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The Lucknow Sentinel, 2015-09-02, Page 1i get it line *on Iucknowsentinel.com Get all of your news, sports and more. Serving Lucknow and surrounding area The 5150 HST included PM40064683R07656 Lucknow Sentine www.lucknowsentinel.com Wednesday, September 2, 2015 Valerie Gillies Lucknow Sentinel The Grand Finale for the 2015 Lucknow's Music in the Fields was The Band Perry. They finished of the night of August 29 to the delight of a sea of fans under a cloudy, but pleasant night sky. Happiness Blyth Festival ff Singers Begin New Season Submitted It is said that singing is good for the body and the soul, and singing in a com- munity choir is all about individuals coming together for the sheer joy of making beautiful music. So treat yourself and join the Blyth Festival Singers as they begin another won- derful musical season! is singing in the choir! Whether you are a first time participant or a seasoned singer, there is a place for every voice in our choir. The Blyth Festival Sing- ers is a welcoming, non - auditioned community choir which has been going strong since 1980. Our first practice will take place on September 9 with registration starting at 7 p.m. Practices are on Wednesdays from 7:30 - 9:30 in the June Hill Room above the administrative building of the Blyth Festi- val Theatre. The entrance is at the back of the theatre off Dinsley St. Our first ses- sion will be topped off by a social to give everyone an opportunity to meet and mingle. Choir fees are $125 for the season, with a 10% dis- count for a second family member. Students fees are only $60. Those who choose to sing for a portion of the season may arrange for pro -rated fees. First time singers can attend three free trial practices before committing to the choir! The Blyth Festival Singers' director Sharon Poelstra has planned an exciting lineup for the sea- son. The Holiday Concert on December 6 will feature the new Huron County Children's Choir. On April 10 we will perform Rutter's "Requiem." And our fun and lively May 28 Dinner Cabaret will feature special guests, the newly reunited "Whiskey Jack': New this fall for choir members is a workshop and social on Saturday, September 26 with an opportunity to participate in several different activi- ties including a vocal and music skills classes, a yoga session, and sectional and full rehearsals. We hope that you will join the Blyth Festival Sing- ers for a year of learning and enjoyment, making good music and friendship. And invite your friends as well. Let's get your happy on! For more information about the choir please call Shelley McPhee Haist at 519-482-9306 or email shel. mchaist@gmail.com