Our Annual Meeting was held beginning at 8:30pm in the music room of Moscow High School. Fifty-nine members attended the meeting as well as several “guests” – community reps to our Board of Directors and our Marketing Director. The meeting lasted until roughly 10pm.
After some explanation and discussion, the recommendation to amend our By-Laws by deleting “dues” from our definition of membership was approved. Membership now is based on a successful audition and singing in the chorale and no longer includes the payment of “dues.” Each year members will be invited and encouraged to make financial donations to the financial needs of the chorale.
The proposal to eliminate “complimentary tickets” to members was actively debated. Several persons expressed opinions on both sides of this issue. The membership chose to “table” the proposal. It will go back to the Executive Committee (where it originated) for further consideration.
The several changes in the auditions policy were adopted. One clarification was noted: “Singers who do not sing for more than two consecutive semesters must re-audition for membership in the chorale.” This wording matches the wording regarding “leaves of absence.” In both cases, re-auditioning is required should a member not sing in the chorale “for more than two consecutive semesters.”
Elections were held. One office required voting – three persons were nominated for Chorale Representative: Sandy Field, Meredyth Goodwin and Helen Lombard. Meredyth was elected to the position for a two year term. The other Chorale Rep currently serving is Holly McCollister. Other persons elected are the following: President - Jack Kelly; Secretary – Cheryl Blackburn; Community Representatives on the Board of Directors: Alice Barbut, Kay Youngblood, and Susan Billin. All persons elected are serving two-year terms of office. At its next meeting the Board of Directors will consider appointing Karen Knoff and Howard Peavy to serve in the two vacant positions.
Carolyn Radakovich, our Marketing Director, presented a sketch of the new logo that is being prepared for marketing our new name. Our new name, Palouse Choral Society, will now go into effect with the beginning of the new season of 2011-2012.
Reports were given by Michael Murphy, our Artistic and Music Director, and Janice O’Toole, our Vice-president. Both reports dealt particularly with the coming season. Mike noted that the concert season will begin in October with Chamber Choir concerts and includes full concerts by the Chorale in December, March and June. The March concert will be a collaboration concert with the Washington-Idaho Symphony. Janice noted that auditions will be held in mid-August and Chamber Choir rehearsals will begin on August 22, earlier than usual. The Chorale itself will begin rehearsing on September 12. The annual singers’ retreat is scheduled for Chamber Choir singers only.
Noted during the meeting was the resigning of Bob Staab, one of our Community Reps on the Board. Bob and his wife are moving to Vancouver in May. He has served on the Board for two years and has brought a lot of insight, vision and energy to the Board especially in the area of development of support.
While our meeting was full and busy and somewhat lengthy, it did show how active and exciting the Chorale is. We are moving in new directions. We have an excellent nucleus of singers. We have an exciting and challenging director. We have a full Board, eleven members, committed to the development and strengthening of the Chorale. We are looking forward to presenting our last concerts on April 29 and May 1 as the Idaho-Washington Concert Chorale. We look forward with eager anticipation to our days at the Palouse Choral Society.
Thank you to all who attended and participated in our annual meeting. A huge thank you to Mike, Janice, Cheryl, Jim, Carolyn and our Board of Directors for all of their work within the organization of our Chorale. Mostly, a really HUGE thank you to all of our Singers! We are an excellent Choral Society because we have excellent Singers!
The next organizational meetings will be the Executive Committee on Monday, May 9 at 7:00pm at the home of Janice O’Toole out in Colton and the Board of Directors meeting on Monday, May 23 at 7:00pm at Palouse Industries in Pullman.
Thank you for your participation in our Chorale! Best wishes for wonderful concerts coming up in two weeks! And very best wishes for a refreshing summer!
Jack Kelly, Chorale President
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
President's Report, Annual Membership Meeting
Idaho-Washington Concert Chorale, Monday, April 11, 2011
A year ago I concluded my report to this meeting by writing, “We will undoubtedly continue to find success and certainly we will have challenges in the coming years. We are trying to come up with a new name for our group; we want to duplicate the kind of response we had in last December's concerts; and we need to continue to strengthen community awareness and support of the Chorale.” During the current year we have experienced all of these matters.
Because of the excellent marketing efforts of our Marketing Director, Carolyn Radakovich, as well as the quality of music evoked from our singers by our Artistic and Music Director, Dr. Michael Murphy, we have exceeded the response our community is giving to our concerts. The “Wow!” uttered by one in our audience at our December concert continues to be heard! Our community is becoming increasingly aware and supportive of our efforts.
A significant challenge during the current year has been the decision of the women to have new concert dresses. With the leadership of a committee composed of Holly McCollister (chair), Kami Cornwall, Brianne Lindsey, Jill Freuden and Carole Wells, the women have chosen a new concert dress and will be ordering the dresses to be available for the new season.
Our Board of Directors, composed of the four Officers, two Chorale Representatives and several Community Representatives, has continued to provide inspired and visionary leadership for the Chorale. Plans are being made for a collaborative concert with the Washington/Idaho Symphony next March, for the development of a Children’s Choir in conjunction with the UI, and for a season consisting of four concerts beginning in October, 2011, and concluding in June, 2012. While we have had some changes on the Board because of resignations – Barb Hayes and Bob Staab – we have found four persons within our community who are accepting community positions on our Board: Kay Youngblood, Susan Billin, Karen Knoff, and Howard Peavy. We thank Barb and Bob for their service to our Chorale.
In July fifteen persons will travel to Prague to participate in the Prague International Choral Festival.
Tonight's meeting will be the final meeting of the Idaho-Washington Concert Chorale. In July, our organization will begin functioning with the new name selected at the organization’s general meeting in September, 2010: Palouse Choral Society. This has been a wonderfully exciting and energizing season for us – the second full season with Dr. Murphy. With our new name, we look forward to a new and very exciting season in 2011-2012.
I want to thank Michael, Elena, Janice, Cheryl, Jim, Holly, Helen, Alice, Barb, Bob, Kay, Carolyn, Jill, Tom, Mark and Dave for their service as key hired, elected and appointed leaders of our Chorale. And there are many, many others – singers and non-singers – who have helped to effectuate the many activities and efforts of our organization. And mostly our singers – thank you for your excellence!
Respectfully, Jack Kelly, Chorale President
A year ago I concluded my report to this meeting by writing, “We will undoubtedly continue to find success and certainly we will have challenges in the coming years. We are trying to come up with a new name for our group; we want to duplicate the kind of response we had in last December's concerts; and we need to continue to strengthen community awareness and support of the Chorale.” During the current year we have experienced all of these matters.
Because of the excellent marketing efforts of our Marketing Director, Carolyn Radakovich, as well as the quality of music evoked from our singers by our Artistic and Music Director, Dr. Michael Murphy, we have exceeded the response our community is giving to our concerts. The “Wow!” uttered by one in our audience at our December concert continues to be heard! Our community is becoming increasingly aware and supportive of our efforts.
A significant challenge during the current year has been the decision of the women to have new concert dresses. With the leadership of a committee composed of Holly McCollister (chair), Kami Cornwall, Brianne Lindsey, Jill Freuden and Carole Wells, the women have chosen a new concert dress and will be ordering the dresses to be available for the new season.
Our Board of Directors, composed of the four Officers, two Chorale Representatives and several Community Representatives, has continued to provide inspired and visionary leadership for the Chorale. Plans are being made for a collaborative concert with the Washington/Idaho Symphony next March, for the development of a Children’s Choir in conjunction with the UI, and for a season consisting of four concerts beginning in October, 2011, and concluding in June, 2012. While we have had some changes on the Board because of resignations – Barb Hayes and Bob Staab – we have found four persons within our community who are accepting community positions on our Board: Kay Youngblood, Susan Billin, Karen Knoff, and Howard Peavy. We thank Barb and Bob for their service to our Chorale.
In July fifteen persons will travel to Prague to participate in the Prague International Choral Festival.
Tonight's meeting will be the final meeting of the Idaho-Washington Concert Chorale. In July, our organization will begin functioning with the new name selected at the organization’s general meeting in September, 2010: Palouse Choral Society. This has been a wonderfully exciting and energizing season for us – the second full season with Dr. Murphy. With our new name, we look forward to a new and very exciting season in 2011-2012.
I want to thank Michael, Elena, Janice, Cheryl, Jim, Holly, Helen, Alice, Barb, Bob, Kay, Carolyn, Jill, Tom, Mark and Dave for their service as key hired, elected and appointed leaders of our Chorale. And there are many, many others – singers and non-singers – who have helped to effectuate the many activities and efforts of our organization. And mostly our singers – thank you for your excellence!
Respectfully, Jack Kelly, Chorale President
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Executive Meeting 3/29/2011 -- Summary
Our Executive Committee, consisting of the four officers and Artistic and Music Director, met on Tuesday, March 29, 2011. The discussions of the meeting dealt primarily with the upcoming Annual Meeting (April 11, 8:30pm, Moscow High School) and with two matters in the planning stages.
At the Annual Meeting several items will come before the organization for consideration including the following:
The Committee reviewed information from the Women's Dress Committee on the possibility of new dresses for women of the Chorale. From the voting the women expressed their desire for a new dress with a choice of necklines. The Executive Committee is asking the Women’s Dress Committee to proceed with obtaining the new dresses for the women by the next season.
Two matters on which there was considerable discussion had to do with planning the collaboration of a concert next season of the Chorale and the Washington Idaho Symphony. Mike, Janice and Jim are working closely with their counterparts on the Symphony. The other item in the planning stage is the development of a Children’s Choir – possibly in conjunction with the Music Department at the UI.
Carolyn Radakovich, our Marketing Director, was present and shared some initial sketches of the new logo for our newly renamed organization – Palouse Choral Society. The logo is a single eighth note with a Palouse hills swoosh and the name of the Society in an art deco font. Carolyn will be at the Annual Meeting and will share the logo.
In that regard - the change of our name to Palouse Choral Society – Jim Reece is sending the required documents to the State of Idaho. Our organization will change its name with the beginning of the new season – July 1, 2011.
Jack Kelly, Chorale President
At the Annual Meeting several items will come before the organization for consideration including the following:
- Recommendation of the Board of Directors to amend the Bylaws to eliminate “dues”
- Resolution that we eliminate complimentary tickets to members
- Resolution that certain changes be made to the auditions policy
- Election of certain officers, a Chorale Rep. and three Community Reps. to the Board of Directors
- Reports of activities will also be given by the Director, Vice-President and President
The Committee reviewed information from the Women's Dress Committee on the possibility of new dresses for women of the Chorale. From the voting the women expressed their desire for a new dress with a choice of necklines. The Executive Committee is asking the Women’s Dress Committee to proceed with obtaining the new dresses for the women by the next season.
Two matters on which there was considerable discussion had to do with planning the collaboration of a concert next season of the Chorale and the Washington Idaho Symphony. Mike, Janice and Jim are working closely with their counterparts on the Symphony. The other item in the planning stage is the development of a Children’s Choir – possibly in conjunction with the Music Department at the UI.
Carolyn Radakovich, our Marketing Director, was present and shared some initial sketches of the new logo for our newly renamed organization – Palouse Choral Society. The logo is a single eighth note with a Palouse hills swoosh and the name of the Society in an art deco font. Carolyn will be at the Annual Meeting and will share the logo.
In that regard - the change of our name to Palouse Choral Society – Jim Reece is sending the required documents to the State of Idaho. Our organization will change its name with the beginning of the new season – July 1, 2011.
Jack Kelly, Chorale President
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Board Meeting 3/3/2011 -- Summary
The Board of Directors met on Thursday, March 3, 2011, at the home of Holly McCollister. Several actions were taken which we want to share with Chorale members.
The Board received a letter of resignation from Community Rep Barbara Hayes. We are grateful for Barb’s especially hard work over the past several years in the area of “fund raising” and “events coordinator.” Kay Youngblood was appointed to serve as one of the five Community Reps.
Chorale Rep Holly McCollister reported on the progress of the Women’s Dress Committee. The committee has had positive responses from the women of the Chorale as to their preference for a new dress as well as for the type of dress to be chosen. A questionnaire was distributed among the women and arrangements were made for a “fashion show” to determine a suitable style of dress. Two women from the Chorale modeled the top two choices that were selected by the women who attended the “fashion show.” The preferred style is a separate, full length black, flocked skirt with a velveteen top (with either a “boat” neck or “cowl” neckline). There appears to be consensus that both tops are satisfactory. Because about half of the women in the Chorale attended the “fashion show,” the Board asked the committee for a vote among the women as to their desire for a new dress (in place of the current dress) and as to the style of top desired. The cost of the new dress would be about $75.00.
The Annual Meeting of the Chorale will be held at 8:30pm on Monday, April 11 at Moscow High School. The Board has a single recommendation for consideration this year. The recommendation is that the Bylaws be amended. The amendment regards the paying of “dues.” Following is the Section on Membership in our Bylaws to be changed:
Section 1. Admission to Membership.Any person shall be admitted as a member of the Corporation upon payment of the annual dues set by the Board of Directors for the concert year (July to June) in which the person applies for membership. In addition, such dues-paying members shall also be performing members of the Chorale, according to the policies of the Chorale. Each person’s membership shall expire on the first anniversary of such person’s admission to membership unless on or before that date such person has paid the annual dues established for the concert year in which such membership expires. A person shall be considered a member of this Corporation when he/she has been admitted to sing in the Chorale following an audition as specified in the “Statement of Policies” (Section II.A), and is currently performing in the Chorale.
Should this amendment be adopted, the Statement of Policies would also be edited so as to eliminate those places wherein “dues” is mentioned. Currently membership in the Chorale is based on a successful audition and the payment of dues. The proposed amendment would make the Chorale a “donations-based” rather than “dues-based” organization and membership would be determined by a successful audition and continuance of performing with the Chorale.
The Board meets next on May 23, 2011. The Executive Committee meets on March 29.
Jack Kelly, Chorale President
The Board received a letter of resignation from Community Rep Barbara Hayes. We are grateful for Barb’s especially hard work over the past several years in the area of “fund raising” and “events coordinator.” Kay Youngblood was appointed to serve as one of the five Community Reps.
Chorale Rep Holly McCollister reported on the progress of the Women’s Dress Committee. The committee has had positive responses from the women of the Chorale as to their preference for a new dress as well as for the type of dress to be chosen. A questionnaire was distributed among the women and arrangements were made for a “fashion show” to determine a suitable style of dress. Two women from the Chorale modeled the top two choices that were selected by the women who attended the “fashion show.” The preferred style is a separate, full length black, flocked skirt with a velveteen top (with either a “boat” neck or “cowl” neckline). There appears to be consensus that both tops are satisfactory. Because about half of the women in the Chorale attended the “fashion show,” the Board asked the committee for a vote among the women as to their desire for a new dress (in place of the current dress) and as to the style of top desired. The cost of the new dress would be about $75.00.
The Annual Meeting of the Chorale will be held at 8:30pm on Monday, April 11 at Moscow High School. The Board has a single recommendation for consideration this year. The recommendation is that the Bylaws be amended. The amendment regards the paying of “dues.” Following is the Section on Membership in our Bylaws to be changed:
Section 1. Admission to Membership.
Should this amendment be adopted, the Statement of Policies would also be edited so as to eliminate those places wherein “dues” is mentioned. Currently membership in the Chorale is based on a successful audition and the payment of dues. The proposed amendment would make the Chorale a “donations-based” rather than “dues-based” organization and membership would be determined by a successful audition and continuance of performing with the Chorale.
The Board meets next on May 23, 2011. The Executive Committee meets on March 29.
Jack Kelly, Chorale President
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Executive Meeting 2/8/2011 -- Summary
Our Executive Committee, consisting of the four officers and Artistic and Music Director, met on Tuesday, February 8, 2011. Among the matters discussed were the following items:
- Treasurer Jim Reece reported a net income of $10,320 for the current year. The special account for the O’Toole family has received approximately $5870 from contributors.
- The minutes of the December meeting were approved and are available to members upon request from Secretary Cheryl Blackburn. In the future, minutes of Executive and Board meetings will be available after the drafts have been approved by email.
- Chorale Representative Holly McCollister made a presentation from the Dress Committee considering women’s attire. There is considerable interest in selecting a different dress for women singers. The committee is considering styles and examples of dresses and will solicit input from the women members of the chorale regarding whether or not to select a new dress and what design should be chosen. The Executives encouraged the committee to move forward with their process for determining the interest and support of a new dress and with selecting a dress. Information will be forthcoming from the committee regarding the process for choosing a new dress. The decision is to be made by the women of the Chorale with support of the Board of Directors. Men may express their opinions and/or concerns via Holly McCollister.
- Discussion regarding the coming change of name occurred. The change of name to the “Palouse Choral Society” will occur publicly at the end of the season. Marketing Director Carolyn Radakovich is handling much of the process for the introduction of the new name. Jim Reece and Janice O’Toole are preparing the paperwork for the State.
- We discussed the flow of the upcoming season – 2011-2012. At this stage we are considering a Chamber concert in October, full Chorale concerts in December and June, and a collaboration concert with the Washington-Idaho Symphony in March. Repertoire, venue, and specific dates are in the process of being determined. We hope to have the new season schedule in place in time to announce it and solicit season ticket orders by our spring concerts.
- Appreciation was expressed for the “cabaret” event held in Pullman on February 5. Eighty plus persons attended the enjoyable event, which was wonderfully planned by Board Member Barb Hayes and Carolyn Radakovich. Special appreciation was expressed to the five UI performers for their entertainment. We anticipate netting about $1350. All enjoyed the event!
- The records of the chorale will be housed in the UI Special Collections Department. Board Member Bob Staab has been especially helpful in bringing about this arrangement.
The Executive Committee meets next on March 29. The Annual Meeting of the organization will be on Monday, April 11 at 8:30pm at Moscow High School. The Board of Directors will meet on Tuesday, March 3, at 7:00pm.
Members' input, comments and concerns are of interest to us. Please contact one of the members of the Executive Committee or Board of Directors with your suggestions and ideas.
Jack Kelly, Chorale President
- Treasurer Jim Reece reported a net income of $10,320 for the current year. The special account for the O’Toole family has received approximately $5870 from contributors.
- The minutes of the December meeting were approved and are available to members upon request from Secretary Cheryl Blackburn. In the future, minutes of Executive and Board meetings will be available after the drafts have been approved by email.
- Chorale Representative Holly McCollister made a presentation from the Dress Committee considering women’s attire. There is considerable interest in selecting a different dress for women singers. The committee is considering styles and examples of dresses and will solicit input from the women members of the chorale regarding whether or not to select a new dress and what design should be chosen. The Executives encouraged the committee to move forward with their process for determining the interest and support of a new dress and with selecting a dress. Information will be forthcoming from the committee regarding the process for choosing a new dress. The decision is to be made by the women of the Chorale with support of the Board of Directors. Men may express their opinions and/or concerns via Holly McCollister.
- Discussion regarding the coming change of name occurred. The change of name to the “Palouse Choral Society” will occur publicly at the end of the season. Marketing Director Carolyn Radakovich is handling much of the process for the introduction of the new name. Jim Reece and Janice O’Toole are preparing the paperwork for the State.
- We discussed the flow of the upcoming season – 2011-2012. At this stage we are considering a Chamber concert in October, full Chorale concerts in December and June, and a collaboration concert with the Washington-Idaho Symphony in March. Repertoire, venue, and specific dates are in the process of being determined. We hope to have the new season schedule in place in time to announce it and solicit season ticket orders by our spring concerts.
- Appreciation was expressed for the “cabaret” event held in Pullman on February 5. Eighty plus persons attended the enjoyable event, which was wonderfully planned by Board Member Barb Hayes and Carolyn Radakovich. Special appreciation was expressed to the five UI performers for their entertainment. We anticipate netting about $1350. All enjoyed the event!
- The records of the chorale will be housed in the UI Special Collections Department. Board Member Bob Staab has been especially helpful in bringing about this arrangement.
The Executive Committee meets next on March 29. The Annual Meeting of the organization will be on Monday, April 11 at 8:30pm at Moscow High School. The Board of Directors will meet on Tuesday, March 3, at 7:00pm.
Members' input, comments and concerns are of interest to us. Please contact one of the members of the Executive Committee or Board of Directors with your suggestions and ideas.
Jack Kelly, Chorale President
Monday, March 14, 2011
Retreat!
The IWCC Board of Directors met for a day-long retreat on January 8, 2011. It was a very informative meeting that should spur us to continue moving forward at a good pace! Here are some of the discussion topics:
- Artistic and Music Director Dr. Michael Murphy proposed scenarios for concerts for the 2011-2012 concert season
- Alice Barbut pointed out our needs in figuring out grant possibilities
- Bob Staab listed the top areas he feels should be priorities for the upcoming year: prioritize the mailing list, work on the fund drive, continue momentum from last year, and use the UI Library as a repository for our records
- Marketing Director Carolyn Radakovich discussed the rollout of our new name, as well as ticketing issues
- Barb Hayes outlined our upcoming "cabaret" fundraising event
- Helen Lombard suggested better avenues of communication between the Board and Members
- Holly McCollister is moving forward with a committee for the possibility of women of the Chorale choosing new dresses
- Cheryl Blackburn felt we could improve the database and pointed out web problems
- Janice O'Toole discussed operational issues
- Jim Reece could not attend, but had put together his Treasurer's Report for review
- The number and type of concerts for next season, including orchestration for 2 of the concerts
- We'll move forward with looking for a commissioned work for the 2012-2013 season
- Our records will be moved to the UI Special Collections Department
- Funds will be appropriated for the creation of a new website with more appropriate software
- A Ticket Revamping Committee was installed
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Thursday, September 16, 2010, the Board of Directors will meet in Lewiston. Topics of discussion should include:
- We are now the Palouse Choral Society. This was voted in as our new name by membership at the Business Meeting on September 11.
- Reports on finances, music, logistics, marketing, and fund-raising
- The possibility of starting up a Children's Choir
- Board vacancies
- We are now the Palouse Choral Society. This was voted in as our new name by membership at the Business Meeting on September 11.
- Reports on finances, music, logistics, marketing, and fund-raising
- The possibility of starting up a Children's Choir
- Board vacancies
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