CPCU @ the Squealin' Pig

Amy & Megan

Gabby, Carole & Kerry

Glenn, Julie & John

Kareen & Cheryl

Jan & Stephanie

Margi, Dianne, Shaun, Pat & Jill

Colleen, Gwen & Emily

Next Rehearsal: Sunday, 7/30, 7-9 p.m.

Dear Choral Union,
We're coming down to the wire with rehearsals wrapping up this Sunday and Thursday. Although we'll definitely use every minute of the remaining four hours of rehearsal to prepare and polish, I firmly believe we'll be ready for a splendid concert on Sunday, August 6!

For our rehearsal this Sunday we will once again focus on "Swimming to the Other Side", "I Will Be Earth", "This Marriage" & "Agnus Dei"-- these are the pieces that need the most work. If you have the opportunity to take a brief look at these four pieces before Sunday, I heartily encourage you to do so!

Upcoming rehearsals:

• Sunday, July 30, 7:00—9:00 p.m. (please note the later time!)
• Thursday, August 3, 7:00—9:00 p.m. "Dress Rehearsal" (please note the later time!)
  

A few announcements:

1. Guests are welcome to attend our "dress rehearsal" next Thursday -- with the implicit understanding that this will be an important WORKING rehearsal for us.
2. We are currently planning a post-concert reception at Christ Church for audience & performers -- more information to come at Sunday's rehearsal.
3. Please try to have your tickets paid/returned THIS Sunday (checks payable to Christ Church United Methodist).
   

This Thursday we will venture back into Cherry Creek North for a pint at the Squealin' Pig (2700 E. 3rd Ave.) -- I talked with the proprietor this morning and was assured that the popular pub would be open and serving food for CPCU on Sunday night. The Squealin' Pig has always been one of Denver's best Irish pub experiences (they've been smoke-free for years, even before the recent ban) -- I hope that many of you will be able to join us after rehearsal this Sunday!

See you this Sunday @ 7:00 p.m.!

The Squealin' Pig is located at 2700 E. 3rd Ave (at Clayton St.) in Cherry Creek North. Click here for a map with directions from Christ Church.

CPCU @ Seven 30 South

Dianne & Shaun

Pat & Colleen

Margi, Jill & Gwen

Packard, Deby & Martha

JD & Taliacyn

Ben & Gabby

Julie & Kareen

Cheryl, Josh & Carole

Glenn & Julie

Dana, Shannon, Catie & Ashley

Amy & John

Christine & Emily

Darrell & Sarah

Preston & Kevin

Next Rehearsal: Thursday, 7/27 @ 7:00 p.m.

Dear Choral Union,
Another great rehearsal last Sunday -- only THREE more rehearsals left. "Exciting" barely describes my experience so far with the Choral Union -- it's a joy to work with such a responsive, diligent group of talented singers!

For our rehearsal this Thursday we will focus on "Swimming to the Other SIde", "I Will Be Earth" & "This Marriage", and we will begin running most of the other repertoire beginning to end. If you are able, I encourage you to begin practicing hard spots on your own -- even just a few minutes of practice can lead to surprising results!

Upcoming rehearsals:

• Thursday, July 27, 7:00—8:30 p.m.
• Sunday, July 30, 7:00—9:00 p.m. (please note the later time!)
• Thursday, August 3, 7:00—9:00 p.m. "Dress Rehearsal" (please note the later time!)
  

Regarding tickets:

1. If you checked out tickets on Sunday, you are responsible to either PAY for the tickets or RETURN them in a timely fashion.
2. If you missed Sunday's rehearsal, don't worry -- there are still many tickets available to check out on Thursday.
3. Please try to have your tickets paid/returned by Sunday, July 30 -- this will give us a much better idea of ticket availability during the week before the concert!
4. Remember... All checks should be payable to Christ Church United Methodist.
   

This Thursday we will continue our tradition of post-rehearsal bonding at Seven 30 South, conveniently located at 730 S. University Blvd. in Denver. Seven 30 South is another personal favorite of mine -- they have the most affordable, delicious menu (and martinis) in all of Denver! I hope some of you will plan to join us wind-down after rehearsal this Thursday at Seven 30 South!

See you this Thursday @ 7:00 p.m.!

Seven 30 South is located at 730 S. University Blvd. in Denver's Bonnie Brae area. Click here for a map with directions from Christ Church.

CPCU @ Gelato d'Italia

Shawn, Kevin & Shawn

Martha, Jess & Kellie

Cheryl & Kareen

Jan

Packard, Deby, Preston & Ashley

Carole

Emily, Nicole, Colleen, Shaun, Gwen & Margi

Josh, Jan & Stephanie

Glenn

John

Next Rehearsal: Sunday, 7/23 @ 7:00 p.m.

Dear Choral Union,
Are you as excited as I am to be half-way through the rehearsal process? We've accomplished SO much valuable learning in only four rehearsals, and I fully expect to hear some dramatic leaps forward on our repertoire during our upcoming meetings together. You should all be proud of the work done so far! Hooray!

For Sunday's rehearsal, we will be reviewing several of the difficult passages from the last rehearsal -- many of which were the MOST difficult in all of our repertoire (thanks for hanging in there!) In addition to the review, we will focus on the following pieces:

1. Swell the Full Chorus
2. Swimming to the Other Side
3. Agnus Dei
4. My Soul Is a River
5. Distant Land
   

The Union had a rollicking good time last night at the Irish Snug (thanks again for the suggestion, Melody!) It makes me so happy to see how many of you are embracing the social-community atmosphere of the Choral Union. This Sunday following rehearsal, we'll be venturing into Cherry Creek North for gelato, espresso, panini, and other Italianate yumminess at Gelato d'Italia Cafe (located at 250 Detroit St. between 2nd & 3rd Ave.) Gelato d'Italia is one of my personal favorite spots in Cherry Creek, especially when I'm craving gelato (Italian ice cream) and coffee! Plus, they're open late (until 11:00 p.m. on Sunday).

See you this Sunday @ 7:00 p.m.!

Gelato d'Italia Cafe is located at 250 Detroit St. in Denver. Click here for a map with directions from Christ Church.

Introducing CPCU Marketplace

On behalf of the CPCU Steering Committee, I'm very pleased to announce the opening of the new CPCU Marketplace (hosted by Cafepress.com). At last night's rehearsal we introduced the official CPCU Logo of the 2006 Debut Summer Season (designed by Janet Darling) printed on a T-shirt. Every Choral Union member (and friends & family) can order their very own T-shirt by visiting the CPCU Marketplace. In addition the T-shirt pictured, the Marketplace also features T-shirts of different styles & colors, golf shirts, long-sleeve shirts, mugs, caps, stickers, and more (all with the new CPCU Logo)!

Show your Choral Union pride by shopping at the CPCU Marketplace, where "clothing should be fun."

Official CPCU Logo

The official CPCU Logo of the 2006 Debut Summer Season.

(designed by Janet Darling)

CPCU @ Starbucks

Julie & Jan

Ben & Carole

Dorthy & Cathy

Martha, Deby & Cyndy

Mark, Stephanie & Jill

Cheryl, Christine, Kareen & Val

Gwen, Josh, Margi & Jill

Dianne & Shaun (a little blurry -- too much caffeine!)

CPCU rehearsal photos

Basses

Sopranos

Our BRILLIANT accompanist, Mark

Tenors

Altos

Another GREAT rehearsal!

Dear Choral Union,
Thank you for another exciting rehearsal last Thursday evening. I am extremely impressed with your work ethic, particularly your collective ability to remain focused and intent throughout a fast-paced 1-1/2 hour rehearsal. Congratulations!

Thanks as well to those who were able to make it out to Goodfriends Restaurant after Thursday's rehearsal. I've posted a few pictures of the lively post-rehearsal proceedings on the CPCU blog (see below).

This Sunday following the rehearsal, I hope you will plan to join the choir in an outing to the Glendale Starbucks (adjacent to the Barnes & Noble on Colorado Blvd.) -- drop by for a Non-Fat Decaf Venti Mocha Valencia (or a less "high maintenance" beverage like "coffee") and fellowship with The Union!

For our third rehearsal this Sunday...

1. If you were absent last Thursday, be sure to pick up the three new pieces (Swell the Full Chorus, Gospel Plow, & Swimming).
2. Make a new nametag to wear during rehearsal -- it really does help us all remember your name!
   

Once again, new members are eligible to join CPCU through this Sunday, 7/16, if they are able to attend at least SIX upcoming rehearsals. If you would like to invite a friend to the next rehearsal, please contact me and I will have a folder ready for them.

See you this Sunday @ 7:00 p.m.!

Starbucks (Glendale) is located at 960 S. Colorado Blvd. (exactly 2 miles south of Christ Church) in Denver. Click here for a map.

CPCU @ Goodfriends

Darrell, Claire, John & Sarah

Cathy, Gabby & Carole

Dana, Kevin, John & Amy

Martha, Jess & Cheryl

Jill, Margi & John

Melody, Emily & Colleen