees, and beyond. The Philly POPS performs as a founding resident company in Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia, as well as select venues throughout the tri-state region and New York.
“The best pops ensemble on the planet today” —allaboutjazz.com History of The Philly POPS®
Throughout its history, the orchestra has been
First launched in 1979, The Philly POPS was
proud to have been recognized throughout
founded by impresario Moe Septee as part of
the country. It was designated as the official
his All-Star Forum with the highly respected Marc
Pops Orchestra of the Commonwealth of
Mostovoy. It was Septee who had the foresight
Pennsylvania and has always been a significant
to bring a major national pianist/conductor to
part of Philadelphia’s cultural scene. The orchestra
Philadelphia to serve as the music director —
has played a role in the City of Philadelphia’s
Grammy Award-winning pianist Peter Nero, who
Fourth of July celebration since its inception. This
led the orchestra for 34 years.
immensely popular annual event, which includes
Under the leadership of Michael Krajewski and President and CEO Frank Giordano, The Philly POPS exudes a new vitality. Giordano says, “Our goal is to provide a music experience like none other in the region. Attending a Philly POPS concert should always be fun, even before our guests enter the concert hall. We love to plan surprises and provide outstanding music with exceptional experiences. Our Music Director,
a musical tribute to all branches of the armed forces, draws thousands of attendees. A long list of notables have joined the POPS for their city celebrations including Sir Elton John, Garth Brooks, Patti LaBelle, Ray Charles, Boyz II Men, Julius Erving, Dionne Warwick and such actors as James Earl Jones, Michael Douglas, Morgan Freeman, Kevin Spacey, Whoopi Goldberg, Kathy Bates and many others.
Michael Krajewski, is a first-class conductor who knows how to keep an audience entertained.”
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More memorable moments: October, 2013 — Music Director Michael Krajewski took over the “baton” of The Philly POPS. September, 2013 — The Inaugural POPS Ball where guests danced to our 65-piece orchestra conducted by Maestro Michael Krajewski and featuring Eddie Bruce as the special guest. 2008 — The wedding of premier historic re-enactors Ralph Archbold and Linda Wilde, better known to Philadelphians as Ben Franklin and Betsy Ross where the Philly POPS provided the music. July 4, 2003 — National Constitution Center opening ceremonies July 4, 2002 — National Public Radio’s nationwide radio broadcast featuring The Philly POPS April 2002 — U.S. Senator/Astronaut John Glenn made a guest appearance with The Philly POPS in a special performance of Peter Nero’s original composition Voyage Into Space at the Kimmel Center. John Glenn awoke to Nero’s music during his last journey into space in 1998. July, 2001 — ABC-TV’s Independence Day 2001, a live, star-studded national broadcast produced by Norman Lear, where The Philly POPS
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shared the stage with such luminaries as Michael Douglas, Morgan Freeman, Kevin Spacey, Whoopi Goldberg, Kathy Bates, Garth Brooks, and many others. 2000 — Republican National Convention
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1998 — NASA’s 40th anniversary commemorative gala in Washington, D.C. 1987 — CBS-TV national broadcast of Philadelphia’s We the People concert, a celebration of the signing of the U.S. Constitution 1984 — Carnegie Hall debut performance (with a return visit in 1997)
thephillypops The Philly POPS is presented by Encore Series, Inc., a non-profit organization
Before its 2001 relocation to The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, a state-of-the-art, world-class venue on Philadelphia’s Avenue of the Arts, The Philly POPS performed for many years in the city’s historic Academy of Music.
enriching the cultural life of Philadelphia through the performing arts. For more information, please visit phillypops.org. Press Contact: Sharla Feldscher, Public Relations Director, 215.627.0801; sharla@sf-pr com
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conductor
DAVID CHARLES ABELL Britain’s celebrated American-born
David's passion for music began when he lived
conductor, David Charles Abell is
in Philadelphia from age 5 to 12. He attended
that rare conductor whose wide range of repertoire knowledge and skill encompasses symphonic music, opera and musical theatre.
He has
conducted many of the top British orchestras including the London Symphony, London Philharmonic, Royal Philharmonic, Bournemouth, City of Birmingham, Royal Scottish and Hallé. Internationally, he has appeared with the Wiener Symphoniker, Orchestre Pasdeloup, Atlanta and Cincinnati Symphonies, Hong Kong Philharmonic, Iceland Symphony, West Australian Symphony, New York Pops, and Philly POPS orchestras. His many television and radio appearances have encompassed a wide repertoire that include the Les Misérables 10th and 25th Anniversary Concerts, both televised worldwide.
Germantown Friends School (playing trumpet and viola in the orchestra) and sang in the choir of Grace Church, Mt. Airy. Following a family move to Chicago, he joined the Berkshire Boys’ Choir, which was chosen to participate in the world premiere of Leonard Bernstein’s Mass at Washington’s Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. David met Bernstein again while attending Yale University and assisted him on various projects in the 1980s. After completing his studies with Nadia Boulanger in Paris and at the Juilliard School in New York, he made his professional conducting debut in Berlin with Bernstein’s Mass. His association with Bernstein’s music continues: He recently served as Musical Supervisor for Candide in London (where he has lived for the past 18 years) and has been asked by Bernstein’s children to serve on the committee marking the centennial of the composer’s birth.
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David is most widely known for having conducted
Philharmonic and Bournemouth symphonies,
the two Les Misérables Anniversary Concerts
and the War Horse Prom. Additionally, his critical
(10th and 25th), both of which have become PBS
edition of the classic musical Kiss Me, Kate, the
fundraising perennials. He regularly appears on
fruit of 4 years of musicological labor, has recently
radio and television in the UK, most notably at
been published.
the BBC Proms, London’s annual music festival at the Royal Albert Hall. These appearances
Upcoming projects include his English National
have included the Richard Rodgers Centenary
Opera debut conducting Sweeney Todd with
celebration (2002), a world premiere opera
Emma Thompson and Bryn Terfel; Fiddler on the
(2007), the Sondheim 80th birthday (2010) and
Roof, also with Terfel; Kiss Me, Kate at the UK’s
the War Horse Prom (2014).
Opera North; Silent Night at Lyric Opera of Kansas City; and a return to Philadelphia for Christmas
Classical music, opera, film music, and musical
Spectacular! in 2015.
theater all contribute to a diverse career, unified by a serious yet theatrical approach. Since last year’s appearance with The Philly Pops, David has conducted the French premiere of Sondheim’s musical Into the Woods, a CD of authentic Broadway and Hollywood songs for Chandos Records with baritone Simon Keenlyside, the Pulitzer Prize-winning opera Silent Night at Cincinnati Opera, live accompaniment to the film Brief Encounter with the London Philharmonic, the radio launch of a BBC classical music education series, concerts of American music with the Royal A Salute to the Military & First Responders • December 2014 • 17
vocalist
HUGH PANARO Hugh Panaro is proud to return to his hometown of Philadelphia to make his Philly POPS debut in Christmas Spectacular! Hugh is perhaps best known for having played
Hugh made his professional theatrical debut at
the coveted role of the Phantom in Broadway's
the age of 13 as Friedrich Von Trapp in The Sound
The Phantom of the Opera over 2,000 times,
of Music at the Huntingdon Valley Dinner Theater
including the 25th Anniversary production. In
in Huntingdon Valley, PA, and went on to star in
fact, Hugh is one of the few actors to be cast by
numerous leading roles in the Philadelphia area.
Harold Prince as both The Phantom and Raoul in
While attending LaSalle College High School,
the show's Broadway production.
Hugh sang and played keyboards with the jazz band under the direction of Joseph Ciccimaro.
Born and reared in East Oak Lane, Hugh began
He went on to study classical voice with Robert
his musical career as a church organist at Saint
Grooters at Temple University and perform with
Helena's Parish church in Olney. At the age
the Temple University concert choir under the
of 12, Hugh was taken by his parents to see
direction of Alan Harler.
fellow Philadelphian Andrea McArdle starring in the Broadway production of Annie, and was
Hugh made his Broadway debut in the original
immediately "bitten" by the theater bug. He began
production of Les Misérables as Marius, the role
studying voice with Philadelphia singer/voice
he originated in the First National company. He
teacher Melanie Bowman Capoferri.
also created the roles of Buddy in the original Side Show; Julian Craster in Jule Styne's last musical, The Red Shoes; and the title role in the American premiere of Cameron Mackintosh's Martin Guerre.
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Hugh was nominated for an Outer Critics Circle
As a concert artist, Hugh has performed with
Award for his performance in the title role of
major symphony orchestras all over the world,
Elton John's Lestat, based on Anne Rice's Vampire
including Dallas, Detroit, San Francisco, Seattle,
Chronicles. He made his West End debut in the
San Diego, Houston, Calgary, Utah, and the
original London company of Harold Prince's Show
London Sinfonietta, among many others, and
Boat as Gaylord Ravenal, the role he previously
had the privilege of performing in the world
played in the Broadway and Toronto productions.
premiere of Penderecki’s Te Deum at Carnegie Hall. Mr. Panaro was a guest soloist with the
Off-Broadway credits include What's a Nice
Buffalo Philharmonic, conducted by Marvin
Country Like You...Doing in a State Like This? at
Hamlisch, and toured Europe with the legendary
The Actor's Playhouse; White Lies at the Triad; jazz
Barbra Streisand. Hugh can be heard on numerous
composer Michael Franks' Noa Noa at Playwrights
recordings, including The Jerome Kern Treasury
Horizons; and Michael John LaChiusa's Little Fish
(EMI Records), the original cast recording of
at New York's Second Stage. Regionally, Hugh
Side Show (SONY Records), Tap Your Troubles
played Anthony Hope in Stephen Sondheim's
Away (Jerry Herman), The Centennial (Kurt Weil),
Sweeney Todd at the John F. Kennedy Center
Life Upon the Wicked Stage (Jerome Kern), and
for the Performing Arts. In Los Angeles, Hugh
Disney's animated feature film The Prince of Egypt,
was nominated for an Ovation Award for his
among others.
performance as Kenneth in Call Me Madam and went on to star as Henry Spofford in Gentlemen
Hugh holds a Bachelor of Music degree from
Prefer Blondes and Franklin Shepard in Merrily
Temple University and is the proud recipient of
We Roll Along, all for REPRISE!
the Boyer College of Music Certificate of Honor for his accomplishments in musical theater. Hugh
At the prestigious 5th Avenue Theater in Seattle,
is very grateful to his parents and teachers for
Hugh played George Seurat in Sam Buntrock's
the gift of music and is currently working on his
Tony Award-winning production of Sunday in
first solo CD. Hugh dedicates his performance
the Park With George, and Robert in Stephen
to the memory of his father, Donald F. Panaro.
Sondheim's Company. Hugh's performance as Jean Valjean in the Walnut Street Theater's production of Les Misérables earned him the prestigious Barrymore Award, for which he was again nominated after a turn as Fagin in Oliver! In 2012, Hugh was honored with the Edwin Forrest Award for his long-term contribution to the theater. Hugh reprised his role as Jean Valjean in Les Misérables at the historic St. Louis MUNY and won the St. Louis Theater Circle Award for his performance.
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Peter Richard Conte was appointed Choirmaster and Organist of St. Clement’s Church in 1991. Since then, he has established an internationallyacclaimed ensemble of 18 professional singers which performs an extensive repertoire of music in the Anglo-Catholic tradition. Each Sunday, and on special feasts of the Church year, the choir offers a full setting of the ordinary of the Mass, including the Credo, several motets, and the Propers for the Mass, sung in Latin to their original Gregorian tones. The St. Clement’s Choir has recorded several compact discs on the DORIAN label, all of which have received international praise.
organist
PETER RICHARD CONTE
In addition to his duties at St. Clement’s, Mr. Conte is Grand Court Organist of the world famous Wanamaker Organ in Macy’s in Center City Philadelphia. He performs on the six-manual, 28,500-pipe instrument twice daily, six days per week. The Wanamaker Organ is the largest fully-functioning musical instrument in the world; Mr. Conte was appointed Grand Court Organist in 1989, and is only the fourth person to hold that title since the organ first played in 1911. 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. His monthly radio show, The Wanamaker Organ Hour, airs on the first Sunday of each month and can be accessed online via WRTI.org. He performs extensively throughout the United States and Canada under the management of Phillip Truckenbrod Concert Artists, and was a featured artist at the American Guild of Organists’ National Convention in 2002, and at the International Organ Festival in Aosta, Italy, in September 2004. He has performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra, The Philly POPS, and with Delaware and Allentown Symphonies.
THE PHILLY POPS ORCHESTRA
1ST VIOLINS
CELLOS
Michael Ludwig
Uli Boeckheler
SAXOPHONES AND REEDS
Luigi Mazzocchi
Jon Fink
Ron Kerber
Charlene Kwas
George Atanasiu
Kaj Hansen
Rachel Mathey
Brooke Beazley
Joseph Smith
Carlos Rubio
Glenn Fischbach
Greg Riley
Reina Inui
Pat Daniels
Mark Allen
Guillaume Combet
Talia Schiff
Ben Scott
Sue Lerner
HORNS
Robert Vieira
BASSES
Adam Lesnick
Miles Davis
Angela Bilger
Anne Peterson
George Barnett
Stephen Groat
TRUMPETS
Genaro Medina Alexandra Cutler-Fetkewicz Joanna Thiagarajan
John David Smith
2ND VIOLINS
Elizabeth Cochran
Erica Miller
FLUTES AND PICCOLOS
Bob Gravener
Edward Schultz
Joe Fallon
Ron Kerber
TROMBONES
Michelle Bishop Tamae Lee Donna Rudolph Louis Lanza Sarah Dubois
Frances Tate
Matt Gallagher George Rabbai
Brian Pastor
OBOE
Michael Purdy
David Schneider
David Cianci
OBOE AND ENGLISH HORN
TUBA
VIOLAS
Evan Ocheret
Davis Barnett
CLARINETS
TYMPANI & PERCUSSION
Marjorie Goldberg
Joseph Smith
William Kerrigan
Scott Wagner
Kaj Hansen
David Nelson
Ellen Trainer
BASS CLARINET
Zachary Crystal
Charles Parker Greg Teperman Diane Barnett Andrea Levine
Sarah Sutton Gerry Rice Nina Cottman Jonathan Kim
HARP Andre Tarantiles
Brian Brown
Mark Allen
DRUM SET
BASSOONS
Chris Hanning
Norman Spielberg
ELECTRIC BASS
Greg Riley
Steve Beskrone
GUITAR
KEYBOARD
Dave Cullen
Jeff Smith
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POPS FESTIVAL CHORUS The POPS Festival Chorus is a 125-voice ensemble that performs with The Philly POPS for Christmas Spectacular! Under the direction of Jeffrey Kern, the POPS Festival Chorus began performing in 2002 and since then has performed in each Holiday POPS series. The POPS Festival Chorus is an auditioned volunteer
training, styles and diction for vocalists, and
organization comprised of singers ranging from
classes for the Musical Theater Minor. He conducts
high school students to retired professionals. The
the University Chorus, Handbell Ensemble, and
chorus has performed with many professional
various small vocal ensembles, while serving as
artists including Faith Prince, Capathia Jenkins,
head of the Voice Department. He has also acted
Ashley Brown, Lisa Howard, Lauren Kennedy,
as music director in the theater department’s
Rachel York, Alice Ripley, Ann Hampton Calloway,
productions of The Mystery of Edwin Drood,
and The Von Trapp Family Children.
Cabaret, A Chorus Line, Rodgers and Hart Revue,
JEFFERY KERN, chorus master
On the Town, and Weird Romance. In 1998, he
Jeffrey Kern joined the faculty of the University of the Arts in 1991, where he currently holds the
received the Louise Beitzel Award for excellence in teaching.
rank of Associate Professor. His responsibilities include applied voice, conducting, advanced piano classes, advanced sight reading, vocal pedagogy for teachers, musicianship, jazz ear
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Geoffrey Albert-Bolisnki Mark Anderson Rainer Aristy Bob Arndt Michelle Ballentine Morgan Barlow Paul Barnett Scott Bass Linda Beaver Daniel Bishop Jennifer Bloomberg Juliette Bloomberg Connie Bosna Ned Brouillette Fabiene Brown Massimo Brutto Beth Burkhart Jessica Cantone Edra Chandler Anna Clarke Robert Coble James Conte Jenn Counsellor Phil Davis Kate DeFlaviis Allegra DelRossi Kathy DelRossi Matthew Derriso Joe Desiderio Tina DiCroce Ray DiSandro Bob Dixon Lawanna Dixon Tom Dwyer Amy Farinella Jennifer Fenstermacher Taylor Fisher
Nancy Gager
Shurong Liu
Joe Schwartz
Lauren Gagliardi
Nick Lombardelli
Maura Schwartz
Luis X. Garcia
Julie Longworth
Chuck Scott
Patti Garver
Esther Mansor
Allison Silver
Jennifer Gottschalk
Naomi Mansor
Laurel Soffer
Calli Graver
Seth Mansor
Tina Stanfa
Evan Graver
Liz Mataset
Cynthia Stockton
Siobhan Groves
Erika McCandless
Jonathan Storace
Lisa Harrelson
Karen McCausland
Maddie Swinger
Peggy Hayward
Michael McCausland
Hsi Tai
Don Henry
Pat McGranahan
WeiPing Tai
Marian Henry
Maryann McKenzie
Diane Tan
Mark Henry
Gail Fowler Middleton
Kim Nurick Tarnoff
Richard Henry
Carli Millstone-Fida
Laura Teal
Krystal Hipkins
Sandy Montimore
Arienne Thaw-Bolton
John Holohan
Permelia Mullen
Elijah Thomas
Charlotte Humes
Ted Newell
Jane Tonkin
Kristina Hurd
Mark Olsen
Nick Trawick
Gene Huang
Amy Osterhoudt
Linda Welte
Connie Jones
Lew Osterhoudt
John Whip
Nancy Kadwill
Frankie Owens
Vivian Williams
Helena Kan
Betty Pannell
Katie Winner
Genestra Kappotis
Kathryn Marie Pepe
DeShana Wooden
Maureen Keeney
Ryan Peteraf
Claire Wunderlich
Jim Kelsh
Rich Pisula
Wenjie Xiang
Heeya Kim
Marilyn Radley
Constance Yetke
Lynne Kolodinsky
Scott Radley
Eric Yu
Nick Kolodinsky
Brian Reid
Linda Zanella
Pat Koontz
Betsy Rich
Melina Zhang
Joan Labosh
David Riegel
Mike Labosh
Michael Rilli
Jeffery Kern
Catherine Lavell
Lindsay Ronaldson
chorus master
Mecca Leach
Denise Rose
Vicky Lee
Jane Rose
Jayne Lester
Mary Anne Saveoz
Amy Lewis
Al Sauter
Alex Li
Noah Scheffey
Joanne Lipa
Laura Schmidt
Tom Baust accompanist
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PHILADELPHIA BOYS CHOIR & CHORALE Renowned for its commanding musicianship, intelligence, and interpretive abilities, the Emmywinning and Grammy-nominated Philadelphia Boys Choir & Chorale has cultivated a devoted Boys between the ages of 7-12
following worldwide for its highly acclaimed
who like to sing are encouraged to audition for the Choir. Please
concerts and performances. Established in 1968,
call (215) 222-3500 or e-mail us at
its achievements include world tours, recordings
info@phillyboyschoir.org to arrange an appointment. Visit our website at phillyboyschoir.org.
with internationally renowned orchestras, television appearances, and praise from critics and audiences worldwide. PBCC continues to break through the most rigid social, political, and cultural barriers.
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JEFFREY R. SMITH, music director Mr. Smith has firmly established PBCC as one of the most successful boy-choirs in America. PBCC maintains an extensive concert schedule throughout the Mid-Atlantic region as well as an illustrious international touring program. In 2011, PBCC performed at the Grand Teton Festival and in 2012 at Pazaislis Music Festival in Lithuania. The 2013 tour took the boys in red to France with appearances at Notre Dame and the D-Day Beaches in Normandy. In 2014 the choir will travel through England and Wales. Recent and upcoming engagements include Carnegie Hall, the Kimmel Center, the Mann Center for Performing Arts and the Academy of Music. PBCC has collaborated with many ensembles including Philadelphia Orchestra, the Philly POPS, Pennsylvania Ballet, Opera Philadelphia, Curtis Institute, the Mendelssohn Club, VoxAmadeus and Chamber Orchestra Philadelphia. Television appearances include Good Morning America, Saturday Night Live and The Today Show.
SOPRANOS
Aden Siegel
Mekkhi Hernandez
Gabriel Allen
Matthew Sleeper
Daniel Hicks
Aiden Barrow
Michael Sleeper
Brennon Hunter-Chamberlain
Evan Bishop
Justin Sporn
James Jabbour
Zachary Brosky
Chase Sullivan
Joseph Kenworthey
Samir Buch
Colin Thomas-Philip
Tyler Krasting
Max Cass
Nicholas Vitagliano
Joey LaScala
Vaughn Cultrara
Alden Walker
Renkai Luo
Paul Rocco DiGerolamo
Daniel West
Nash McBride
Aidan Donohue
Michael West
Jackson McGovern
Christopher Doyle
Charles Witmer
Danard McNair
Damian Ferraro
Joshua Xavier
Carrington Alexander Mizelle
Dylan Stephen Forland
Michael York
Nathanael Moore
Owen Geiger
Andrew Zaayenga
Michael Naddeo
Jackson Graham Christopher Houdeshel Gabriel Johnson Camron Kaiser Hunter Kaminski Tejas Kaushik Matthew Kiernan River Lee Raymond Lewis Michael Lowry Elijah Morman Gavin Rasmussen Owen Reece John Reilly Sam Rekulak
ALTOS Aiden Bagi Julian Bates Corey Becker Carlos Bollar Noe Bunster River Bunster Jason Cho Jaden Connelly Dan Cook Jonathan D'Souza Samad Dunbar
Josh Nessler Andrew Newman Stephen John Oliva Spencer Rosenbaum Jacob Salmon Michael Smith Tyler Southern Evan Stanger Henry Stefan Ben Steinberg Brandon Williams Samuel Zeigler
Michael El Nate Garthe Noah Haggerty A Salute to the Military & First Responders • December 2014 • 25
ST. THOMAS GOSPEL CHOIR The A. E. Church of St. Thomas Gospel Choir
currently consists of 58 spirit filled, energetic, and anointed musical ambassadors of song. With
evangelism being a very important factor in the choir’s ministry, the St. Thomas Gospel Choir shares their music ministry at over 100 services, programs, concerts, and celebrations every year.
WALT BLOCKER, music director Walt Blocker is the minister of music and director of the gospel choir at the historic Episcopal Church of St. Thomas in Philadelphia. Under his leadership and God’s grace, the St. Thomas Gospel Choir (STGC) has made three CD recordings, which display his and the choir's diverse styles of gospel music. Walt and STGC have traveled as far as Costa Rica, won numerous competitions, and regularly sing and write music with The Philly Pops and for The Washington National Cathedral.
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SOPRANOS
ALTOS
TENORS
Angela Mackrey
Adrienne Logan
Charles Holloway
Attice Whiters
Autumn Simmons
Curtis P. Mason
Betty Myers
Ava Anderson
Dale Williams
Brenda Battle
Carmella Holloway
Darren T. Cottman
Calais Harris
Cheryl Hawkins-Norris
Daryn Stewart
Charlene Gordon
China Guess-Jones
Devvyn Holloway
Charlene Holloway
Clare Mae Daniels
Gregory Natson
Deborah Dixon
Deborah Sampson
Gregory Ryles
Debbie Purnell-Otey
Gladyce DuBrey
James Stewart
Delois Whiters
Jacqueline Sampson
Justin Trotman
Donna Foster
Janet Manning
Margarette Golding
Dynita Jones
Lois Toney
Scott Nichols
Earlene Ford
Lynn Northington
Vincent Gumbs
Jenelle Wilson-Johnson
Mary Ann Phillips
Joy Holland
Nancy Jean-Sewell
Keia Story
Nanola Randolph
MUSICIANS/ DIRECTOR
Lenoria DeVine
Norma Albritton
Dr. Jay Fluellen
Lynn Gant
Pamela Galloway
Robert Myers
Lynne Galloway
Patricia Akins
Walt Blocker
Shanae Williams
Shaleen Manning
Waymond Elliott
Susan Patricia Ben
Teena Matthews
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2014-2015
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF: ENCORE SERIES, INC.
Salvatore M. DeBunda, Esq.
Frank Giordano, President and Chief Executive Officer
Chairman Frank Giordano President Gary A. Frank, J.D.
Michael Krajewski, Music Director Louis Scaglione, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
Vice Chairman Charles Keates, Esq. Secretary
Karen Corbin, Director of Annual Fund
Louis K. Habina, Esq.
Sharla Feldscher, Public Relations Director,
Treasurer
Sharla Feldscher Public Relations Mark Gisi, Marketing Director, Eastern Standard
Wilbert D. Abele George J. Awad, Esq. D. Walter Cohen, DDS
Seth Hanes, Marketing Associate George Muller, Director of Artistic Administration
Chairman Emeritus
Bud Scheerer, Director of Sales and Customer Relations
Paul Conaway
Larry Simpson, Director of Major Gifts
Charles J. Davidson Joseph Del Raso, Esq. Daniel DiLella
Patricia Wells, Office Manager and Executive Assistant to the President
Dr. Robert R. Jennings Mark D. Lupke
Jeffrey Kern, Chorus Master
Barry Magarick
Vincent Leonard, Music Librarian
Charles D. Mandracchia, Esq.
Anne Peterson, Orchestra Contractor
James M. Matour, Esq. John J. Meko, Jr. Gregory Montanaro Sandra Muller Richard F. Pagano Andrew J. Santacroce Samuel J. Savitz Chairman Emeritus Louis Scaglione Anthony Serafine Gary Silvi Carmen Tomassetti Deborah Smith Webster
Jeffrey Smith, Assistant Conductor Debbie Lobel, Stage Manager
2014/15 SEASON
FEB 6-8
MAR 13-15
APR 10-12
MAY 15-17
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CORPORATE AND 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' commitment to music excellence.
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Salutes and Thanks All of our Military and First Responders
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Wishes to extends our gratitude to our military and first responders for your patriotic actions and selfless service.
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To our Military and First Responders:
THANK YOU 107 Flyatt Road Vincentown, New Jersey 08048 36 • Encore! • The Philly POPS • I'll Be Home for Christmas Spectacular!
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I’ll be Home for Christmas Spectacular, a Salute to the Military and First Responders.
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Thank you for donating your most valuable possession. Time. Citizens Bank is pleased to support The Philly POPS.
Member FDIC. Citizens Bank is a brand name of RBS Citizens, N.A. 415762 40 • Encore! • The Philly POPS • I'll Be Home for Christmas Spectacular!
Thank You for Your Service
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Chris May
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Proud supporter of the Philly Pops!
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Eastern Standard is the proud marketing partner of the new Philly POPS.
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Working in concert to honor those who protect us.
Now that’s spectacular. DNB First is proud to support the Philly POPS and to join them in honoring the servicemen and women and first responders who selflessly work to keep us safe.
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FEB 6-8 Join the POPS Orchestra and award-winning guest vocalists Capathia Jenkins and Darius de Haas as they perform classic songs from R&B legends including Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, James Brown, Stevie Wonder, and Marvin Gaye. A Salute to the Military & First Responders • December 2014 • 45
LF Driscoll is proud to recognize the men and women serving our country, and our communities.
Builders. Leaders. Our delivery of complex construction projects is possible because of the integrity of our builders. In addition to their roles in construction management, they serve our community as fire fighters, EMTs, and members of the armed services. They reflect the best characteristics of our company, and our country.
The success of your project is the foundation of our future. www.lfdriscoll.com 401 East City Avenue Suite 500 Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 O: 610.668.0950 L.F. Driscoll Co., LLC is an EEO / AA employer, M/F/D/V
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Economy Restaurant Supply recognizes the valor and commitment of those dedicated to our nation and our community.
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We proudly salute members of the Armed Services and the Philadelphia Police and Fire Departments
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856.439.0200
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Independence Blue Cross
Salutes Our Military and First Responders
Independence Blue Cross is proud to recognize The Philly Pops and the positive impact it has on our community. For more than 75 years, Independence Blue Cross has been enhancing the health and wellness of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to transforming health care through strategic corporate sponsorship of innovative wellness and education programs.
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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 $70 million* a year. It’s a good feeling we can all share, and to us, that’s the magic of giving.
* Includes grants from Macy’s Foundation
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We put our energy into the community. At PECO, our employees invest thousands of volunteer hours and we contribute more than $5 million each year to help our communities grow and prosper. We also champion efforts that impact education, the environment, arts and culture, and community enrichment. PECO is proud to support the Philly POPS’ “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” Spectacular – A Salute to the Military and First Responders. We thank all military and first responders for their sacrifices and applaud your service. Find out more at www.peco.com/community © PECO Energy Company, 2014
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THE PHILADELPHIA SPORTS CONGRESS IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THE
THE PHILLY POPS
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is proud to join the POPS in saluting our Military and First Responders.
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WE SALUTE THE COMMITMENT AND DEDICATION OF OUR MILITARY AND FIRST RESPONDERS.
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New Year’s Concert 20th Anniversary Season Celebrate with Strauss Waltzes and Operetta Excerpts, featuring European Singers, Dancers and Full Orchestra!
Photo by Chris Lee
Strauss Symphony of America featuring The Philly POPS
András Deák, conductor (Budapest) Sera Gösch, soprano (Vienna) • Michael Heim, tenor (Vienna) Featuring dancers from Kiev-Aniko Ballet of Ukraine & International Champion Ballroom Dancers
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Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014 at 2:30 pm salutetovienna.com 1.800.545.7807
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Captain and Mrs. Jack Lieberman, US Navy (retired) SALUTE OUR MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVED AND ARE SERVING IN HARMS WAY. They are the best and brightest that our country has to offer. Kudos to you all and may God watch over you and keep you safe.
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Preserving and sharing the patriotic heritage and spirit of The Union League of Philadelphia Love of Country Leads!
COMMUNITY HOURS: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Second Saturday of the month, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. FOR MORE INFORMATION: 215-587-6455 foundations@unionleague.org www.ulheritagecenter.org 64 • Encore! • The Philly POPS • I'll Be Home for Christmas Spectacular!
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IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS
SILVER BELLS
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas
Dressed in holiday style
Everywhere you go
In the air, there's a feeling
Take a look in the Five and Ten
Of Christmas
Glistening once again
Children laughing, people passing
With candy canes and silver lanes aglow
Meeting smile after smile
City sidewalks, busy sidewalks
And on every street corner, you'll hear It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas Toys in every store
Silver bells
But the prettiest sight to see
Silver bells
Is the holly that will be
It's Christmas time in the city
On your own front door
Ring-a-ling Hear them sing Soon it will be Christmas Day
FROSTY THE SNOWMAN Frosty the snowman was a jolly happy soul With a corncob pipe and a button nose And two eyes made out of coal Frosty the snowman is a fairy tale they say He was made of snow but the children know How he came to life one day There must have been some magic in That old silk hat they found For when they placed it on his head He began to dance around Oh... Frosty the snowman Was alive as he could be And the children say he could laugh And play just the same as you and me
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RUDOLPH THE REDNOSED REINDEER Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer Had a very shiny nose And if you ever saw it You would even say it glows And all of the other reindeer Used to laugh and call him names They never let poor Rudolph Join in any reindeer games Then one foggy Christmas Eve Santa came to say Rudolph, with your nose so bright Won't you guide my sleigh tonight? Then all the reindeer loved him And they shouted out with glee Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer You'll go down in history
join us
SING-ALONG
I’M DREAMING OF A WHITE CHRISTMAS I'm dreaming of a white Christmas Just like the ones I used to know Where the treetops glisten
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And children listen To hear sleigh bells in the snow
Post a photo of your I'll Be Home for Christmas Spectacular! experience on
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With every Christmas card I write
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May your days be merry and bright
win a pair of tickets to any upcoming
And may all your Christmases be white
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A legacy of success.
A focus on the future.
Proudly supports the
Philly Pops James M. Matour, Esq. jmatour@dilworthlaw.com
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The Philly POPS dedicates this evening and this holiday season to those who have committed their lives to serving our nation and our community.
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