Published by Communications and Public Affairs (519) 824-4120, Ext. 56982 or 53338
News Release
March 02, 2005
U of G Chamber Choir to Hold Fundraiser
The University of Guelph Chamber Choir is one of 39 choirs from around the world selected to participate in Festival 500 July 3 to 10 in St. John�s, Nfld. Recognized internationally as an opportunity to explore and enhance choral excellence, this year�s festival will draw delegates and choirs from every continent, including 21 Canadian entries, and will entertain over 14,000 concertgoers.
Marta McCarthy, conductor of the U of G Chamber Choir, says �participating in such a significant event gives one a sense of personal and corporate pride � in our community and in our country. As a choir from the host country, our students will act as diplomats to international choirs. Our participation in Festival 500 will provide an opportunity to spread Guelph�s reputation as a community of innovation, opportunity and excellence�
To help cover expenses, the choir has organized �Showcase: A Fundraising Cabaret,� to be held March 12 at 8 p.m. at the Guelph Youth Music Centre. The show will feature song, humour and a tribute to George Gershwin. There will also be refreshments and a raffle with prizes, including a $100 gift basket from the Nutty Chocolatier, dinner for two at East Side Mario�s, a concert for two at the River Run Centre and a month of lessons from The Octave Music Store. Show tickets are $20 and are available by calling McCarthy at 519-824-4120, Ext. 54377.
For media questions, contact Communications and Public Affairs: Lori Bona Hunt (519) 824-4120, Ext. 53338, or Rebecca Kendall, Ext. 56982.
