Dear Mystic Choralers

We’re on the home stretch with less than two weeks until we gather, under the wing of our fearless leader, to deliver the music we’ve been learning together.  

Remember, this concert is our gift to our audience. (I know, I know, they have to pay to come because we have to pay Cary Hall, etc.,) but our voices, that we share with our hearts, that is OUR gift not only to our families and friends, but to each other, and to ourselves.  

The band will be at rehearsal on Tuesday, so for anyone that isn’t already off book, I suggest that we listen to our sectional rehearsal recordings at least twice through before Tuesday evening.  If we all do that we can all hopefully be off book on Tuesday. At least we will each know which, if any, sections of songs we need to spend more time with before Friday’s dress rehearsal. Imagine what freedom that will give us. Freedom to focus on the joy we are expressing and sharing.  

Namaste everyone. See you on Tuesday. 

~Jill

Reach out to Gale and Jill at:

Producers@mysticchorale.org

Our Producers are volunteers with busy lives! They will do their best to get back to you within 24 hours.

• Singers Masks Available: Finally! Our mask order has arrived. If you've been wanting one (or another one), they will be avilable for sale at rehearsal for $13. Cash or check only; exact change appreciated!!

• Masks for the Concert: You may wear your singers mask, or a black KN95 or N95 mask.

• Soloists may sing unmasked: Soloists may sing their solo unmasked at dress/tech rehearsal and the concert if they have a negative test the day of the rehearsal and concert.

If you missed Sectionals, or didn't bring a recording device, head on over to the website to hear audio recordings of each of the songs we practiced.

Audio tracks at:

https://mysticchorale.org/my-seasons/

Scroll WAAAAY down to find the "Practice Audio" section. And remember, you always need to be logged in to see member content.

If your device can't see or play the audio tracks, here are direct links to the recordings.

We didn't get every take of every song, but this should certainly help your confidence factor overall!

We ran through almost all the songs - listen again & sing along!

Lyrics & Scores

YouTube Playlist of songs

Livestream Recordings of our Reheasals

You know after we hear the band next week, we're going to be excited to invite our friends and family...

So why not get a jump on it and do at least one thing this weekend to help spread the word about our concert.

Here are 3 easy things you can do:

• Share the Concert email invitation. We will send it today (Friday, 2/17) at 7:00, so check your inbox. All you need to do is click "Forward," and change the subject line to something like "Please come to my concert," or "This is concert I was telling you about...."

• Share the Facebook Event. If you're on Facebook, click here to see the event & click "going." Then SHARE - simply click the Arrow icon, then select "Share to Feed." If you're not already following Mystic, please do!

• Take a poster or mini-flyer at the next rehearsal and post at your favorite coffee shop, bakery, library or commnity bulletin board. Pick up flyers at the check in table.

THANK YOU!!

Throughout the season, if we learn of singers who test positive for Covid, we will alert the chorus as a precaution.

We will not share names, but will let you know the singer's section.

If you have any symptoms (even if you think "it's just a cold," please don't come to rehearsal. Please tune into the livestream instead, or watch it later.

If you attend Mystic rehearsal and then test positive for Covid:

Please notify Linda as soon as you have the test results. Additional information like when you first noticed symptoms is helpful. You can reach Linda at admin@mysticchorale.org. Thank you!

Mask Reminders:

• Please wear a singer's mask, or an N95 or KN95 mask

• We have placed an order for more singers' masks & should have them in the next couple of weeks

• Free KN95 masks are available at the check in table if you need one

Producers: Gale Batchelder, Jill Updegraph

Sound setup: Kristina Howell, Brian McGovern

Livestream: Jack Matson, Annamaria Jai Kaur San Antonio

Air filter & fan setup: Ann Wynne

Chair setup: So many people are helping - thank you so much, it makes a huge difference!! Our team includes: Nancy Pressler, Julie Punochar, Shannon Sweeney, Jane Arsham, Carlee Blamphin, Mary Steuart, and many others!! Please send your name to mysticlindy@gmail.com to add your name to this list!!

Attendance & check in: Bev Roche, Sue Clarke, Misha Peterson

Late check-in: Misha Peterson, Marian Grogan, Alexandra Lee, Koletta Kaspar

Chair re-set captain: Carlee Blamphin

Fans & filter breakdown & lock-up: Ann Wynne

Info line: Bev Roche, Gail Sullivan

Ticket help line: Mary Steuart

Publicity: Arlyn Roffman, Joan Toussaint

Season logo & graphics: Gwen Frankfeldt

New Singer Welcome Team: Mabel Liang, Paula Tusler

Nickfest Committee: Arlyn Roffman, Bev Roche, Gale Sullivan, Pam Varrin

Board of Directors:

Olivia Tappan, Co-President

Patricia Stimpson, Co-President & Treasurer

Leslie Zheutlin, Secretary

Richard L'heureux, Mabel Liang, Michal Regunberg, Arlyn Roffman, Joan Toussaint

Please note: You do not have to wear your concert clothes to the Tech/Dress Rehearsal. It does help if you wear shoes that will be the same height you wear for the concert.

• Tops: Please wear a solid red, orange, yellow or gold shirt on top. Please no sleeveless shirts or plunging necklines.

• Bottoms: Please wear solid black pants or skirts and black shoes. Make sure your shoes are comfortable for a long night of standing.

• Masks: Please wear your black singer's mask or a black N95 or KN95 mask.

• Jewelry and accessories should be kept to a minimum. No scarves or ties.

• Please no scents: We have singers with sensitivity to chemicals and scents. Under the lights on stage makes it even worse.

Thank you!

Welcome Virtual Singers!!

We are so glad you are joining us, and look forward to having you there "with us" in the rehearsal hall!

What you will need:

• A computer/laptop (recommended) We recommend your computer or laptop - the bigger the screen, and the better your speakers, the more you will feel "with" us. But a tablet, ipad or phone will work, too.

• Headphones, Earbuds or External Speakers (highly recommended). The better your speakers, the more you will hear Donnell and the singers in the room.

• A place to sit and sing comfortably. We suggest an upright chair, similar to what you would find at rehearsal. A soft chair or couch is not as conducive to good singing.

How to tune into the Livestream:

At 7:30 on Tuesday, click the video preview or link below, and you'll be with us!

If we lose the Livestream signal:

Occasionally, we lose the livestream signal due to a poor internet connection. If that happens, go to the "Just in case" backup link below. We'll try to be back up and running asap!

Each week, we'll post the link in News & Notes, and on the website, here. If you miss the Livestream on Tuesday night, it will be available on a YouTube Playlist after rehearsal.  

"JUST IN CASE" - Backup Livestream Link

In the past, we have occasionally lost the livestream signal due to a poor internet connection. If that happens, go to the "backup link" below. We'll try to be back up and running asap!

Backup link (for use ONLY if we lose the livestream):

https://youtu.be/i__EJuKEJ0s

Rehearsals:

8 Tuesdays, January 3 - February 21, 7:30-9:30

First Parish Unitarian Universalist, Arlington

Dress Rehearsal: Friday, February 24

Call time: 7:00

Concert: Saturday, February 25

Call time: 5:00