Happy Mother's Day!  As always, The Chorus of the Genesee will be
putting on its biggest performance of the year the second
Saturday in May.  This year we'll be presenting "My Old Home
Town".  Our guest quartet will be Max Q, four guys with five
quartet gold medals and more than a dozen chorus gold medals
between them.  We're especially proud to have them because the
lead's father was a director of the Chorus of the Genesee.

Annual Show at Theater on the Ridge

    The Chorus of the Genesee and chapter quartets will be
    presenting "My Old Home Town", an original show. Our featured
    guest performers will be Max Q, a quartet whose members sport
    about twenty International Contest gold medals.  There's a
    strong chance they'll be wearing four more after they compete
    this Summer. One of the members, Tony DeRosa, sang with the
    Chorus of the Genesee as a youngster, and we're thrilled to
    have him visit. You don't want to miss it!

      * Saturday, May 8, 2004 at 8:00 p.m. The box office will
        open at 7:15.
      * Theater on the Ridge at 200 Ridge Road West in Rochester,
        New York
      * General admission tickets are $15 ($13 for students and
        seniors).
      * Tickets are available at the door, from any Chorus member
        and at twenty-six Rochester-area Wegmans stores. You can
        also get tickets by calling Bill at 585-342-4705.

Other Events

    Barbershop at the Beach
           August 1, 2004
    Sodus Bay Lighthouse
           August 8, 2004
    Sounds of Summer Concert at Webster Memorial Park
           August 27, 2004

As always, you can find more information on the Chorus, the
Rochester Chapter, our quartets, and Harmony House at
our web site:
     http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

Happy New Year!  At this point, I'm even too late to be wishing
you a Happy Groundhog Day.  I am just in time, though, for
Singing Valentines, which are just two days away!  Once we've
serenaded the town,  we'll be putting together our biggest
performance of the year: our Annual Show.  This year we'll
be presenting "My Old Home Town".  Our guest quartet will be
Max Q.  They've never competed together, but these four guys have
five quartet gold medals and more than a dozen chorus gold
medals between them.   We're especially proud to have them
because the lead's father was a director of the Chorus of
the Genesee.  See you there!

Singing Valentines

    If you're looking for a novel way to celebrate Valentines Day,
    think Singing Valentine! For the incredibly low price of $40,
    we'll send a quartet to sing two love songs to your
    sweetheart. They'll also deliver a rose and a card with your
    personalized message. Order early to ensure availability!

      * Thursday, February 12 through Saturday, February 14, 2004
      * Call the Singing Valentine Hotline at 585-265-9540 for
        more information.


Other Events

    April 2 and 3, 2004
        Seneca Land District Spring Contest

    Saturday, May 8, 2004:
           Annual Show at Theater on the Ridge

As always, you can find more information on the Chorus, the
Rochester Chapter, our quartets, and Harmony House at
our web site:
     http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

It's hard to believe that the holiday season is already upon us.
As usual, the Chorus of the Genesee will be performing holiday
favorites several times in the coming weeks.  At all of these
performances, you're invited to stand alongside us and sing!
Experience the joy of singing in the Chorus first-hand.

Caroling at Eastview Mall

    The Chorus of the Genesee will be presenting an array of
    seasonal favorites at Eastview Mall in Victor, New York. For
    those who want to do more than listen, we'll have extra copies
    of the music on hand so you can join us on the risers and sing
    along!

      * Tuesday, December 2, 2003 at 7:00 p.m.
      * Bon-Ton Court of Eastview Mall in Victor, New York

Webster White Christmas

    Every year, merchants on Main Street in the Village of Webster
    host White Christmas, a celebration of the season. The Chorus
    of the Genesee will be performing in Harmony House, and some
    of our quartets will be singing up and down Main Street. Stop
    in for some coffee, hot chocolate, and cookies while we sing!

      * Thursday, December 4, 2003 at Harmony House from 7:00
        p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
      * Harmony House, 58 East Main Street in Webster, New York

Caroling at Wegmans

    The Chorus of the Genesee will be performing its holiday
    repertoire at the Wegmans in Pittsford Village. Look for us in
    the dining area on the second floor. For those who want to do
    more than listen, we'll have extra copies of the music on hand
    so you can join us and sing along!

      * Tuesday, December 9, 2003 at 6:30 p.m.
      * Wegmans, Pittsford Village on Rt. 31 in Pittsford, New York

Caroling around the Village of Webster

    Every year, the Chorus sets out from Harmony House and braves
    inclement weather to bring musical cheer to the Village of
    Webster.  When we return to Harmony House, hot soup awaits to
    warm us up again.  We'll have extra music for anyone that
    wants to join us and sing along. Dress for the cold, and bring
    a flashlight!

      * Tuesday, December 23, 2003 at 7:00 p.m.
      * Harmony House, 58 East Main Street in Webster, New York

Other Events

    Singing Valentines
           February 12, 13, and 14, 2004

    Annual Show at Theater on the Ridge
           May 8, 2004

As always, you can find more information on the Chorus, the
Rochester Chapter, our quartets, and Harmony House at
our web site:
     http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

Ah, Summer!  We had a great time at the International Contest in
Montreal.  Now, we're ready to do some singing for our friends
and fans in Western New York.  How can you beat two free
performances in two weeks?  We hope to see you there!

Barbershop at the Beach

    Barbershop at the Beach is an all-day concert right on Lake
    Ontario.  The gazebo at Charlotte Beach will host choruses and
    quartets from SPEBSQSA, Sweet Adelines, and Harmony Inc. Bring
    some chairs and a blanket, and you can make a picnic out of
    it!

      * Sunday, August 3, 2003 from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (The
        Chorus will perform near the end, but chapter quartets
        will be performing throughout the day)
      * Ontario Park/Charlotte Beach at the North end of Lake
        Avenue.
      * The concert is free, although donations to offset costs
        are welcome.

Sodus Bay Lighthouse

    The Chorus of the Genesee has been invited to return to the
    Sodus Bay Lighthouse for a free, Sunday performance. The lawn
    has ample room for chairs and blankets. We'll also be
    featuring several chapter quartets.  If you missed the show in
    May, you don't want to miss this!

      * Sunday, August 10, 2003 at 2:00 p.m.
      * The Lighthouse is located at 7606 North Ontario St / Sodus
        Point NY 14555.

As always, you can find more information on the Chorus, the
Rochester Chapter, our quartets, and Harmony House at
our web site:
     http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

Tonight's the night!  Enjoy the show.

Annual Show at Theater on the Ridge

    This will be the last performance at Theater on the Ridge for
    long-time favorites, Cornerstone. We're sorry to see them go,
    but we're happy to have them one more time for your
    enjoyment. The concert will also feature an appearance by
    Harmony Inc. champions For Heaven's Sake. There's a family
    connection here: three members of For Heaven's Sake are
    related to Cornerstone's bass!

      * Saturday, May 10, 2003 at 8:00 p.m. The box office will
        open at 6:30, the doors will open at 7:00.
      * Theater on the Ridge at 200 Ridge Road West in Rochester,
        New York
      * General admission tickets are $15 ($13 for students and
        seniors).
      * Tickets are available from any Chorus member and at
        twenty-six Rochester-area Wegmans stores.

Other Events

    Saturday, July 5, 2003:
           International Chorus Contest in Montreal

    Sunday, August 3, 2003:
           Barbershop at the Beach

    Sunday, August 10, 2003:
           Sodus Bay Lighthouse

As always, you can find more information on the Chorus, the
Rochester Chapter, our quartets, and Harmony House at
our web site:
     http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

Spring is still struggling to Spring in Rochester, but the
weather never hinders the Chorus of the Genesee!  In spite of the
ice storm landing right on top of the District Convention a few
weeks ago, the Chorus of the Genesee emerged as the new District
Chorus Champions.  We don't have time to rest on our laurels,
though, as our Annual Show is just around the corner.  We hope to
see you there!

Annual Show at Theater on the Ridge

    This will be the last performance at Theater on the Ridge for
    long-time favorites Cornerstone.  We're sorry to see them go,
    but we're happy to have them one more time for your
    enjoyment.  The concert will also feature an appearance by
    Harmony Inc. champions For Heaven's Sake.  There's a family
    connection here: three members of For Heaven's Sake are
    related to Cornerstone's bass!

      * Saturday, May 10, 2003 at 8:00 p.m.  The box office will
        open at 7:15.
      * Theater on the Ridge at 200 Ridge Road West in Rochester,
        New York
      * General admission tickets are $15 ($13 for students and
        seniors).
      * Tickets are available from any Chorus member and at
        twenty-six Rochester-area Wegmans stores.  You can also get
        tickets by calling Bill at 585-342-4705.
      * Have a question about the show?  Ask!
        tickets@...

Other Events

    Saturday, July 5, 2003:
           International Chorus Contest in Montreal

    Sunday, August 3, 2003:
           Barbershop at the Beach

    Sunday, August 10, 2003:
           Sodus Bay Lighthouse

As always, you can find more information on the Chorus, the
Rochester Chapter, our quartets, and Harmony House at
our web site:
     http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

Happy New Year!  At this point, I'm even too late to be wishing
you a Happy Groundhog Day.  I am just in time, though, for
Singing Valentines, which are less than two weeks away!  Spring
Contest is less than two months away, and then it'll be time for
our Annual Show.  This will be Cornerstone's final Rochester
performance, so you don't want to miss it.  We're also thrilled
to announce that the other headline quartet is For Heaven's
Sake, gold medal winners from Harmony, Inc.  We hope to see you
there!

Singing Valentines

    If you're looking for a novel way to celebrate Valentines Day,
    think Singing Valentine! For the incredibly low price of $40,
    we'll send a quartet to sing two love songs to your
    sweetheart. They'll also deliver a rose and a card with your
    personalized message. Order early to ensure availability!

      * Wednesday, February 12 through Friday, February 14, 2003
      * Call the Singing Valentine Hotline at 585-265-9540 for
        more information.

Spring Convention

    Every Spring, the barbershoppers of Western New York and
    Northwest Pennsylvania gather for the Seneca Land District
    Spring Convention.  The Chorus of the Genesee will be
    competing for the title of District Chorus Champion. Several
    chapter quartets will be competing for the right to repesent
    the District at the International Contest in Montreal this
    Summer.

      * April 4 and 5, 2003 at the Canandaigua Academy,
        Canandaigua, New York

Other Events

    Saturday, May 10, 2003:
           Annual Show at Theater on the Ridge

    Saturday, July 5, 2003:
           International Chorus Contest in Montreal

As always, you can find more information on the Chorus, the
Rochester Chapter, our quartets, and Harmony House at
our web site:
     http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

There's been quite a change in the weather since the last
COG-Fans mailing.  Fortunately, the Chorus of the Genesee is
ready to entertain you with seasonal songs!

Webster White Christmas

    Every year, merchants on Main Street in the Village of Webster
    host White Christmas, a celebration of the season. The Chorus
    of the Genesee will be performing in Harmony House, and some
    of our quartets will be singing up and down Main Street. Stop
    in for some coffee, hot chocolate, and cookies while we sing!

      * Thursday, December 5, 2002 at Harmony House from 7:00
        p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
      * Harmony House, 58 East Main Street in Webster, New York

Caroling at Eastview Mall

    The Chorus of the Genesee will be presenting an array of
    seasonal favorites at Eastview Mall in Victor, New York. For
    those who want to do more than listen, we'll have extra copies
    of the music on hand so you can join us on the risers and sing
    along!

      * Thursday, November 12, 2002 at 7:00 p.m.
      * Bon-Ton Court of Eastview Mall in Victor, New York

Other Events

    February 12-14, 2003:
           Singing Valentines!

    Saturday, May 10, 2003:
           Annual Show at Theater on the Ridge

    Saturday, July 5, 2003:
           International Chorus Contest in Montreal

As always, you can find more information on the Chorus, the
Rochester Chapter, our quartets, and Harmony House at
our web site:
     http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

It's time once again to sing at the Sodus Bay Lighthouse.  This
marks the third consecutive year the Chorus has performed in
Sodus, but this will be the first time with Cornerstone.  See you
there!

Sodus Bay Lighthouse

    The Chorus of the Genesee has been invited to return to the
    Sodus Bay Lighthouse for a free, Sunday performance. The lawn
    has ample room for chairs and blankets. We'll also be
    featuring chapter quartets Fever Pitch, Notably Yours, and
    perennial favorites Cornerstone. If you missed the show in
    May, you don't want to miss this!

      * Sunday, August 11, 2002 at 2:00 p.m.
      * The Lighthouse is located at 7606 North Ontario St /
        Sodus Point NY 14555.

Harmony Open House

    Tuesday, August 13th, we'll throw open the doors of Harmony
    House to give you an inside look at the Chorus of the
    Genesee. You'll get a tour of our historical building and an
    opportunity to see what we're all about. You'll even get a
    sneak preview of our newest song, set to debut at the contest
    in September.

      * Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at 7:00 p.m.
      * Harmony House, 58 East Main Street in the Village of
        Webster.

Other Events

    Saturday, September 28, 2002:
           Seneca Land District Fall Contest

As always, you can find more information on the Chorus, the
Rochester Chapter, our quartets, and Harmony House at
our web site:
     http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

Whew!  The Chorus of the Genesee is back from Portland, and our
Summer is just getting started.  We'd like to thank all of you
who came to our show in May.  We hope you had as much fun as we
did!

I apologize for the deviation from the usual format, but I wanted
to make sure everyone heard about this event!  Barbershop at the
Beach is this Sunday afternoon from 1:00 to 8:00.  It's a
collection of choruses and quartets from the three major
barbershop organizations: SPEBSQSA, Sweet Adelines and Harmony,
Inc.  This year, we'll even have For Heaven's Sake, a gold-medal
quartet from Watertown.

The Chorus of the Genesee will be singing shortly after 7:00,
but several chapter quartets, including Pier Four, Reunion,
Cornerstone, and Fever Pitch will also be singing throughout the
day.

The location is Charlotte Beach, which is on Lake Ontario just
west of where the Genesee empties into the lake.  It's at the
north end of Lake Avenue.  I've been assured that there's parking
at the beach in spite of the construction.

Other Events:

    Sunday, August 11, 2002:
           Sodus Bay Lighthouse

    Sunday, August 13, 2002:
           Guest Night at Harmony House

As always, more information on the Chorus is available at our web
site:
     http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

Assuming you read this Saturday, May 11, 2002, tonight's the
night!  The Chorus of the Genesee has been working hard to bring
you the best in barbershop entertainment.  We're looking forward
to seeing you at the Theater on the Ridge.  Tickets are still
available at the door, and this is a show you won't want to miss.

After the show, we won't be slowing down, as the International
Contest is less than two months away.  We'll be going all the way
to Portland, Oregon to compete against twenty top choruses from
North America and Europe.  After that, we'll be doing several
outdoor performances, including the annual Barbershop at the
Beach.  We'll be singing the national anthem at a Red Wings game
once again.  We've also been invited back for a third performance
at the Sodus Bay Lighthouse.  We hope to see you soon!

Annual Show 2002: There Ought to be Music in Everyone's Home

    Each May, the Chorus of the Genesee pulls out all of the stops
    for a show in the Theater on the Ridge. All of the chapter's
    quartets and a special guest quartet gather to put on our
    biggest performance of the year. This year's guest quartet is
    Metropolis, and the day of the show will be the fourth
    anniversary of their crowning as National A Cappella
    Champions! They have also appeared on Diagnosis: Murder,
    singing with none other than Dick Van Dyke.

      * Saturday, May 11, 2002 at 8:00 p.m. The box office will
        open at 7:15.
      * Theater on the Ridge at 200 Ridge Road West in Rochester,
        New York
      * General admission tickets are $15 ($13 for students and
        seniors).

Guest Night

    Guests are always welcome at all of our rehearsals, but a few
    times a year we set aside a night to really give guests a
    chance to meet the Chapter and the Chorus. You'll learn a
    little bit of history, both of barbershopping in general and
    of the Chorus. You'll hear a short program of both the Chorus
    and a quartet, and you'll have a chance to do some singing
    yourself. There will also be tours of Harmony House, our
    historic building. Everyone is invited, so bring the family!

      * Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at 7:00 p.m.
      * Harmony House, 58 East Main Street in Webster, New York
      * Questions? Contact <membership@...>.

Other Events

    Saturday, July 6, 2002:
           International Chorus Contest in Portland, Oregon

    Thursday, July 18, 2002:
           Rochester Red Wings Baseball Game

    Sunday, July 21, 2002:
           Barbershop at the Beach

    Sunday, August 11, 2002:
           Sodus Bay Lighthouse

As always, more information on the Chorus is available at our web
site:
     http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

A few weeks ago, the Seneca Land District convened on the Roberts
Wesleyan campus to crown a new District Champion Chorus.  The
Chorus of the Genesee won the title in 2001, so we were passing
on the trophy to the new champions.  Congratulations to Batavia's
Holland Land Harmonizers.  Great job, guys!

The Annual Show is just two weeks away.  We've stepped up the
rehearsal schedule to make this the best show yet.  In addition
to our guest quartet Metropolis, we'll also have the Spencerport
Swing Choir on hand to sing a few.  You won't want to miss it!

Annual Show 2002: There Ought to be Music in Everyone's Home

    Each May, the Chorus of the Genesee pulls out all of the stops
    for a show in the Theater on the Ridge.  All of the chapter's
    quartets and a special guest quartet gather to put on our
    biggest performance of the year.  This year's guest quartet is
    Metropolis, and the day of the show will be the fourth
    anniversary of their crowning as National A Cappella
    Champions!  They have also appeared on Diagnosis: Murder,
    singing with none other than Dick Van Dyke.

      * Saturday, May 11, 2002 at 8:00 p.m.
      * Theater on the Ridge at 200 Ridge Road West in Rochester,
        New York
      * General admission tickets are $15 ($13 for students and
        seniors).  E-mail <tickets@...> for
        more information.

Guest Night

    Guests are always welcome at all of our rehearsals, but a few
    times a year we set aside a night to really give guests a
    chance to meet the Chapter and the Chorus.  You'll learn a
    little bit of history, both of barbershopping in general and
    of the Chorus.  You'll hear a short program of both the Chorus
    and a quartet, and you'll have a chance to do some singing
    yourself.  There will also be tours of Harmony House, our
    historic building.  Everyone is invited, so bring the family!

      * Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at 7:00 p.m.
      * Harmony House, 58 East Main Street in Webster, New York

Other Events

    Saturday, July 6, 2002:
           International Chorus Contest in Portland, Oregon

    Sunday, July 21, 2002:
           Barbershop on the Beach

    Sunday, August 11, 2002:
           Sodus Bay Lighthouse

As always, more information on the Chorus is available at our web
site:
     http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

Spring Contest is just a few days away, and all of Seneca Land
will gather at Roberts Wesleyan College to crown a new District
Chorus Champion.  The Chorus of the Genesee won last year, so
we're not eligible to compete, but we will be "singing away the
trophy".

The Annual Show is also close by.  The Chorus has been working
hard on new songs and new choreography to make this the biggest
performance of the year.  If you've never seen the Chorus at
Theater on the Ridge, you're missing out!

Seneca Land District Spring Convention

    The Chorus of the Genesee will be performing their last songs
    as Seneca Land District 2001 Chorus Champions this
    weekend. Twenty-four quartets will compete for a chance to
    sing in the International Quartet Contest this Summer in
    Portland, Oregon. Seventeen choruses will vie for the title fo
    Seneca Land District 2002 Chorus Champions.  The Chorus of the
    Genesee will only be singing two songs Saturday night, but the
    whole weekend is a great opportunity to experience the
    barbershop form at its most pure. Two quartets from the
    Rochester Chapter, Reunion and Fever Pitch, will be competing.

      * April 5-7, 2002 at Roberts Wesleyan College
           + Quartet Semifinals: Friday at 7:00 p.m.
           + Chorus Contest: Saturday at 11:30 a.m.
           + Quartet Finals: Saturday at 7:00 p.m.
      * A limited number of tickets to the individual events are
        available at $10 each. Call Duke Brooks at 585-266-9077 to
        make a reservation.
      * The Chorus of the Genesee will be performing as part of
        the closing ceremonies Saturday night.

Annual Show 2002: There Ought to be Music in Everyone's Home

    Each May, the Chorus of the Genesee pulls out all of the stops
    for a show in the Theater on the Ridge. All of the chapter's
    quartets and a special guest quartet gather to put on our
    biggest performance of the year. This year's special guest
    quartet is Metropolis, and the day of the show will be the
    fourth anniversary of their crowning as National A Cappella
    Champions! They have also appeared on Diagnosis: Murder,
    singing with none other than Dick Van Dyke.

      * Saturday, May 11, 2002 at 8:00 p.m.
      * Theater on the Ridge at 200 Ridge Road West in Rochester,
        New York
      * General admission tickets are $15 ($13 for students and
        seniors).  E-mail <tickets@...> for
        more information.
      * Want to advertise in the program? Space is still
        available. E-mail <adsales@...> for
        more information.

Other Events

    Saturday, July 6, 2002:
           International Chorus Contest in Portland, Oregon

    Sunday, July 21, 2002:
           Barbershop on the Beach

    Sunday, August 11, 2002:
           Sodus Bay Lighthouse

As always, more information on the Chorus is available at our web
site:
     http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

I apologize for the short notice, but hopefully you can still
join us for the Webster Community Arts Day this weekend.  A
little further down the road, the Chorus of the Genesee will be
singing away our trophy and finishing our run as Seneca Land
District Chorus Champions.  That will be part of the Seneca Land
Spring Contest and Convention, this time at Roberts Wesleyan
College.  More details soon!

Preparations for our Annual Show in May are stepping into high
gear.  We're working on new songs and new choreography that
you're sure to enjoy.  Mark your calendar now!

Webster Community Arts Day

    Musical groups from Webster will be featured in a six-hour
    program at the Webster Schroeder High School. Admission is
    free, but proceeds from related sales will help the cultural
    arts programs in all of the Webster schools.

      * Saturday, March 23, 2002 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (The
        Chorus will perform at 1:30)
      * Webster Schroeder High School: 875 Ridge Road in Webster,
        New York

Annual Show 2002: There Ought to be Music in Everyone's Home

    Each May, the Chorus of the Genesee pulls out all of the stops
    for a show in the Theater on the Ridge. All of the chapter's
    quartets and a special guest quartet gather to put on our
    biggest performance of the year. This year's special guest
    quartet is Metropolis, and the day of the show will be the
    fourth anniversary of their crowning as National A Cappella
    Champions! You may have also seen them on Diagnosis: Murder
    singing with none other than Dick Van Dyke.

      * Saturday, May 11, 2002 at 8:00 p.m.
      * Theater on the Ridge at 200 Ridge Road West in Rochester,
        New York
      * General admission tickets are $15 ($13 for students and
        seniors).  E-mail <tickets@...> for
        more information.
      * Want to advertise in the program? Space is still
        available. E-mail <adsales@...> for
        more information.

Other Events

    Saturday, April 6, 2002:
           Seneca Land District Spring Convention

    Saturday, July 6, 2002:
           International Chorus Contest in Portland, Oregon

    Sunday, July 21, 2002:
           Barbershop on the Beach

    Sunday, August 11, 2002:
           Sodus Bay Lighthouse

As always, more information on the Chorus is available at our web
site:
     http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

Ah, February.  The Chorus of the Genesee is getting ready to
serenade lucky people all over Rochester.  Yes, it's time once
again for Singing Valentines.  This is one way to say "I love
you" that won't soon be forgotten.

Preparations for our Annual Show at the Theater on the Ridge are
already underway.  This year's special guests are Metropolis,
Harmony Sweepstakes National Champions.  Metropolis has even sung
on "Diagnosis Murder" with Dick Van Dyke!  Mark your calendars
for May 11.

Singing Valentines

    Every year, the Chorus splits apart into quartets who travel
    all over Rochester delivering love songs in celebration of
    Valentines Day.  If you'd like us to sing to your special
    someone, give us a call!  For only $40, a quartet will deliver
    a rose, a card, and two love songs.  Availability is limited,
    so order early!

      * Valentines are available February 12th, 13th, and 14th.
      * Call Ed Rummler at 585-385-2698 to make arrangements.

Other Events

    Saturday, April 6, 2002:
           Seneca Land District Spring Convention

    Saturday, May 11, 2002:
           Annual Show 2002

    Saturday, July 6, 2002:
           International Chorus Contest in Portland, Oregon

    Sunday, July 21, 2002:
           Barbershop on the Beach

    Sunday, August 11, 2002:
           Sodus Bay Lighthouse

As always, more information on the Chorus is available at our web
site:
	 http://www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org/

Have a nice day!

Let me begin by thanking all of you that came out to see us at
Eastview Mall.  We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did!  We'll
be singing our Christmas repertoire again on December 6th in
Webster.

An eagle-eyed reader alerted me to a typo in the most recent
COG-Fans mailing.  The 2002 Annual Show at Theater on the Ridge
will take place Saturday, May 11, 2002.  Thanks, Charlene!

Webster White Christmas

    Every year, merchants on Main Street in the Village of Webster
    host White Christmas, a celebration of the season. The Chorus
    of the Genesee will be performing in Harmony House, and some
    of our quartets will be singing up and down Main Street. Stop
    in for some coffee, hot chocolate, and cookies while we sing!

      * Thursday, December 6, 2001 at Harmony House from 7:00
        p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
      * Harmony House, 58 East Main Street in Webster, New York

Other Events

    Saturday, January 26, 2002:
           Benefit Concert for the Monroe County West Chapter

    Thursday, February 14, 2002:
           Singing Valentines

    Saturday, April 6, 2002:
           Seneca Land District Spring Convention

    Saturday, May 11, 2002:
           Annual Show 2002

    Saturday, July 6, 2002:
           International Chorus Contest in Portland, Oregon

Please note that the Chorus of the Genesee will not hold its
usual Tuesday rehearsals on December 25th or January 1st.
Although guests are always welcome at our rehearsals, we will be
having a special recruiting night in January. More details to
follow.

Have a nice day!

Happy Thanksgiving from the Chorus of the Genesee!  I'm sorry to
have been out of touch for so long.  As I mentioned in July, we'd
been having technical difficulties with the web site, which kept
me from updating the event listing as often as needed.  The
problems have been solved and the site is available at a new,
easier address:

	 www.ChorusoftheGenesee.org

Since I last wrote, the Chorus competed in the district qualifier
for the 2002 International Chorus Contest.  We're proud to
announce that we've won, and we're going to Portland, Oregon!
It's not too late to join the Chorus and be with us on stage next
July.  Email info@... for more information.

Caroling at Eastview Mall

    The Chorus of the Genesee will be presenting an array of
    seasonal favorites at Eastview Mall in Victor, New York. For
    those who want to do more than listen, we'll have extra copies
    of the music on hand so you can join us on the risers and sing
    along!

      * Tuesday, November 27, 2001 at 7:00 p.m.
      * Bon-Ton Court of Eastview Mall in Victor, New York

Webster White Christmas

    Every year, merchants on Main Street in the Village of Webster
    host White Christmas, a celebration of the season. The Chorus
    of the Genesee will be performing in Harmony House, and some
    of our quartets will be singing up and down Main Street. Stop
    in for some coffee, hot chocolate, and cookies while we sing!

      * Thursday, December 6, 2001 at Harmony House from 7:00
        p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
      * Harmony House, 58 East Main Street in Webster, New York

Other Events

    Saturday, January 26, 2002:
           Benefit Concert for the Monroe County West Chapter

    Thursday, February 14, 2002:
           Singing Valentines

    Saturday, April 6, 2002:
           Seneca Land District Spring Convention

    Saturday, May 12, 2002:
           Annual Show 2002

    Saturday, July 6, 2002:
           International Chorus Contest in Portland, Oregon


Please note that the Chorus of the Genesee will not hold its
usual Tuesday rehearsals on November 27th, December 25th, or
January 1st.  Although guests are always welcome at our
rehearsals, we will be having a special recruiting night in
January.  More details to follow.

Have a nice day!

The Summer is really heating up, now!  The Chorus of the Genesee
is back from Nashville and ready to sing.  Barbershop on the
Beach is just a few days away, and the Sodus and Chautauqua
perfromances aren't far behind.  Hope to see you there!

Barbershop on the Beach

    Charlotte Beach will once again host Barbershop at the Beach,
    a free, all-day concert. Male and female choruses and quartets
    from all over New York will be there. Seating is available on
    benches, or bring your own blankets and lawn chairs. You can
    even make a picnic of it! This year's performers include four
    Rochester choruses and For Heaven's Sake, 1996 Harmony Queens.

      * Sunday, July 22, 2001 starting at 1:00 p.m. The Chorus of
        the Genesee will start at approximately 6:30. Chapter
        quartets Pier 4, Notably Yours, Snickers, and Fever Pitch
        will perform earlier in the day with the earliest of those
        being at 4:00.
      * Groups will be singing from the gazebo at Charlotte Beach
        on Lake Ontario. Take I-390 north to Lake Ontario Parkway
        east. At the end of the parkway, turn left.

Sodus Bay Lighthouse

    The Chorus of the Genesee has been invited to return to the
    Sodus Bay Lighthouse for a free, Sunday performance. The lawn
    has ample room for chairs and blankets.

      * Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 3:00 p.m.
      * The Lighthouse is located at 7606 North Ontario St / Sodus
        Point NY 14555.

Chautauqua Barbershop Harmony Parade

    Every year, the Chautauqua Institution hosts a barbershop
    concert in the Amphitheater. The concert features some of the
    best choruses and quartets from Western New York and Northern
    Pennsylvania.

      * Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 2:30 p.m.
      * Admission to the Institution grounds is free on Sundays,
        but parking is $4 per car.

Normally at this point in the message, I invite you to get more
information on our web site.  The Genesee Gateway, the volunteer
service that hosts our web site, has been experiencing technical
difficulties which prevent me from updating the Chorus's web
site.  I would like to update the site with the information
above, but will not be able to do so until GGW is back on its
feet.  Thank you for your understanding!

Happy Independance Day from the Chorus of the Genesee!  I'd like
to start by thanking everyone who came to our Annual Show in May.
I hope you enjoyed it as much as we did!  We're already in the
planning stages for our 2002 show.  We'll be hosting the 1998
International Championship Quartet: Revival.

In the meantime, the Chorus is travelling to Nashville, Tennessee
to compete in the International Chorus Contest on Saturday.  If
you have the Windows Media player installed, you might even catch
the contest online!  Visit
http://www.spebsqsa.org/2001/webcast.htm for details.

When we get back, we're in for a busy Summer with performances in
Charlotte, Sodus, and Chautauqua.  I'm sure of the dates, but I
don't have exact details for all of these performances.  I'll
send out updates as I get new information.

Please note that the Chorus will not be rehearsing at Harmony
House Tuesday, July 3rd or Tuesday, July 17th.  If you would like
to visit the Chorus in July, please try us on the 10th, 24th, or
31st.


Barbershop on the Beach

    Charlotte Beach will once again host Barbershop at the Beach,
    a free, all-day concert. Male and female choruses and quartets
    from all over New York will be there. Seating is available on
    benches, or bring your own blankets and lawn chairs. You can
    even make a picnic of it!

      * Sunday, July 22, 2001 starting at 1:00 p.m. The Chorus of
        the Genesee will start sometime after 7:00 p.m.
      * Groups will be singing from the gazebo at Charlotte Beach
        on Lake Ontario. Take I-390 north to Lake Ontario Parkway
        east. At the end of the parkway, turn left.

Sodus Bay Lighthouse

    The Chorus of the Genesee has been invited to return to the
    Sodus Bay Lighthouse for a free, Sunday performance. The lawn
    has ample room for chairs and blankets.

      * Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 3:00 p.m.
      * The Lighthouse is located at 7606 North Ontario St / Sodus
        Point NY 14555.

Chautauqua Barbershop Harmony Parade

    Every year, the Chautauqua Institution hosts a barbershop
    concert in the Amphitheater. The concert features some of the
    best choruses and quartets from Western New York and Northern
    Pennsylvania.

      * Sunday, August 19, 2001 at 2:30 p.m.
      * Admission to the Institution grounds is free on Sundays,
        but parking is $4 per car.

Normally at this point in the message, I invite you to get more
information on our web site.  The Genesee Gateway, the volunteer
service that hosts our web site, has been experiencing technical
difficulties which prevent me from updating the Chorus's web
site.  I would like to update the site with the information
below, but will not be able to do so until GGW is back on its
feet.  Thank you for your understanding!

Hello!  I'm very sorry that it has been so long since the last
update.  Unfortunately, I missed an event in there: the Seneca
Land District Spring Convention.  I apologize to anyone who was
unable to attend because I wasn't on the ball.  On the bright
side, the Chorus won the title of 2001 District Champions.

We're gearing up for our Annual Show, and this year's promises to
be great.  After that, we'll be working on our contest package to
get it in top shape for the International Convention in July,
this year held in Nashville, Tennessee.

Annual Show: What's in a Name?

    The Chorus of the Genesee pulls out all the stops for its
    biggest performance of the year. We're proud to have nine
    chapter quartets on the program this year. This year's
    featured guest quartet is Freestyle, a District Champion
    quartet from California. They were semi-finalists in the last
    international competition, and they're among the funniest
    quartets you'll ever hear. They recently performed in
    Jamestown, and the audience wouldn't let them leave the stage!

      * Saturday, May 12, 2001 at 8:00p.m.
      * Theater on the Ridge in Rochester, New York
      * Tickets are $15 for adults, $13 for students and
        seniors. Group rates are available.
      * For tickets or information, contact Bill McCormick at
        716-342-4705.

Other Events

    Saturday, May 19, 2001:
           Private Reception

    Saturday, July 7, 2001:

           International Chorus Competition in Nashville,
           Tennessee

As always, more information on the Chorus is available at our web
site:
	 http://www.ggw.org/cog/

Have a nice day!

Happy New Year from the Chorus of the Genesee!  The big news
right now is Singing Valentines, an exciting way to tell a loved
one how much you care.  We'll be competing in March for the
District Chorus Championship.  After that, it's time for our
annual show, this year entitled "What's in a Name?"

Singing Valentines

    The quartets of the Chorus of the Genesee travel all over
    Rochester each February to sing love songs. Surprise your
    sweetheart with a memorable performance just for him or
    her. If you would like us to deliver two songs, a rose, and a
    card to your loved one, please contact Ed Rummler at
    716-385-2698.

      * Quartets will be available February 11th through the
        14th. Please make your reservation early.
      * The quartet will sing two love songs and present a rose
        and card with your message inside.
      * Contact for questions and ordering: Ed Rummler at
        716-385-2698.

Other Events

    Saturday, March 31, 2001:
           Seneca Land District Spring Contest

    Saturday, May 12, 2001:
           2001 Annual Show

    Saturday, July 7, 2001:
           International Chorus Competition in Nashville,
           Tennessee

As always, more information on the Chorus is available at our web
site:
	 http://www.ggw.org/cog/

Have a nice day!

I'd say "Happy Thanksgiving", but I missed it by a few days.  The
Chorus of the Genesee's busy holiday schedule is about to get
underway!  We're starting with Marketplace Mall, then moving on
to The Gift, Webster White Christmas, and caroling in the Village
of Webster.  After the New Year, we'll be gearing up for Singing
Valentines, an unforgettable way to tell someone how much you
care.  As usual, I'll keep you posted as details become
available.

Caroling at Marketplace Mall

    The Chorus and chapter quartets will be on hand to provide
    some musical cheer with Christmas favorites.

      * Monday, November 27, 2000 at 7:30 p.m.
      * Bon-Ton Court in Marketplace Mall, Henrietta

"The Gift" with Image City Sound

    The Chorus of the Genesee and Image City Sound will once again
    present a holiday concert entitled "The Gift". Families and
    children of all ages are welcome.

      * Sunday, December 3, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
      * Harmony House, Webster
      * Tickets are $5. Children under fourteen accompanied by an
        adult are free.

Webster White Christmas

    The Village of Webster celebrates the holiday season every
    year with their White Christmas. Chapter quartets will be
    singing throughout the Village, and the Chorus and quartets
    will perform at Harmony House.

      * Thursday, December 7, 2000 starting at 6:00
      * Quartets will be singing in the Village from 6:00 p.m. to
        7:00 p.m. and in Harmony House from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
      * The Chorus will be singing in Harmony House from 8:00
        p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Other Events

    Saturday, May 12, 2001:
           2001 Annual Show

    Saturday, July 7, 2001:
           International Chorus Competition in Nashville,
           Tennessee


As always, more information on the Chorus is available at our web
site:
	 http://www.ggw.org/cog/

Have a nice day!

Happy Halloween!  The Chorus is getting ready for Harmony XXI
this weekend.  This is always a terrific concert and it benefits
a good cause.  We're happy to announce that we'll be singing
Christmas carols at Marketplace Mall again this year.  I haven't
heard an official word yet on other caroling, but I'll pass on
the details as soon as I have them.

Harmony XXI

    The Chorus of the Genesee will be a featured guest group at
    Harmony XXI, an annual concert to benefit The National
    Multiple Sclerosis Society. This marks the third time the
    Chorus has participated. The concert will include performances
    by The Rochester Saenger Chor, The Webster Melowives, Kodak
    Total Sound, Hilton Baptist Church Choirs, and The Kodak
    Concert Band. The Webster High School Jazz Choir will also be
    a featured guest group and Gabe Dalmath from WHEC TV-10 will
    be the Master of Ceremonies.

      * Saturday, November 4, 2000 at 7:30
      * Kodak Theater on the Ridge, Rochester
      * Tickets are $6 in advance, $7 at the door. For tickets,
        contact any Chorus member, or call 716-872-5088.

Caroling at Marketplace Mall

    The Chorus and chapter quartets will be on hand to provide
    some musical cheer with Christmas carols.

      * Monday, November 27, 2000 at 7:30 p.m.
      * Marketplace Mall, Henrietta

"The Gift" with Image City Sound

    The Chorus of the Genesee and Image City Sound will once
    again present a holiday concert entitled "The Gift". Families
    and children of all ages are welcome.

      * Sunday, December 3, 2000 at 2:00 and 4:00
      * Harmony House, Webster

Other Events

    Thursday, December 7, 2000:
           Webster White Christmas

    Saturday, May 12, 2001:
           2001 Annual Show

    Saturday, July 7, 2001:
           International Chorus Competition in Nashville,
	   Tennessee

As always, more information on the Chorus is available at our web
site:
	 http://www.ggw.org/cog/

Have a nice day!

The Chorus of the Genesee has just come back from Fall Contest,
and we're going to Nashville!  We've won the right to represent
the Seneca Land District in the International Chorus Contest.
That won't be until next Summer, but there are still several
opportunities to hear the Chorus before the end of 2000.  Several
people have already written asking for more information about
"The Gift".  Thank you for your interest!  I promise I will send
out more details as soon as I have them.

Harmony XXI

    The Chorus of the Genesee will be a featured guest group at
    Harmony XXI, an annual concert to benefit The National
    Multiple Sclerosis Society. This will be the third time the
    Chorus has participated. The concert will include performances
    by The Rochester Saenger Chor, The Webster Melowives, Kodak
    Total Sound, Hilton Baptist Church Choirs, and The Kodak
    Concert Band. The Webster High School Jazz Choir will also be
    a featured guest group.

      * Saturday, November 4, 2000 (time TBD)
      * Kodak Theater on the Ridge

"The Gift" with Image City Sound

    The Chorus of the Genesee and Image City Sound will once again
    present a holiday concert entitled "The Gift". Families and
    children of all ages are welcome.

      * Sunday, December 3, 2000 at 2:00 and 4:00
      * Harmony House

Other Events

    Friday, October 20, 2000:
           New York Chiropractic College show (Sold Out)

    Thursday, December 7, 2000:
           Webster White Christmas

    Saturday, May 12, 2001:
           2001 Annual Show

    Saturday, July 7, 2001:
           International Chorus Competition in Nashville,
           Tennessee

As always, more information on the Chorus is available at our web
site:
	 http://www.ggw.org/cog/

Have a nice day!

The Chorus is getting ready to compete in the Fall Contest in
just a few weeks.  Attending a contest isn't quite like a
concert, but is a treat for those who really enjoy the style.
I've been informed that the show at the New York Chiropractic
College is already sold out.  Your next opportunity to hear the
chorus will be "The Gift", a holiday show presented in
conjunction with Image City Sound, a Sweet Adelines chorus.  We
will also be doing our traditional caroling, of which I'll be
sure to keep you informed.

Seneca Land District Contest

    The Chorus of the Genesee will be competing for the right to
    represent the Seneca Land District at the International Chorus
    Competition in July 2001.  The contest weekend also includes a
    two-night quartet contest to determine this year's District
    Quartet Champions.  Each competitor performs two songs.  The
    top quartets return to sing two more songs in the Finals.  The
    winning chorus performs again at the end of the Quartet
    Finals.

      * The contest weekend consists of three sessions:
           + Friday, October 6, 2000 at 7:30 p.m.: Quartet
	     Semifinals session
           + Saturday, October 7, 2000 at 12:00 noon: Chorus
             Contest session
           + Saturday, October 7, 2000 at 8:00 p.m.: Quartet
	     Finals session
      * Greece Apollo Middle School
      * Tickets are available for $10 per session.  To reserve
        tickets, call Duke Brooks at 716-266-9077.  Tickets are
        often available at the door, but reservations are advised.

Later Events

    Friday, October 20, 2000:
           New York Chiropractic College show (Sold Out)

    Sunday, December 3, 2000:
           "The Gift" with Image City Sound

    Saturday, May 12, 2001:
           2001 Annual Show

As always, more information on the Chorus is available at our web
site:
	 http://www.ggw.org/cog/

Have a nice day!

Happy August!  The Chorus of the Genesee will be performing this
Sunday in Sodus.  After that, we'll be gearing up for our
district contest in early October.  In December, we'll be teaming
up once again with Image City Sound to perform "The Gift".  I'll
get more details to you as I get them.

Sodus Bay Lighthouse Show

    The Chorus of the Genesee has been invited to perform as a
    part of the Summer concert season of the Sodus Bay Lighthouse
    & Museum. Chapter quartets Notably Yours, Our Next Quartet,
    and Baytown Harmony will also perform.

      * Sunday, August 13, 2000
      * The concert begins at 3:00pm.
      * 7606 N. Ontario Street in Sodus Point, NY.
      * Free!

Later Events

    Friday, October 20, 2000:
           New York Chiropractic College show

    Saturday, October 6, 2000:
           Seneca Land District Contest

    Saturday, May 12, 2001:
           2001 Annual Show


Have a nice day!

Hello!  I just received some new information about the Orleans
County Show July 18.  Since it's less than a week away, I thought
it was time for an update.

Barbershop at the Beach

    Barbershop at the Beach is an annual gathering of SPEBSQSA,
    Sweet Adeline, and Harmony Inc. choruses and quartets from the
    Western New York area for a free concert on the shore of Lake
    Ontario. This year's show has twenty-five groups scheduled to
    perform, including Rochester chapter quartets Snickers,
    Excelsior, Our Next Quartet, and Cornerstone!  Bench seating
    is limited, so you may want to bring a lawn chair.

      * Sunday, July 16, 2000
      * The event starts at 1:00pm. The Chorus of the Genesee will
        perform shortly before 8:00.
      * Charlotte Beach
      * Free!

Orleans County Show

    Orleans County Legislature and Marine Park are sponsoring the
    Chorus of the Genesee in an evening of barbershop harmony with
    a tribute to veterans. Cornerstone will be featured
    performers, and there will also be a county color guard
    ceremony.

      * Tuesday, July 18, 2000
      * Food and refreshments will be available starting at
        5:00pm. The show will begin at 7:00.
      * Orleans County Marine Park in Point Breeze, New York
      * Bring a chair or blanket.
      * For more information, contact the Orleans County Tourism
        Office at 716-589-3199 or the Marine Park Office at
        716-682-3641.
      * Free!

Other Events:

    Sunday, August 13, 2000:
       Sodus Bay show
    Friday, October 20, 2000:
       New York Chiropractic College show
    Saturday, May 12, 2001:
       2001 Annual Show:

Have a nice day!

Happy Independence Day from the Chorus of the Genesee!

The Chorus has some exciting performances lined up for the
summer, starting with Barbershop at the Beach and culminating
with a special show sponsored by the Sodus Bay Lighthouse and
Museum.

Barbershop at the Beach

    Barbershop at the Beach is an annual gathering of SPEBSQSA,
    Sweet Adeline, and Harmony Inc. choruses and quartets from the
    Western New York area for a free concert on the shore of Lake
    Ontario. This year's show has twenty-five groups scheduled to
    perform, including Rochester chapter quartets Snickers,
    Excelsior, Our Next Quartet, and Cornerstone!  Bench seating
    is limited, so you may want to bring a lawn chair.

      * Sunday, July 16, 2000
      * The event starts at 1:00pm. The Chorus of the Genesee will
        perform shortly before 8:00.
      * Charlotte Beach
      * Free!

Orleans County Show

      * Tuesday, July 18, 2000
      * Food and refreshments will be available starting at 5:00pm.
        The show will begin at 7:00.
      * Orleans County Marine Park in Point Breeze, New York

Other Events:

    Sunday, August 13, 2000:
       Sodus Bay show
    Friday, October 20, 2000:
       New York Chiropractic College show
    Saturday, May 12, 2001:
       2001 Annual Show:


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site: http://www.ggw.org/cog/

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