Our musical director and conductor, Judith Clurman, has been asked to assemble a large chorus of 600 singers for Marvin Hamlisch's funeral.  

 

As you might imagine, Marvin's passing is not only a great loss for the musical community at large, but is also deeply saddening for Judy and those who knew him well.  As an ensemble, Essential Voices USA has been enriched by the time they were able to spend with him, and those who were blessed enough to perform with him will be forever changed.

 

We would like to invite you to sing with us at Marvin Hamlisch's funeral this Tuesday, August 14.  If you have friends who are singers, or are a member of another singing organization, please feel free to pass this invitation on to them as well.

 

 

What: Choir for Marvin Hamlisch's Funeral

 

When: Tuesday, August 14.  Rehearsal early on Tuesday morning (time TBA), Service begins at 11 am.

 

Where: Temple Emanu-El, One East 65th Street (at 5th Avenue), New York, NY

 

 

We will sing three songs (SATB) from Marvin Hamlisch's body of work as a composer for musical theater and film.  All singers will be given sheet music and practice recordings electronically by Sunday, August 12. 

 

 

If you are interested and able to participate, please reply to this email or send a message with "Marvin Hamlisch Funeral" in the subject line to

 

 Kinley Russell at members.evusa@gmail.com

 

no later than 11:59 pm on Thursday, August 9th.  Please include your full name, voice part (SATB), phone number, and email address.

 

 

We are looking for a balanced group.  Further details, including rehearsal time, musical selections, and attire are forthcoming--we hope to have this information for you by Friday.

I know we ask for a quick turn-around, but I hope that you'll understand, given the circumstances.

 

We hope you will sing with us and look forward to hearing from you soon,

 

Kinley Russell

Chorus Manager