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Concert Program archives
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Program archives:
Concert in the Park, July 9, 2009
The Huntington Summer Arts Festival
The Huntington Summer Arts Festival is presented by the Town of Huntington, produced by the Huntington Arts Council and sponsored in part by the New York State Council on the Arts and the Suffolk County Office of Cultural Affairs. The FREE performances are June 27 through August 16 at the Chapin Rainbow Stage in Huntington's Heckscher Park. For more information, please visit the Huntington Arts Council's website, www.huntingtonarts.org.
Spring Concert, May 2009
Fall Concert, December, 2008
Spring Concert, May 2008
Fall Concert, December, 2007
Spring Concert, May 5th 2007
"Music is a fair and glorious gift of God. I would not for the world forego my humble share of music. Singers are never sorrowful, but are merry, and smile through their troubles in song. Music makes people kinder, gentler, more staid, and reasonable ... the devil flees before the sound of music almost as before the Word of God."- Martin Luther
Fall Concert, December 2nd, 2006
"As long as one and one is two
There could never be a father
who loved his daugheter
more than I love you."
"I think that my songs are aged appropriately. Lyrically, rhythmically and musically, I don't think they are allied to an age. They are just me."
- Paul Simon
Spring Concert, May 6th 2006
"The Constitution only guarantees the American people the right to pursue happiness. You have to catch it yourself."
- Benjamin Franklin
Winter Concert, December 3rd 2005
Here will we sit,
and let the sounds of music
creep in our ears:
soft stillness and the night
become the touches of sweet harmony.
William Shakespeare
The Merchant of Venice
Spring Concert, May 7th, 2005
The Brotherhood of Man - Gone Awry
All my brothers
are valiant,
All my brothers are brave,
But when brother fights brother,
Whom can the valiant save?
How can I tell my brother,
Truly I understand,
How can I tell my brother,
Yours is the golden land.
All my brothers are heroes,
Each follows his own true light,
Which of my brothers is the hero,
Which of my brothers is right?
— Philip Green
On May 7 , 2005 the Huntington Men’s Chorus presented their Spring concert at Huntington High School. This was a very special concert commemorating the 60th anniversary of the end of World War 11. All of the music on the program was either from the years 1939 to 1945 or in tribute to our veterans. There was be an audience sing along consisting of popular songs during those war years. This was be a night of nostalgia for all of us who lived through that time when the freedom of the world was hanging in the balance and our loved ones were fighting and dying to preserve that freedom. A special highlight of the concert was be the singing of the Armed Services songs at which time veterans were recognized by an almost overflowing house!
Fall Concert, December 4th, 2004
If I were not a physicist, I would probably be a musician. I often think in music. I live my daydreams in music. I see my life in terms of music.
- Albert Einstein
Approximately 1550 loyal concert goers attended our great concert this year.
Spring Concert, May 1st, 2004
If you have ever attended a Huntington Men’s Chorus concert you have heard us sing our motto. “Behold how good and how pleasant a thing it is for brethren to dwell together in unity” goes Our Motto, which is Psalm 133 put to music by Dudley Buck. Mr. Buck was founder and first conductor of the Apollo Glee Club and composed this Motto for his club in 1895. He was a church organist, composer, and arranger active in Brooklyn at the turn of the 20th Century.
Given that this is the 350th anniversary of the Town of Huntington, it is interesting to note another time Psalm 133 has been used. In a letter written by Reverend Ebenezer Prime to Henry Lloyd on a Tuesday morning, September 23, 1731, Reverend Prime opens with “Behold how Good and how pleasant It is for Brethern, for Neighbours for fellow creatures to Dwell together in love and unity.”
- George Loveridge Bowen, James Lloyd II, M.D. And His Family on Lloyd Neck. Privately Printed, 1988. Page 22.
Fall Concert, December 14th 2003
Postponed from December 6th due to blizzard conditions, HMC fans proved their toughness! Neither rain nor snow nor gloom of night kept them from their appointed sounds. Approximately 800 of the most loyal concert goers ever braved the horrid weather conditions to attend our December 14th fall concert this year. Many thanks to all!
Introduction:
If you have ever attended a Huntington Men’s Chorus concert you have heard us sing our motto. “Behold how good and how pleasant a thing it is for brethren to dwell together in unity” goes Our Motto, which is Psalm 133 put to music by Dudley Buck. Mr. Buck was founder and first conductor of the Apollo Glee Club and composed this Motto for his club in 1895. He was a church organist, composer, and arranger active in Brooklyn at the turn of the 20th Century.
Given that this is the 350th anniversary of the Town of Huntington, it is interesting to note another time Psalm 133 has been used. In a letter written by Reverend Ebenezer Prime to Henry Lloyd on a Tuesday morning, September 23, 1731, Reverend Prime opens with “Behold how Good and how pleasant It is for Brethern, for Neighbours for fellow creatures to Dwell together in love and unity.” (*)
(*) George Loveridge Bowen, James Lloyd II, M.D. And His Family on Lloyd Neck. Privately Printed, 1988. page 22.
Summer Free Concert in the Park, June 25th 2003
We had a great night under the stars as part of the Huntington Arts Council Summer Arts Festival! More than 70 of us sang, with Jim Bobo as our guest accompanist.
We also had the unique treat of having David Smith (HMC's 1st accompanist,) James Bobo (HMC's 2nd accompanist) and Judy Leopold (HMC's 3rd and current accompanist) on-stage at the same time!
Spring Concert, May 3rd 2003
The final numbers are not yet in, but preliminary indications are that somewhere between 1650 and 1700 of the finest concert goers in the Huntington area attended our Spring Concert. In Taberna, with a percussion section from the Ward Melville HS Wind Ensamble, under the direction of Gary Hodges, was particularly well received.
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Introduction:
O God, in the gift of music we hear beauty and solace, strength and inspiration. We pray for all who came and offered their talents giving witness to the beauty in the world. The power of music to lift one’s soul and settle our hearts truly is a reflection of your love for us.
- Anonymous
St. Joseph's College, April 27th 2003
The Council for the Arts of St. Joseph's College Presents a Concert by
The Huntington Men's Chorus
In honor of
S. Loretta McGrann
Fall Concert, December 7th 2002
We are grateful to our fans once again, as we were greeted with a full house of 1800 of the finest concert goers in the Huntington area when we marched onstage for the fall 2002 concert. This is astounding when you stop to think that Saturday December 7th there were 13 musical events listed in Newsday in the local area alone. We apologize to the other 12 organizations, and hope they enjoyed playing to an empty house! Well, maybe their mother's went.
A Tribute to the Huntington Men’s Chorus
There are not enough words eloquent enough to say,
How your voices blend together in a very special way.
To listen to one of your concerts is a treat beyond compare,
A concert that is put together with such loving care.
I’m sure you bring joy to many people each year,
For they hold the memories of your songs that are so dear.
If one is to say what they think of you,
One could respond “Voices of Angels,” and this would be true.
Philomena De Feo
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Mr. and Mrs. Robert McGowan should have been listed as Diamond sponsors. |
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Dennis Kiernan could not sing with us. |
Summer Free Concert in the Park, June 26th 2002
Sigh.
Spring Concert, May 4th 2002
Success
“To laugh often and love much;
to win the respect of intelligent persons and the affection of children;
to earn the approbation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends;
to appreciate beauty;
to find the best in others;
to give of one’s self;
to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition;
to have played and laughed with enthusiasm and sung with exultation;
to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived - this is to have succeeded.”
Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Erin Barth-Dwyer was inadvertently not included as a Program Hostess. Our sincerest apologies. |
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Bernie Beal was unable to sing with us due to his granddaughter's first communion. |
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Information was received from a new emerald sponsor, Ken and Hazel Howard, too late for inclusion in the program. |
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Information was received from a new bronze sponsor, Physical Therapy Services of Huntington. Alan R. Klein, M.S.P.T., Director. 232 East Main Street. Huntington, NY 11743. 631-673-8070, too late for inclusion in the program. |
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Philomena DeFeo should have been listed as a Ruby sponsor. |
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Tim Daly should have been listed as a Silver sponsor. |
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We inadvertently neglected to list Samantha and Robert Mahan as Diamond sponsor. |
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We inadvertently neglected to list John and Joanne Cahill as an Emerald sponsor. |
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Information was received from a new diamond sponsor, Mary Louise Magee, too late for inclusion in the program. |
We were honored by an audience of approximately 1650 of the finest concert goers in the world.
Fall Concert, December 1st 2001.
December 7th, 1941 – Pearl Harbor
The world changed.
The original planning for the 53rd Fall Concert called for us to dedicate this performance to honor the victims of Pearl Harbor and remember all who suffered as a result of the attack on that Sunday morning in December 1941.
September 11th, 2001 – New York, Washington DC, Pennsylvania
The world changed again.
The Huntington Men’s Chorus expands our dedication to honor the victims of September 11th and remember all who suffered as a result of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and Flight 93, on that Tuesday morning in September 2001.
Eternal Father,
When the foundations tremble, when the center does not hold, when the unimaginable becomes real, we come to you as a people who need to be prayed for far more than to be preyed upon.
Tonight, we pray for each other, for strength and understanding for the horrific evil attack on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, on innocent people and values we cherish.
We pray for America and freedoms we hold dear. In our deeply felt need to respond quickly and forcefully, may we not abuse our liberties in the attempt to defend them.
We pray for Americans – Muslim, Christian and Jew – whose goodness is “crowned with brotherhood from sea to shining sea,” whose basic humanity unites us more than anything that divides us.
Tonight, as we stand with those who have lost jobs, possessions, and above all loved ones, we pray earnestly for those who have died, been injured, or are still missing. Amidst all the turmoil, we give thanks for those giving blood, providing medical skills, or offering an outstretched hand or word of encouragement.
May we in the Huntington Men’s Chorus find and provide healing in our singing. As we prepare to honor those who experienced Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, may we also remember what happened on September 11, 2001. May singing give life to the words: “Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me.” Let each give answer to the question “What Would I Do Without My Music?” with our powerful response: “to make it right when everything seems wrong, to give me hope so I can carry on.”
Glory to God and Peace to all. Amen.
Rev. Dr. David Maris
Plainview Reformed Church
We were honored by a full house audience of 1,800 at our Fall 2001 concert on Saturday, December 1st, 2001.
Spring Concert, May 5th 2001
"Music is a fair and glorious gift of God. I would not for the world forego my humble share of music. Singers are never sorrowful, but are merry, and smile through their troubles in song. Music makes people kinder, gentler, more staid, and reasonable ... the devil flees before the sound of music almost as before the Word of God."
-- Martin Luther