The Choral Connection – September 2010
ByYour Elks Chorus will soon be back in action after a busy July and a much needed break during the month of August.
We were honored to be a participant in the Lodge 1199 centennial observance on July 15. What a great milestone for the nation’s largest Elks Lodge. Kudos to Exalted Ruler Andrea Frank, our lodge’s first female ER, for organizing a truly memorable event.
Our annual appearance at the Mandan Bandshell on July 20 was notable for a couple of reasons: no wind and no competition from BNSF!
We enjoyed the hospitality of the Dickinson Lodge at the state convention July 30-31, where we entertained on Friday afternoon and again Saturday morning for the Memorial Service. A highlight was our pre-show appearance at the Medora Musical.
Our season resumes with an appearance at the United Methodist convention September 17. We’ll be at First Lutheran in Mandan September 26, with Chorus member Don Engbrecht for his annual church youth benefit.
We’re looking forward to another busy year entertaining folks in the Bismarck-Mandan community.
The Chorus will resume rehearsals at 7:00 pm every Tuesday, beginning September 14. If you’re interested in joining a dedicated, fun-loving group of men who love to sing, please join us. No auditions required.
Howard Loftesnes
