a medley of favourite Christmas musicSaturday December 117:00 p.m.Sunday December 122:30 p.m.Oliver United Church$8.00 Admissionincludes post-concert Reception downstairsFood Bank Donations Welcome!
This is a fun-loving group of singers that loves to entertain in costume. You can expect a varied program, with lots of humour and sparkle .
Looking for more Christmas music? See below for information on “Sleighbells and Song”, a concert featuring children’s choirs, the a cappella Desert Airs men’s chorus, and the Penticton Concert Band on Tuesday December 7. You can catch both performances for less than a $20 bill! Where else could you find a deal like that?
Have a look at Music in the Park’s photo album of outdoor summer concerts:
The Desert Airs Men’s Chorus work their a cappella magic on the crowd at Music in the Park’s opening concert July 8.
The Nouveau trio, featuring Chris Stodola on piano, and Lori Stodola (voice) share the opening night with the Desert Airs.
Shane Swift and Luke Whittall share some fun moments making indie folk music on July 15th.
The ever-popular Dale Seaman delivers great country hits and some of his own songs on July 29th.
Singer-songwriter Deborah Lee Puder wows the crowd with her compositions, on August 5th, backed by a trio of great local musicians.
The young men of Tusk Mountain ( Travis Eek, Carson Ruhland, and Mike Szalay) rock out on August 12.
Ladies’ turn! Zyonya MacKenzie and sister Chenoa sing on August 12.
Celtic harmonies with harpist Ingrid Schellenberg, on August 19th, 2010
All photos courtesy of Heather Fink.
So where will you be on Thursday nights in August? At Oliver’s CPR Station (Visitor Information Centre) of course! See you at 6:30 p.m. Bring a chair or blanket, even a picnic, and a $3.00+ donation!
August 26th: Jazz Out West, light jazz and vocal standards
The Sage Valley Voices Community Choir had their audiences singing along at their “Sixties with a Twist” concerts on April 24 and 25, 2010. The choir got into the spirit wearing a variety of costume styles from Kennedy chic to Mod to Hippy.
Left: Tamara and Brad get their groove on performing House of the Rising Sun.
Left: Choir members Carolyn, Linda N., Bernice, and Linda B. take advantage of summery day in April to tie-dye their own T-shirts for the concert.
Left: Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Polka Dot Bikinis. Who are these masked ladies? They’ll never tell.
Cool mod to protest songs to California -dreamy beach songs, to groovy psychedelic … the Sage Valley Voices takes you on a magical mystical tour of the sixties at their upcoming concert: Sixties with a Twist! You can expect the choir to get their groove on wearing tie-dye T-shirts and headbands or mod suits with narrow ties. This group is always sure to entertain.
The South Okanagan Concert Society presents the final two concerts in their 2009-2010 series. All concerts are at the Frank Venables Auditorium, Southern Okanagan Secondary School on 350th Avenue. Tickets are available for $20 at Miss Molly’s on Main Street Oliver BC or at the door.
EZEADI ONUKWULU AND ONE HUMAN RACEFriday, February 5, 2010
Ezeadi’s charismatic presence, versatility and soothing voice have endeared him to audiences. Ezeadi is an innovator, motivator and instigator in the African and World Music scene.
Ezeadi’s music, based on traditional Igbo rhythms, evokes the spirit of highlife and afrobeat with a splash of funk, jazz, blues and reggae. The lyrics are prayers and appeals to universal consciousness and our conscience to make the world a better place for all.
His unique mastery of the pennywhistle, other instruments and vocal styling will take you to beautiful new places.
“This music uses gentle African rhythms and bubbling vocals to deliver peaceful idealism emphatically. It is new kind of African roots based world music cooked and ready to be served to the world from British Columbia.” – The Province
VANCOUVER CHAMBER CHOIR
Friday March 5, 2010
The Vancouver Chamber Choir is Canada’s outstanding professional vocal ensemble. The choir impresses audiences with the depth and range of their repertoire and interpretive skills.
“… When it comes to unearthly beauty and awe-inspiring power, they’re a pretty fine mortal approximation of how celestial singers should sound.” – North Shore News
“Jon Washburn’s Choir remains at the forefront of Canadian vocal ensembles. ….“Canada’s leading professional vocal ensemble.” – Toronto Star
“…the choir’s performance… began with admiration and finally left you in awe.” – Vancouver Sun
The Sage Valley Voices present “Merry Christmas!” Concert Saturday December 12 7:00 p.m. Sunday December 13 2:30 p.m. Oliver United Church Admission: $8.00 Donations to the foodbank welcome Admission includes tea, coffee and goodies after the performance.
The Sage Valley Voices present “Merry Christmas!” Concert Saturday December 12 7:00 p.m. Sunday December 13 2:30 p.m. Oliver United Church Admission: $8.00 Donations to the foodbank welcome Admission includes tea, coffee and goodies after the performance.
The Sage Valley Voices are a fun-loving and welcoming community choir that knows how to entertain! They specialize in contemporary arrangements of seasonal music and 20th century standards and classics.
The choir performs two concerts a year under the directorship of Alice Deroche: a Christmas concert in December, and a spring concert.
Above is a formal picture of the choir in its early days, looking unusually sedate. My how times change! Now the choir rarely stands still long enough for a formal portrait, and is more often found in costume than in uniform!
Members may be all decked out in top hats and satin gowns for a Dickensian Christmas, flouncing in poodle skirts and saddle shoes and lounging in leather jackets for a tribute to hits from the fifties, or wearing cowboy hats, bandanas, and Wranglers for a country hoedown.
Check out these choir members dressed for their “High Flying Forties” concert: high society women, Hollywood glamour queens, Rosie the Riveter, soldiers, WACS, dapper Dans, and all.
Below is the oddest collection of cowboys you will ever see round a campfire. Maybe it’s cowboys and …. mobster guys taking a weekend off at a dude ranch? You never can tell who or what will show up at a Sage Valley Voices concert.
The choral music is often interspersed with readings, jokes, short skits, and special guest appearances.
Audiences are guaranteed to leave with a smile and the warmth of community spirit!
Concert proceeds are put towards a number of community programs, including the local Sunshine Soup Kitchen.
Rehearsals are on Monday evenings through the fall, winter, and spring. No audition is required.
Join us at our next concert!
“A Sentimental Journey”
Music of the 40s and 50s
plus special selections from our
Senior Choral Fest Gala Concert
Saturday May 27:00 p.m. Sunday May 32:30 p.m.Oliver United Church$5.00 at the door
Guest appearance by the Naramata Choir
The South Okanagan Concert Society (SOCS) puts on a series of four concerts per year with a particular focus on classical and world music. They strive for a mix of well-known established performers, and edgy new talent. Performances are generally held at the Frank Venables Auditorium (South Okanagan Secondary School) in Oliver, BC.
Tickets for the upcoming 2009-2010 concert series are already available. Flex passes are a great way to maximize the music! Each set earns you four admissions so you can see each concert as a single, or go to two concerts with a friend, or have a special evening out for four. Early bird flex passes are $45 until the end of April ($55 regular price). Ticket vendor: Miss Molly’s Quilt Shoppe on Oliver’s Main Street. Single concert tickets may be purchased at the door for $20 each.
The 2009-2010 performers are:
DUO AFFINITEFriday, October 30, 2009
Guy Few on trumpet, corno and piano, and Nadina Mackie Jackson on bassoon create an irresistible combination of muscianship and engaging showmanship. Celebrated internationally as soloists, chamber musicians and recitalists, these two incredible musicians blend their ideas and spirits in this new recital concept. Trumpet and bassoon – the starting point – following the lead of Baroque tradition, the inspiration of 20th century composers and the voices of today. But there is so much more. Programming also includes piano, corno da caccia and voice. Join these two renowned musicians for an evening of musical magic.
“Few and Jackson play with polished tone, immaculate intonation, and infectious high spirits; it’s obvious they’re having a blast.”
All Music Guide, 2007
CALVIN DYCK AND THE GOLDEN VIOLINFriday November 27, 2009
Music and theatre are intertwined in the Golden Violin. The engaging script, costumes, backdrops and music draw the audience into the story. Violinist Cal;vin Dyck and pianist Betty Suderman take the audience on a journey, tracing the history of Calvin’s “golden violin”, a beautiful instrument crafted in 1807 by the Dutch violin maker Johannes Cuypers.
“The audience was absolutely enraptured by his flawless interpretation…”
“Dyck and Suderman make a splendid ensemble as extraordinarily skilled musicians and actors.”
“He played with great skill and dexterity … sounding pure, crisp tones with a magnificent bowing technique.” – Daily News, Nanaimo
EZEADI ONUKWULU AND ONE HUMAN RACEFriday, February 5, 2010
Ezeadi’s charismatic presence, versatility and soothing voice have endeared him to audiences. Ezeadi is an innovator, motivator and instigator in the African and World Music scene.
Ezeadi’s music, based on traditional Igbo rhythms, evokes the spirit of highlife and afrobeat with a splash of funk, jazz, blues and reggae. The lyrics are prayers and appeals to universal consciousness and our conscience to make the world a better place for all.
His unique mastery of the pennywhistle, other instruments and vocal styling will take you to beautiful new places.
“This music uses gentle African rhythms and bubbling vocals to deliver peaceful idealism emphatically. It is new kind of African roots based world music cooked and ready to be served to the world from British Columbia.” – The Province
VANCOUVER CHAMBER CHOIRFriday March 5, 2010
The Vancouver Chamber Choir is Canada’s outstanding profressional vocal ensemble. The choir impresses audiences with the depth and range of their repertoire and interpretive skills.
“… When it comes to unearthly beauty and awe-inspiring power, they’re a pretty fine mortal approximation of how celestial singers should sound.” – North Shore News
“Jon Washburn’s Choir remains at the forefront of Canadian vocal ensembles. ….“Canada’s leading professional vocal ensemble.” – Toronto Star
“…the choir’s performance… began with admiration and finally left you in awe.” – Vancouver Sun
The Sage Valley Voices Community Choir presents
EZEADI ONUKWULU AND ONE HUMAN RACE
Friday, February 5, 2010
VANCOUVER CHAMBER CHOIR
The Sage Valley Voices present
Check out these choir members dressed for their “High Flying Forties” concert: high society women, Hollywood glamour queens, Rosie the Riveter, soldiers, WACS, dapper Dans, and all. 
The choral music is often interspersed with readings, jokes, short skits, and special guest appearances.
DUO AFFINITE
Friday, October 30, 2009
CALVIN DYCK AND THE GOLDEN VIOLIN
Friday November 27, 2009
