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to the Grand Philharmonic Choir helps ensure that we continue to enrich
lives with a wide variety of choral music experiences for the whole
community. We provide singing, learning and performing opportunities to
over 250 members of all ages and we reach over 10,000 community members
annually through our performances in the Waterloo Region and further
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___________________________________________________________________________________________ The Benefits of Friendship Friends Choral Composer's President's Artistic Director's $50 Society Society Club Club $250 $500 $1000 $2500 ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Tax receipt for the entire amount of your donation X X X X X ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Free Ticket Exchange & reprints X X X X X ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Acknowledgement of your donation in GPC’s annual donor X X X X X roll programme ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Receipt of our newsletter: Opus! X X X X X ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Voting privileges at our Annual General Meeting X X X X X ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Book tickets in advance of the general public X X X X ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Monthly instalment payment option for membership fee X X X X ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Invitation to Opening Night concert reception X X X X ___________________________________________________________________________________________ One complementary “Bring a Friend” ticket to your choice of several pre-selected concerts X X X ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Invitation to pre-season “reveal” and reception X X ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Invitation to 2 working rehearsals X X ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Back to the Top The Grand Centennial Club About the Grand Centennial Club Join the growing group of members who have helped to form a basis for sustainability which will see us through to 2022, our centennial year! This collective commitment will broaden and mature through the years, helping us to build on 87 years of outstanding contribution to the cultural fabric of this community. How to join Members of the Grand Centennial Club are asked to commit a minimum $100.00 annually. Joining is as easy as emailing us at info@grandphilchoir.com or by calling us at 519-578-6885. Benefits of Membership Members of the Grand Centennial Club are treated to many special offers and promotions including: One complementary ‘Bring a Friend’ ticket to a concert of your choice Exclusive invitations to GCC pre-concert lectures Email reminders of upcoming concerts and other special events Annual appreciation in our fall concert program Click here to inquire about joining the Grand Centennial Club. Volunteer with the Grand Philharmonic Choir! The
Grand Philharmonic Volunteer Group (GPVG) is a volunteer committee
which is committed to contributing to the support of the Grand
Philharmonic Choir and to increasing awareness of its musical
leadership and educational programs. The GPVG welcomes new members with talent, energy and a commitment to help support the various endeavours of the Grand Philharmonic Choir. Members act as ambassadors of the Choir and contribute to its financial and organizational support working to increase awareness of its musical and educational programs in the region. Volunteers are an essential source of support to the Grand Philharmonic Choir representing a vital part of the social fabric of our community. Volunteers are needed in a variety of programs including Fund Development, Concert Production and Administrative Support. Volunteering enables you to: Use your skills, talents and experience Nurture and inspire passion for choral music in others Make new friends in the choir and the arts community Nourish your own love of music Support one of Canada’s most respected choral organizations We hope that you will consider becoming a volunteer, so that, you too can become part of the Grand Philharmonic Family! Many opportunities and activities are available with membership. Contact us at: Grand Philharmonic Choir 88 Weber Street West Kitchener, ON N2H 3Z5 519-578-6885 volunteer@grandphilchoir.com Volunteer Activities Administration The Choir List/Membership Database An
up-to-date choir membership database is an essential working resource
for our choir. A computer and computer skills are required. Time
commitment: 1 to 2 hours per month. Occasional Office Assistance The
GPC choir office is a busy place. Our staff coordinates artistic
production, fundraising, promotion and marketing, and ensures the
overall effective operational management of the GPC family of choirs.
Our Administrative Assistant is responsible for financial transactions
and records, developing and maintaining a database of donors, friends,
members, etc., maintaining all corporate records, and assisting the GM
in the day-to-day management. They at times need help with tasks such
as putting mailings together, following up on marketing, etc. This work
benefits the entire Choir organization. Time: 2 to 6 hours per month or
as your time permits. Customer Care Volunteers
are needed to provide on-going assistance to the GM/Marketing Team
during subscription and ticket drives, to communicate with donors,
assist with public relations, and develop planning for timely and
consistent community contact. Choir Library Librarian Our
librarian is responsible for the distribution, collection and tracking
of all music and folders. Library assistance is required for activities
involving transporting music from GPC office to concert venue,
collection and distribution of scores, and general library and score
maintenance. Time commitment: 1+ hour each week, more during concert
weeks. Archivist The
GPC archivist has two main roles. First, s/he is responsible for
collecting and organizing all materials relevant to the present and
past life of the GPC, and for coordinating the regular donation of
these items with the Kitchener Public Library (where the remaining
archives are housed). Secondly, s/he maintains several databases of
information relevant to the archives. A great opportunity for
organizationally minded people who are interested in the preservation
of the unique history of our family of choirs. Production Ushers/Greeters Family
of Choirs concerts (approximately nine concerts) not held at CITS will
require the assistance of ushers and greeters. Enjoy a variety of
concert experiences by the Children, Youth, and Chamber choirs. Box Office Help Volunteers
will be needed to help with activities related to the Box Office.
Timely and ongoing communication by volunteers with our database of
subscribers and single ticket purchasers will require the assistance of
those with good communication skills, an interest in marketing and
public relations, and a passion for promoting the GPC to the community. Production Labour From
time to time, concerts performed outside the CITS venue require
volunteers to undertake the task of setting up and taking down risers
or transporting special equipment, i.e. moving a musical instrument.
Those who enjoy somewhat flexible schedules, own a truck and possess
some ‘glutes and pecs’ are encouraged to offer their assistance with
these occasional tasks. Social Activities Community Outreach Activities Caroling Special requests for musicians Christmas with the Grand Philharmonic Choir – Caroling at City Hall and at Nursing homes Post-Concert Reception A
great choir tradition! Following each concert, choir members provide a
reception for all the musicians, subscribers and other special guests.
The reception coordinator facilitates this activity. An excellent
volunteer opportunity for the organizationally minded person who has
the gift of hospitality. Time commitment: 5 hours per concert.
Coordinator ~ Linda Blake Rehearsal Refreshments During
concert week, when we enjoy union-length rehearsal breaks at Centre in
the Square, we offer light refreshments for all the musicians.
Volunteers purchase (not at your expense!!) cookies, juice, coffee,
etc. and set up refreshments on rehearsal night – much appreciated
during concert week. Time commitment: 2 to 3 hours per concert. Volunteer Coordinator The
volunteer coordinator’s job is to manage and support the volunteer
activity of the adult choir and those recruited to become ‘Friends of
the Phil’. A developing role will be for the coordinator will be to
ensure recognition of volunteers. FOR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES, EMAIL THE CHOIR: volunteer@grandphilchoir.com |
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