Some videos from Chorale Tour

More will be added as they become ready.

Picture of Chorale on Tour

We took this picture today at Carly Dyck's place in Lethbridge. Her parents generously supplied a brunch for the whole choir. Just before we left for Calgary, we took this picture:

Chorale Tour, In Progress!

Greetings from Lethbridge! We've been having a good tour, singing at many places already.

We started in Didsbury, AB on Wednesday, where Richard tried a new recording setup. He thought he should take advantage of the great acoustics in the Bergthal Mennonite Church there. It was a great presentation.

On Thursday, we spent the day and evening at Menno Simons Christian School in Calgary.

Chorale sings in the atrium at Menno Simons Christian School.

There were many kids there.

Menno Simons had just recently finished a production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast, which of course RJC performed in December.  MSCS actually used some of our props and costumes, so it was fun to introduce the characters to each other.

In the evening, we had a combined concert with the Menno Simons Choirs, but first we went out to Montana's for supper.

In Montana's

Not sure if it was actually Luke's birthday, but he got the wear the antlers anyway!

The concert in the evening was an awesome night of music by both schools. The Menno Simnon's kids can sure sing! We even did a couple of pieces together.

At the evening concert at Menno Simons Christian School.

Both choirs sang together to end the concert.

Today we sang at Immanuel Christian School in Lethbridge, AB.  Their choir had just recently returned from their own tour to Manitoba. So in front of the whole school we had a bit of a sing-off.  Their choir was pretty good too. We certainly held our own! After singing at the school, we found a park to hang out in for a while. Beautiful weather we're having here.

This evening we sang at the College Drive Community Church here in Lethbridge. This is Carly Dyck's church, so it was great to sing for her family and friends.  A whole group from Pincher Creek came out to hear us too (and cheer on Clay Buhler who grew up there), and even Judith Schulz had a cheering section. Even though the choir was a bit tired by now, they found the energy to deliver another outstanding performance.

Tomorrow Carly's parents are feeding us brunch before we head back to Calgary and Trinity Mennonite Church for the evening.

We don't get internet access often, so I don't know when I'll be able to post again. Keep us in our prayers that it will continue to be a safe and meaningful trip.

Spring Concert

RJC presented its Spring Concert on May 9th. The program featured pieces by both Concert Choir and Chorale. A highlight of the program were three selections from Oliver, the year end musical.

Heidi Epp and Erik Epp, opened the spring concert. They each shared a highlight from their year.

Chorale performed the opening number.

Clay Buhler performed a solo in the "Storm is Passing Over".

Concert Choir

Dan Gretton as 'Bill Sykes'.

Sarah Nickel as 'Nancy'.

Wade Goerzen as 'Oliver'!

Rosthern Dance Academy Spring Recital

The local dance academy held their Spring Recital last week. Here is a highlight video showing some of the RJC students who have participated this past year.

Chorale Tour Itinerary

On Wednesday, May 12, Chorale leaves for their 6 day tour to Alberta.  If you are close by, please stop by at one of our performances and say "hi!"

CHORALE TOUR ITINERARY

Wed, May 12, 7:30 pm – Bergthal Mennonite Church, Didsbury, AB

Thu, May 13, 11:30 am – Menno Simons Christian School, Calgary, AB

Thu, May 13, 7:30 pm – FUNDRAISING CONCERT with MSCS, Calgary, AB

Fri, May 14, 2:30 pm – Immanuel Christian School, Lethbridge, AB

Fri, May 14, 7:30 pm – College Drive Community Church, Lethbridge, AB

Sat, May 15, 7:30 pm – Trinity Mennonite Church, Calgary, AB

Sun, May 16, 9:00 am – Foothills Mennonite Church, Calgary, AB

Sun May 16, 11:15 am – Foothills Mennonite Church, Calgary, AB

Sun, May 16, 7:30 pm – Crestwood Mennonite Brethren Church, Medicine Hat, AB

Mon, May 17, tba – tba school

Mon, May 17, 7:00 pm – Grace Mennonite Church, Regina, SK

OLIVER! Cast List

Auditions are complete, and the cast for June's production of OLIVER! is listed below.  Overall the auditions were quite strong, and we are looking forward to developing a strong cast and show!  Tickets for OLIVER! will be available for purchase by the general public on May 25.  Check rjc.sk.ca for the latest news and information.

CAST LIST

Oliver Twist – Wade Goerzen
Fagin – Clay Buhler
Artful Dodger – Hannah Jones
Bill Sykes – Dan Gretton
Nancy – Sarah Nickel
Bet – Julia Epp
Mr. Bumble – Hugo Malan
Widow Corney – Danika Epp
Mr. Sowerberry – Luke Derksen
Mrs. Sowerberry – Baily Neufeld
Charlotte Sowerberry – Katie Baschak
Noah Claypole – Dan Dueck
Mrs. Bedwin – Lori Pauls
Dr. Grimwig – Jordan Wiens
Mr. Brownlow – Erik Epp
Charley Bates – Callahan Collier
Old Sally – Allison Schmidt
Old Lady – Bronwyn Warkentin
Rose Seller – Heidi Epp
Milkmaid – Heather Epp
Strawberry Seller – Rachel Klaassen
Knife Grinder/Long Song Seller – Luke Warkentin
Woman 1 – Jocelyn Wiebe
Woman 2 – Katie McLellan
Woman 3 – Laura Civica
Night Watchman – Brayden Holman
Runner 1 – Leon Pomedli
Runner 2 – Steven Tetreault
Man 1 – Jesse Wozniczka
Man 2 – Luke Warkentin
Man 3 – Ryan Epp
Workhouse Assistant 1 – Tiera Goertz
Workhouse Assistant 2 – Katie McLellan

Orphan Chorus
Hillary Fast
Judith Schulz
Kaitlyn Baker
Teresa Friesen
Rachel Klaassen
Jennifer Klaassen
Allison Goerzen
Torrey Falconer
Tori Tremblay
Laura Civica
Lori Pauls

Pickpocket Chorus
Adam Rempel
Judith Schulz
Callahan Collier
Tiera Goertz
Hillary Fast
Luke Warkentin
Leon Pomedli
Erin Boldt
Steven Tetreault
Heidi Epp
Allison Goerzen

Tavern Chorus
Allison Schmidt
Heather Epp
Brooklin Perran
Dan Dueck
Jennifer Klaassen
Jesse Wozniczka
Bronwyn Warkentin
Brayden Holman
Ryan Epp
Katie Baschak
Baily Neufeld
Jordan Wiens

London Chorus
Laura Civica
Heidi Epp
Jocelyn Wiebe
Heather Epp
Erin Boldt
Rachel Klaassen
Brooklin Perran
Luke Warkentin
Leon Pomedli
Steven Tetreault
Katie McLellan
Luke Derksen
Ryan Epp