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Gold Notes for the week of January 15th
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REITZEL NAMED 2011 BOTY!
GNC A Cappella held it's annual Installation of Officers and Awards
Banquet this last Saturday evening with dinner provided by Grilling
Concepts and ceremonies presided over by 2010 Barbershopper of The
Year, Bill Holden. As the past year's recipient of the award, Holden
presented awards consisting of plaques and certificates to members of
the chorus who went beyond just being a member. Extra efforts for the
good of the chapter are applauded and noted during the evening.
David Reitzel was selected by the awards committee, which consists of
previous BOTY winners of the last 10 years, during a dinner meeting a
couple of months ago. In presenting the award following several musical
numbers by the chorus, President Holden stated that David is one of those
guys who just says yes! He has been active on the board of directors
almost since he first joined the chorus and had a big part in putting
together the crew for the Far Western District Convention and Contest
hosted by the Fresno Chapter in October, 2011. Bill also noted that David
received a plaque as well as possession of the BOTY trophy for a year and
a lapel pin to wear proudly. Also the coveted "binder" was passed along
for David to study and guard for the next year.
Also receiving awards were;
Mac McIntosh as Administrator of the Year
Jim Irvine as Unsung Hero
Clint Cole for Workhorse of the Year
Josh Burrow as Rookie of the Year.
Director Adam Kitt recognized Bob Bergstrom, Josh Burrow and Wes
Jackson for their help with his duties and improvement in singing quality.
President Holden selected Bill Golden for his appreciation award for
keeping the minutes of board meetings and many other jobs he has done
over the years.
Holden also presented several other certificates (suitable for framing!)
to those going out of their way to make the barbershop experience
enjoyable for the chorus and the listening public.
Silver & Gold, I & II performed several numbers to the delight of those in
attendance. Richard Nielsen has been singing with the quartet since Jim
Warner was diagnosed with cancer in July. But the other guys spend as
much time as possible with the Warners and Jim still loves to sing, as
noted by his performance Saturday night. A standing ovation following the
foursome's singing of "If You Were The Only Girl in The World" and
"Somewhere Over the Rainbow" showed the support and love of GNC.
Officers for 2012 were installed by Gail "Smitty" Smith. And a very nice
job of it! Short and to the point. Thanks for coming Smitty. We miss you -
you're always welcome on our risers.
Following music by GNC, the BOTY was named and the evening
concluded with everyone standing and singing "Keep The Whole World
Singing". So now we begin another year of successes and growth for the
chorus. Be sure to spread the word and invite men to join us.
You'll note that I've attached the calendar for 2012 so that you might stay
up to date with the happenings of the chorus for the next year.
Next on the event list is the Singing Valentines Program. Grab three
other guys and put together a quartet. Terry Starr heads up this program
again this year and is looking for at least 4 quartets. The music is easy,
the day is a real blast, and the chapter benefits from the proceeds. Don't
know what it's all about? Ask Terry, or any board member (or old timer!)
and I'm sure you'll hear some tales about a very cool day. The flyer is
attached to this missive as well. So print a few and get them out to folks
you know who might enjoy bringing a couple of love songs, a red rose and
a box of chocolate Valentines Candy to their love!
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