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Thanks to Joe Green, the people of Spain and our own Mary Lily Nuckolls.

Conservatory of Dance now Registering New Students

Submitted by sgleason on Fri, 2009/12/25 - 07:48
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The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre is now accepting new registrations for all levels of Classical Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Creative Movement and Mommy & Me.  Join the dance school that has received critical acclaim for its performances of CATS, Sleeping Beauty, Pirates of Tortuga, its annual productions of The Nutcracker and more!  Classes are for boys and girls ages 2 and up, including teens and adults and begin January 4.  The Conservatory continues to offer Master Classes in Ballet, Musical Theater, and Modern Dance with internationally-renown instructors and dancers.  Past instructors include Valery Lantratov of the National Russian Ballet Federation, Kenneth Easter of American Ballet Theatre and Shana Vanderwerker of Broadway.

Owner/Artistic Director of the Conservatory is Barbara Johnson, former professional ballerina with the Atlanta and Macon Ballets.  Conservatory students learn not only dance, but also about classical music, composers, the history behind famous ballets and various dance genres.  Dancers participate in two full-length productions per year and also have the opportunity to perform at schools and various community events. 

The Conservatory is located in Downtown Galax at 119 W Grayson Street; entrance is in the back under the covered porch beside Flossie's Restaurant.  www.galaxballet.com or 276-236-2105 (leave message).

Live it!  Love it!  Dance!

Christmas Cantata

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The adult choir of Woodlawn United Methodist Church will present their Christmas cantata, entitled "Christmas Worship" on Sunday, December 27, at 11 a.m.  The choir is led by director Lauren Gunnell-Beck and pianist Linda Jenkins. 

Nutcracker Ballet Today at GHS

Submitted by sgleason on Sun, 2009/12/13 - 09:02
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The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre in Galax invites you to this family holiday tradition!  Come see Clara, the Sugar Plum Fairy, the evil Mouse Queen, Dewdrop, the Russians, and of course, the Nutcracker Prince, as well as all the beloved Nutcracker characters.

The Nutcracker is a fairytale ballet in two acts of 45 minutes each.  Concessions will be available as well as Nutcracker and other holiday gift items.

Contact the Conservatory at 276-236-2105 or visit us at   www.galaxballet.com

The Ornament: A Musical Drama by Philip Keveren

Submitted by cjdunc on Fri, 2009/12/11 - 09:13
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The Ornament: A Musical Drama by Philip Keveren

The Ornament, a wonderful musical drama, by Phillip Keveren, will be presented at Hillcrest Baptist Church this week-end.

The story tells of the Keagan family. Henry Keagan, played by David Swicegood, has recently lost his wife. Henry’s family, played by Courtney Frederick, Seth Criner, Errol Bugh, Chas Parks, Hailey Parks, and Lindsey Nale, have decided to gather together to support Henry during the Christmas season. Ashley Nale, plays Shasta, who is one of Henry’s sons’ girlfriend. The main messages are that, while circumstances in our lives may change, the one constant we can always depend upon is found in the love, grace, and presence of the Lord Jesus and that God is always faithful to lead us through. The choir is made up of the adult choir members and the church’s two older youth groups. The musical selections have some very familiar Christmas carols and some beautiful songs written especially for The Ornament.

The stage director is Jason Criner. The music director is Carolyn Davis. James Spivey, James Parks, Justin Patton and Penny Criner make up the tech crew. The presentations will be in the sanctuary :

Hillcrest Baptist Church
1205 South Main St. in Galax
Saturday, December 12 at 7 pm
Sunday, December 13 at 6 pm.

Come and share this wonderful story.

The Christmas Offering

Submitted by tarvid on Sat, 2009/12/05 - 15:27
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The Christmas Offering

A mix of traditional and modern music sure to please.

Cliffview Church of God

2923 Fries Rd

Saturday December 12 7:00PM

Sunday December 13 11:00AM

The Highland Camerata Winter Concerts, with Larissa Venzie

Submitted by miranda on Wed, 2009/12/02 - 12:42
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Highland Camerata To Present Winter Concerts

The region’s premier chorus, The Highland Camerata, will present its annual set of winter concerts on December 11, 13, and 15. On Friday, December 11 at 7:30 pm, the concert will be held at Brush Creek Hall. Brush Creek Hall, home of the Camerata, is located two miles south of Independence on Rt, 21. Galax Presbyterian Church in Galax will host the Sunday afternoon concert at 3:00 pm, on December 13. On Tuesday, December 15, the concert will be held at the Sparta Presbyterian Church at 7:30 pm. The Camerata has been performing in this area for more than thirty years.

The choir’s director, Mary Elizabeth Whartenby, of Galax has chosen a varied program of sacred and secular pieces. The major work for this set of concerts is the beautiful Mass in G by Franz Schubert. Soloists for this mass will be Becky Helton of Galax, Heather McCall Hanks of Woodlawn, David Hoffman of Independence, Dwight Dunbar and Phillip Parlock of Galax.

Additionally, an African folksong, “African Noel” by Liebergen, a traditional Irish carol, “Wexford Carol” by Warland, a traditional French carol, “Masters in This Hall” by Morris and Hayes will be performed. A favorite composer for Camerata audiences is Stephen Paulus. Several Christmas carols from “A Stephen Paulus Christmas,” as well as some popular secular songs of Christmas from “Christmas Pops Choral Series” arranged by Tenna Chinn will be sung. “How Far is it to Bethlehem” by Shaw and a lovely piece, “This Christmastide” by Fraser will complete the program. 

The Highland Camerata is pleased to have a local performer, Larissa Venzie, to perform on the marimba during this Larissa Venzieconcert series. Larissa will play several solo Christmas carols during intermission.

 

 

 

 

 

Patty Davis of Galax will accompany the Camerata on the piano and will play the hand bells with Annie Parlock of Galax. Other musicians will be Debbie Brady on the oboe and Jessica Howard on the flute.

The Highland Camerata is a non-profit regional chorus. Its purpose is to provide a musical outlet for the members as well as to provide the community with musical education and entertainment through the medium of live music. All concerts are open to the public. There is no admission charge, but donations are appreciated and will allow the organization to continue.

The Highland Camerata Spring Concerts:

Friday, Dec. 11: Highland Camerata concert at Brush Creek Hall at 7:30 pm

Sunday, Dec. 13: Highland Camerata concert at Galax Presbyterian Church at 3:00 pm

Tuesday, Dec. 15: Highland Camerata concert at Sparta Presbyterian Church at 7:30 pm
 
Contacts:

Mary Elizabeth Whartenby, Director
(276) 236-9301

Jerry Ann Hall, President
(276) 728-2158

Dudley Carpenter, Publicity
(336) 372-7901

Nutcracker Ballet Tickets on Sale Now

Submitted by sgleason on Tue, 2009/11/03 - 15:42
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Two performances are also scheduled for the Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson, NC, on Saturday, December 12 at 1:00pm and 5:00pm.   Advance tickets will be on sale November 12 at the Ashe County Arts Council (336-846-2787).  All shows sold out last year so reserve seating is recommended.     

The Nutcracker ballet is in two acts of forty-five minutes each with an intermission. Baked goods and hot and cold drinks will be sold as well as Nutcracker and ballet gift items. For more information, contact the Conservatory of Dance & Theatre at 276-236-2105.
 
With five performances, a cast of over 100, professional backdrops, dazzling costumes and props, The Nutcracker will be one of the area's most festive events this Christmas season.     
             
 

 

Mark your Calendars now for "The Nutcracker"

Submitted by sgleason on Sat, 2009/10/24 - 18:37
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The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre presents its 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" ballet:  Thursday, Dec 10 at 6pm and Sunday, Dec 12 at 2pm and 6pm at Galax High School.  For ticket info call the Conservatory at 276-236-2105. There will be 2 shows on Saturday, Dec 11 (time TBA) at the Ashe Civic Center in W Jefferson NC.  For ticket info contact the Ashe County Arts Council 336-846-ARTS or jane@ashecountyarts.org

FOREVER WILD: A CELEBRATION OF WILDERNESS

Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 2009/10/18 - 20:10
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One of America’s most unique folksingers and backcountry travelers, Walkin’ Jim Stoltz, on tour from the mountains of Montana, will bring his powerful multi-media show, Forever Wild, to the 1908 Courthouse in Independence, Virginia, on Friday, November 6th, at 7:00 PM.  The mix of stunning photography, stories, and music make this one-of-a-kind concert an inspiring journey into our nation’s last wilderness areas.

Walkin Jim gets his name from nearly 27,000 miles he has walked through the wild country of North America.  Carrying a guitar and writing his songs along the way, his lyrics express a great love and respect for the Earth and the wild places he knows so well.  Known for his powerful baritone and emotion-packed vocals, Stoltz’s Forever Wild show is much more than a concert.  It combines live music and poetry with his own multi-image slides to create a stirring celebration of the natural world.  Stoltz is a veteran of more than 30 years of performing.  In this year’s show he will be sharing images and songs from the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, his Yellowstone to Yukon walk, the Utah canyon country, the Northern Rockies, and wild places all across America.

Walkin’ Jim has toured extensively throughout the U.S. for the past 23 years.   In 2006 he organized a 45 state outreach tour with other musicians and authors, and worked with hundreds of community organizations to gain support for clean water, roadless lands, and wildlife.  Jim has been presented with the Environmental Protection Agency’s Outstanding Achievement Award for his sharing of nature and wilderness across America.  Stoltz will have copies of his recent book, “Walking With the Wild Wind” to sign at the event.  His songs from 9 different cds get regular airplay on National Public Radio and will also be available.  Visit his website at www.walkinjim.com.

Joyce Rouse, local song writer and musician, will open for Jim with a newly composed song celebrating the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Tickets ($10.00) for the concert will be available at:

The door of the 1908 Courthouse on the night of the event.

Barr’s Fiddle Shop in Galax, Va.

S&L Outdoors in Sparta, NC.

Rouse House Music, Independence, Va.

This event is brought to you by the Grayson County chapter of Blue Ridge Discovery Center, (a non-profit organization dedicated to outdoor, discovery-based education within the Blue Ridge Ecoregion), and the 1908 Courthouse Foundation.  For more information on BRDC see www.blueridgediscoverycenter.org, and for more information on the concert, call 276.773.2039.

Scott Jackson-Ricketts

Secretary, BRDC

Conservatory Offers Yoga & Floor-Barre Classes

Submitted by sgleason on Sat, 2009/09/05 - 07:45
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Beginning Yoga (7:00-8:00pm)

Focus will be on simple body, breathing and concentration exercises which will strengthen the body in a gentle way. Breathing and relaxation are an important part of this class which leads to a balanced body and calm mind. Participants will feel refreshed and energized. This class is for people who have never practiced yoga. The focus is not on strenuous exercise, but rather movement and body awareness that are dictated by each person’s own physical condition.
 
 Intermediate Yoga (5:30-6:30pm)    Focus will be on body awareness, breathing, concentration exercises and strengthening the body with more challenging moves. A higher fitness level and flexibility are necessary. Muscles and body systems will be stimulated and strengthened. Through breathing and relaxation techniques participants’ minds and bodies will be refreshed and energy restored. Concentration exercises will increase and promote positive thinking. Students will also learn about the center of energy, which influences body and mind. This class is for people who have practiced yoga before and who are active in sports, fitness or dance.
 
Participants should wear comfortable clothing, bring their own yoga/exercise mat and avoid eating a large meal 1-2 hours before class; a healthy snack is okay. Pregnant women may participate, but must inform instructor.
 
Participants are encouraged to come 15-20 minutes early to the first class to fill out the registration form.
 
Drop-in classes are $12 each and a 5-class card is $50. Minimum age is 16. Space is limited, so call-in registration is recommended. 
                                                           
Krüger, a former ballerina, will also teach a floor-barre class every Friday from 4:00-5:00pm. Floor Barre is a special technique on the floor and is a valuable tool for improving classical ballet technique. This class improves body strength and flexibility and is open to ballet students and people who are currently following a fitness program. Drop-in classes are $12 each and a 5-class card is $50.
 
The Conservatory is located at 119 West Grayson Street in downtown Galax. Entrance is in the back under the covered porch. For more information call the Conservatory at 276-236-2105 or visit www.galaxballet.com.
 
 

 

Suzanne Zak Returns!

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Suzanne Zak Returns!
Classical trained pianist in concert.
Free Admission ~ Donations Accepted
Reception following the concert.
August 22 ~ 7:30 pm ~ Sparta Presbyterian Church

Suzanne Zak, Concert Pianist

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Suzanne Zak - Concert PianistClassical Favorites by pianist Suzanne Zak, Friday, August 21, 7:00 pm, 1908 Courthouse auditorium in Independence.  Admission $10 (includes reception).

Suzanne Zak, Concert Pianist

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Suzanne Zak, Concert Pianist

The Secret's Out

Submitted by tarvid on Thu, 2009/08/20 - 20:12
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Host:
Jermaine Blair
Type:
Music/Arts - Concert
Network:
Global
Price:
$5-tickets on sale now at Artifax on Main St. Galax, VA
Date:
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Time:
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Location:
Galax High School Auditorium
Street:
Maroon Tide Drive
City/Town:
Galax, VA
 
Phone:
2762381166
Email:
musiqsdestiny@gmail.com

An extrodinary evening of worship and erasing situations keeping you from God's promise.
Performances by: Jamie Bryan, David Olinger, Crashing Jericho, and Tremyane Blair (ft. One Voice)

Hosted by: Jermaine Blair
Special Guest: Pastor Johnny Scott from Charlotte, NC

Whatever you think that problem may be, design that word, phrase, or sentence on the back of your t-shirt. Best Design will recieve a $300 grand prize.

This is a great time to understand how to defeat the enemy when he tries to come against you and God's promises...We wanna encourage families to do this together and youth pastors to make it an activity with there teens and children at there church. WE WANT TO SEE YOUR DESIGNS!!!

Come meet the Artist, have your picture taken, and recieve autographs on Oct 3rd at 3:00 p.m. till 5:00 p.m. at ARTIFAX on Main St. in Galax, Virginia....can even use that time to design your t-shirts if you would like...

Sponsored by: Doctors Inn, Artifax, iJamUSA, Perfect Pear, Chestnutt Creek School of the Arts, Arts Council of the Twin Counties...

HIGHLAND CAMERATA GETS READY FOR FALL SESSION

Submitted by gypsy on Thu, 2009/08/20 - 19:51
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Contacts:

Mary Elizabeth Whartenby

(276) 236-9301

Jerry Ann Hall

276-728-2158

Dudley Carpenter

(336) 372-7901

FOR  IMMEDIATE  RELEASE

HIGHLAND CAMERATA GETS READY FOR FALL SESSION
 

So you think you may want to sing with a regional premier chorus? Now is the time to begin.  The Highland Camerata’s fall rehearsals will begin Tuesday, September 8th at 7:00 p.m. at Brush Creek Hall near Independence, VA.  This first rehearsal will give new members an opportunity to visit with Camerata regulars and to go over the music.  The Camerata membership comes from Carroll and Grayson counties in Virginia, Ashe and Alleghany counties in North Carolina, and the city of Galax.

As the major work for this season, director, Mary Elizabeth Whartenby, of Galax, Virginia has chosen Schubert’s “Mass in G Major.”  Since we will be in the Holiday season, the Camerata will be rehearsing several carols from “A Stephen Paulus Christmas.”  Members of the chorus and audiences alike have enjoyed Paulus’ works.  Other pieces will be:  “How Far is it to Bethlehem” by Goeffrey Shaw, a spiritual, “Sweet Little Jesus Boy” by Mac Gimsey,  “Wexford Carol” arranged by Dale Warland, a Kenyon folksong, “African Noel”,  “A Merry Christmas” by Warrell, “This Christmastide” by Fraser, and a French carol, “Masters in This Hall.”

“Anyone interested in singing quality choral music is welcome,” said Jerry Ann Hall, president of the Camerata.  “We always start the season with a social hour and refreshments, followed by the first rehearsal of the season’s music.  It’s a great way to see if the Camerata is for you.”  Rehearsals are Tuesday evenings from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.  Concerts will be held near the beginning of December.

Brush Creek Hall, home of the Highland Camerata, is located between Sparta, NC and Independence, VA, on US Hwy 21, two miles south of Independence.   Persons interested in singing are invited to call Debbie Brady at 336-372-4402 in North Carolina or Jerry Ann Hall in Virginia at 276-728-2158 for further information.  Visit their web site at www.highlandcamerata.org to see what they are all about.

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Highland Camerata Logo

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Highland Camerata

Groovin on Grayson

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Groovin on Grayson in Galax with Music & a Classic Car Cruise.5PM until....We (Earresitible) will have a booth set up & Zippy (the donkey) will again be cruisin.

Dance Conservatory Announces Open House/Registration

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The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre invites you to an Open House/Fall Registration Friday, Aug 14 from 3-6pm and Saturday, Aug 15 from 10am-3pm. Come by and sign up for classes for the 2009-2010 season or just tour the Conservatory. Students can also be fitted for shoes and leotards at our open house. Refreshments will be served. We offer all levels of Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Musical Theatre, Yoga and more!  The Conservatory is located at 119 W. Grayson St (entrance is in the back under covered porch).  For more info:  276-236-2105 or www.galaxballet.com.  Don't miss our 5th annual production of "The Nutcracker" in December!

Alleghany County Fiddlers Convention

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The Alleghany County Fiddlers Convention will be held Friday and Saturday, July 17 and 18 in Sparta, N.C., at the Higgins Agricultural Fairgrounds on U.S. 21.

The convention, now in its 15th year, has competition for bluegrass and old time musicians in band, individual, and youth categories, along with dance for adults, juniors and children. Special music, cloggers, plenty of food vendors and camping are also featured. Seats are available in the ample grandstand, or bring a folding chair to set in front of the stage.

Highlights include performances by Big Country Bluegrass on Friday evening and a dance workshop free to convention attendees at 2 p.m. on Saturday.

A total of $2,850 in cash prizes will be awarded to contest winners. Emcees are Sonia Joines and Harold Mitchell. Camping is available beginning at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15.

Admission is $6 for Friday, $7 for Saturday, or $10 for both days. Children under 12 free with adult. Camping spaces are $12 per night per space, with or without hookup, and are first come, first served.

For more information, see www.alleghanyfiddlers.com.

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