Harrisburg Men's Chorus
Harrisburg Men's Chorus,
P.O. Box 62201,
Harrisburg, PA 17106
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Newsletter
FROM THE PRESIDENT’S CORNER…
“We Have A Great Season for You!”
By the time you get this letter, rehearsals will already be well underway for the 2009-2010 season of the Harrisburg Men’s Chorus, under the guidance of our Artist Director, David Walker. You will notice a number of exciting changes this year – here are a few of the highlights!
- We welcome our new, permanent Principal Accompanist, Stephen Smith!
- In addition to our traditional winter and spring concerts, we’ll be adding two new concerts, doubling our presentations for you
- All of our main performances will be held in one location – the new Studio on Herr at the Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center
- After several years of absence, you’ll again enjoy a cabaret of seasonal music with our unique “take” on the Christmas holiday
- Several benefit concerts out in the community
- A joint concert next spring with the New Jersey Gay Men’s Chorus
- Participation in Voices United for PrideFest
There is a full schedule included in this newsletter. Please take time to mark down the dates on your own calendar!
HMC is proud to be well into our third decade as the only gay male chorus in Central PA. We have made our mark locally and continue to look for new ways to expand our audience. The current financial crisis, however, is affecting us as an organization just as it is impacting all of our lives personally and professionally. The Chorus relies heavily on the generous sponsorships and donations of our own members and patrons like you for operating expenses. Here are a few opportunities for you to continue to support us for the 2009/10 Season:
- Ticket sales are available in advance for our upcoming concerts either online at tickets@harrisburgmenschorus.org or by calling 236-3809. We hope you’ll take advantage of the available discount by purchasing a full, four concert season subscription for a mere $50!
- Program advertising in January and our spring concert next June that will be run for every concert we do this season and again, take advantage of our season package rates. Corporate, individual, couple and group sponsorships – monetary donations at varying levels, many affording free tickets to the concerts.
- Underwriting specific needs for the chorus – buy us a set of music or a new group of costumes.
- In-kind donations such as printing costs for our tickets or programs or providing refreshments at an after concert reception.
More details about each of these opportunities can be found in the accompanying newsletter. We ask that you take advantage of one, two or more of these options! Your past support of our mission is greatly appreciated. Your support now and in the future will guarantee that we continue to entertain with quality presentations of music and song while offering a supportive, positive presence in and of the GLBTQ community. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, HMC will be happy to provide you with a receipt for tax purposes or a written acknowledgement for in-kind donations.
On behalf of our Artist Director, the Board of Directors and all our singing and non-singing members, THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR SUPPORT – I’ll look to see you soon at an upcoming performance!
Sincerely,
Paul R. Foltz
HMC Board President
2009-2010 Season
2009
Sunday, October 18
Worship Service at Metropolitan Community Church 2973 Jefferson Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110
Sunday, November 15
Worship Services at Unitarian Church of Harrisburg 1280 Clover Lane (off Eisenhower Blvd.) Harrisburg, PA 17111
Sunday, December 6
Christmas Cabaret – Brunch Show (1PM) and Cocktail Hour (6PM) at Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center
1110 North 3rd Street, Harrisburg, PA 17102-2018
2010
Saturday, January 23 @ 8PM and
Sunday, January 24 @ 2PM
“We Are Made For Music” at Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center
Sunday, February 14
Worship Service at Unitarian Church of Harrisburg Downtown
1508 Market Street, Harrisburg 17103-2332
Saturday, April 10 @ 8PM
Joint Concert with the New Jersey Gay Men’s Chorus
Location To Be Announced
Saturday, June 12 @ 8PM and
Sunday, June 13 @ 2PM
“Because It’s June” at Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center
Friday, July 23 @ 8PM
Voices United Concert at Market Square Presbyterian Church
20 South 2nd Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101-2064
For more information on these and other events see our website at www.harrisburgmenschorus.org or contact Paul Foltz, HMC Board President at: 717.232.5501 x32 or designer17110@gmail.com
Harrisburg Men’s Chorus Seeks Sponsors
It is that time of year again. The Harrisburg Men’s Chorus will begin its annual sponsorship fund drive in October 2009. First, we would like to thank our sponsors for the 2008-2009 season: Sam’s Club, Highmark Blue Shield, Members 1st Federal Credit Union, Spacemart Self-Storage, Theatre Harrisburg, Perry Physicians, PC and TDKM, LLC.
In addition to the business/corporate sponsors that we had last year we are looking for individuals to sponsor the chorus. For as little as $50 you can be a friend of the chorus. Of course donations of any size are welcomed.
Additionally this year, individuals can choose to spread their payments over 10 months, using a credit or debit card. For as little as $5.00 a month you can sponsor the Harrisburg Men’s Chorus and help us meet our financial obligations for the year.
The benefit of sponsorship is recognition in chorus programs and complimentary tickets. Major supporters will be recognized as sponsors on our website and in advertising. Please see the scale below for levels of sponsorship.
Our sponsorship goal for this season is $5000 in sponsorships from businesses and corporations and $2000 from individual donors. Complete the enclosed Reply Form and mail to the chorus, or contact any chorus board member about sponsorship. For questions about sponsorships you can call 236-3809 (messages only) or email info@harrisburgmenschorus.org
$5,000+ - Season Underwriter1
20 tickets
$2,500-$4,999 – Concert Underwriter2
12 tickets
$1,000-$2,499 – Major Donor3
8 tickets
$500-$999 – Major Supporter3
6 tickets
$250-$499 – Song Sponsor4
4 tickets
$100-$249 – Best Friend4
2 tickets
$50-$99 – Friend4
1 ticket
1 – Acknowledgement on all print advertising, HMC website and concert programs, plus complimentary tickets as noted
2 – Acknowledgement on all print advertising for the particular concert, HMC website and concert programs, plus complimentary tickets as noted.
3 – Acknowledgment on HMC website and concert programs, plus complimentary tickets as noted.
4 – Acknowledgment on all concert programs, plus complimentary ticket(s) as noted
As a reminder the Men’s Chorus is a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization and all donations are tax-deductible.
Harrisburg Men's Chorus,
P.O. Box 62201,
Harrisburg, PA 17106
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