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Guildford
Surrey
GU2 7QJ
August 2003
Dear All,
I hope that you have had a good summer and have been able to enjoy the
Mediterranean climate. I must say that on several Monday evenings I imagined what
it would have been like rehearsing in the Methodist Hall! Any rate, we are now
getting close to the start of the new season with our first rehearsal on 15" September,
one week later than usual.
As Jeremy said at the AGM, he has put together a programme for the season which
should be interesting, challenging and easy to sell. The season’s prospectus has not
been printed yet but will be available on the 15". However, I enclose the details of the
programme with this letter. Each concert as usual has a theme, and a variety of pieces
within it; it will be great to have Jeremy Filsell playing the Rachmaninov Piano
Concerto No.3 in May.
I am sure that you will all agree that the Mahler concert last May was a resounding
success and was a wonderful, inspirational finish to the season. Wasn’t it great to see
the Cathedral full? It was a credit not only to the quality of the performance but also
to all those who worked so hard to ensure that the organisation was seam free. We can
only exist if everyone does their bit to help in the organisation of concerts and acts as
a team. If we are to be successful, it is beholden on every member to actively work
towards doing their bit, not only in ensuring that all concerts area sell-out, but also by
actively participating in the organisation. No excuses please, we are all busy with
demanding jobs. The choir is not there for our relaxation alone, it does require
commitment from everyone. So please make sure that you play your full part not only
in the singing, but also in all the other parts that are vital for our success.
With all best wishes for a successful and enjoyable season
Yoke
John Trigg, Chairman, Guildford Philharmonic Choir
P.S.
An observation following the rehearsal for the Hever Castle concert:
If during the season you disagree with the way that someone has organised
something, please remember that people do this willingly in their own free time and
do not deserve to be publicly harangued. Politeness costs nothing. If you feel you can
do better yourself, please offer your services towards organising the event another
time.