HMCKC Presents Princes of Pop

PERFORMANCES FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY MARCH 22-24, 2024 C. STEPHEN METZLER HALL AT THE FOLLY THEATER 2023-2024 SEASON SHAWN CULLEN

artistic director & conductor

Heartland Men's Chorus Kansas City presents

Princes of Pop March 22-24, 2024 | C. Stephen Metzler Hall at the Folly Theater Shawn Cullen | Artistic Director & Conductor

HEARTLAND MEN'S CHORUS SEASON 38 SPONSORS Thanks to our season partners, whose support makes our concerts possible.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS our mission Through our collective voice we build community, celebrate pride, and empower authenticity board chair

vice-chair

treasurer

secretary

Eric Aufdengarten

Kenton McNeill

Michael Schnetzer

Eric Morey

president of the chorus

Jason Castaneda

board of directors

Michelle Fox | Michelle LaPointe | Chris Madden Jenny Harris-Patterson | Sandy Schermerhorn Michael Seely | Danny Shervington-Bair | Tim Van Zandt

HMCKC COMMITTEE CHAIRS executive committee

board development

Eric Aufdengarten

Paul Elo

human resources

development

Kenton McNeilll

Dudley Hogue

finance

membership services

Michael Schnetzer

Jason Castaneda

Many HMCKC committees welcome participants from outside the Chorus membership to assist with our work. If you have expertise or interest in a certain area and would like to become involved, please contact Dudley Hogue at dudley@hmckc.org.

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from the executive director

DUDLEY HOGUE

It’s great to see you at Princes of Pop and thank you for your support of the Heartland Men’s Chorus Kansas City.

We are excited to be presenting our annual “pops” concert for the third year in a row! We began with Whitney, then After All - 60 Years of Cher – and those shows sold so well that we’ve added a third performance to Princes of Pop. As with anything “new” it will take time to build audiences for three, but so far the response has been phenomenal.

I can’t believe we’re already halfway through the concert season! It seems like only yesterday when we were planning for this series of concerts. And now, we’re planning for an epic 39th season that will catapult us into our 40th Anniversary year! And we have SO many things planned to celebrate singing OUT for 40 years. If you would like to be a part of the planning for any of that, please contact me at dudley@hmckc.org. It will be a fabulous year where we celebrate our birthday, our members (former and current), our supporters and audience members.

As you know, we can’t sing to inspire a world of love and acceptance without your financial support. A small part of our budgeted income is raised by concert ticket sales, and we need your help to build community, celebrate pride, and empower authenticity, and a very exciting opportunity is coming up soon. Elevate 2024 – our spring fundraiser will be held on May 19 at CPKC Stadium - the brand new stadium built for the KC Current on the riverfront! Mark your calendars now, and look for more information soon. Of course, there are many ways to give to HMCKC, and gifts of ANY size are gratefully accepted and appreciated because every single dollar counts as we fulfill our mission and vision.

Now sit back, enjoy the concert – and support the Chorus however and whenever you can!

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from the artistic director

SHAWN CULLEN

Welcome to Princes of Pop! Tonight, we embark on a musical journey that spans over six decades, celebrating the vibrant tapestry of male pop music and its indelible mark on the soundtrack of our lives. The essence of pop music lies in its ability to tell stories – stories of love, heartbreak, joy, and the fight for freedom and acceptance. It's a universal language that transcends boundaries, connecting deeply with the human spirit.

From the groovy beats of the 1960s to the boundary-pushing sounds of today, male pop artists have been at the forefront of this storytelling, crafting anthems that resonate with all of us, irrespective of who we are or whom we love.

However, our journey tonight is more than a celebration of musical milestones.

It is a tribute to the courage and resilience of artists like Elton John, George Michael, Boy George, The Village People, Prince, David Bowie, and Sam Smith.

These icons, who identified as members of the LGBTQIA+ community, wielded their artistry not just to entertain but to advocate for visibility and authenticity at a time when both were fraught with personal and professional risk. Their music became a beacon of hope and a source of strength for many within the LGBTQIA+ community, many of our singers on stage tonight included! In their melodies, we found solace, in their lyrics, affirmation. They taught us the power of living one's truth in the face of adversity and the importance of celebrating our identities with pride. Through their artistic expressions, they pushed societal boundaries, challenged norms, and played a pivotal role in the ongoing fight for equality and acceptance.

As we relive the hits that defined generations, let us also remember the journey of these remarkable artists. Let their music remind us of the progress we've made and the road that still lies ahead. Let their legacy inspire us to continue advocating for a world where love is celebrated in all its forms, and where everyone has the freedom to be their authentic self. On behalf of the 140 voices, our staff, volunteers, and HMC Board of Directors, THANK YOU for joining us for Princes of Pop! Your support not only makes productions like this possible but also furthers our mission to use music to inspire community, compassion, and change. Together, let's celebrate the power of pop music to unite, uplift, and transform!

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artistic director & conductor

SHAWN CULLEN

Shawn Cullen, conductor, educator and artistic director, has earned a reputation for his dedication to musical excellence and collaborative artistry within the communities he belongs. As a creative producer of over 50 successful concert and theatrical productions, Cullen’s boundary pushing programming has cemented his place as a dynamic artist in an ever changing performing arts landscape. Past creative leadership includes eight years as Artistic Director/Conductor for the Reveille Men’s Chorus, Desert Voices Mixed Chorus (Tucson, AZ) and upon completion of a national search, Mr. Cullen was appointed Artistic Director/Conductor of The Heartland Men’s Chorus in May 2020.

Recognized as an award-winning music educator, Mr. Cullen has held positions in K-12 instrumental/vocal music, adjunct faculty at the University of Arizona Fred Fox School of Music and most recently as Graduate Teaching Fellow at the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory. Cullen’s dynamic skill-set has led to a multifaceted career in choral music, instrumental music, and regional musical theater serving as principal conductor for the Arizona Repertory Theater from 2011-2017. Favorite credits include Into the Woods, The Secret Garden, Oklahoma!, Evita, Avenue Q, and The Full Monty. Mr. Cullen has worked in collaboration with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra as vocal director for Broadway Rocks and Broadway Rocks II, and most recently Broadway’s Leading Men with the Kansas City Symphony. Mr. Cullen has begun a collaborative producing partnership with David Maddux, Grammy-nominated composer/arranger/orchestrator, to create fresh and exciting pop-choral works for “choral theater” around the globe.

Shawn holds a Bachelors of Music Education and Masters of Music in Conducting from the University of Arizona and a Ph.D (ABD) in Music Education from The University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory. Cullen’s research in music education, undergraduate academic achievement, and conducting pedagogy has been presented at regional, national, and international conferences and symposiums. He recently completed six years of service a proud member of the national board of directors for GALA Choruses (2017- 2023) and is a national community advocate for suicide awareness (Survivors of Suicide). www.shawncullen.com

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at the piano

ROBERT LAMAR SIMS

Born in Louisville, Kentucky and raised in Selma, Alabama, Robert Lamar Sims holds B.M. and M.M. degrees in piano performance with an emphasis in vocal accompanying and chamber music from University of Maryland College Park. He has extensive and varied experience as a performer, teacher, coach, and director in church, academic, concert, and theatrical settings.

His teachers and coaches include Claudia Faulk, Roy McAllister, Santiago Rodriguez, Bela Nagy, Jorg Demus, Robert McCoy, members of the Guarneri String Quartet, Leon Major, Alcine Wiltz, Richard Crittenden, Timothy Seelig, and Thilde Beuing. Organizations with which he has worked include Friday Morning Music Club, Paul Hill Chorale, Cathedral Choral Society, Washington Opera, National Symphony Youth Fellowship Program, Master Chorale Chamber Singers, and Washington Bach Consort (in the Washington, D.C. area), and Turtle Creek Chorale and the Women’s Chorus of Dallas (in Dallas, Texas). Currently living in Kansas City, Missouri, Lamar continues to be active as a teacher and coach of voice and piano, principal accompanist for Heartland Men’s Chorus, and a soloist and collaborative artist with a variety of performers and organizations throughout the area, including Northland Community Choir, Philharmonia of Greater Kansas City, International School of Music at Park University, Kansas City Repertory Theater, Lyric Opera of Kansas City, City in Motion Dance Theater, Byrd Productions, Black Repertory Theater, Kansas City Women’s Chorus. He also works with members of Kansas City Chorale, Kansas City Symphony and Symphony Chorus.

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assistant conductor & accompanist

JONATHAN DORAM

Jonathan is thrilled to join the HMCKC staff as their new Assistant Conductor and Accompanist (August 2022)! He has performed with HMC since 2020 as a chorister, dancer, and small ensemble member. He recently taught as the Choral Director at Lincoln College Preparatory Academy and Middle School in Kansas City, MO, and before at Forest Heights STEM Academy in Little Rock, AR. He and his choirs have been profiled in magazines and on TV for their benefit concerts, raising thousands of dollars for various causes such as disaster relief and supporting domestic violence survivors.

His choirs have received Superior ratings at state-level assessments and have performed in venues like the Kansas City Chief’s Arrowhead Stadium and Little Rock’s Old State House. Together, his choirs crafted a vision to be “thoughtful and caring musicians who use music to transform ourselves and the world.”

An active actor, collaborative pianist, and music director, Jonathan has performed and directed numerous theatre productions at multiple venues all over the country, including the Wildwood Performing Arts Center in Arkansas and the Carmel Civic Theatre in Indiana. As a member of several instrumental and vocal ensembles, Jonathan has performed internationally in Italy and Spain and nationally in Washington, California, Arkansas, Missouri, Indiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. He has also served in an advisory capacity to several organizations, including Teach for America: Greater Delta, the Green Fellowship, Arts KC, Andrews University, and Fountain City Performing Arts.

In his free time, he enjoys writing, reading, and playing tennis. He currently works as an artist model at the Kansas City Art Institute and accompanist at Blue Valley High School. You can find out more about him at his website: jonathandoram.com

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ACT 1

ACT 2

Jersey Boys

Early 80’s Medley

The Beatles Medley

George Michael Medley

(Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons) solo: Jonathon Thompson solo: Sean Carder

The Jackson 5 Medley

(I Want You Back, I’ll Be There, ABC) solo: Marcus Simmons (Friday), Arnav Rashid (Saturday), Grant Mayfield (Sunday) dancers: John Edmonds, Ma’Riece Johnson, Calvin Quattlebaum, Danny Shervington-Bair, Samuel Zorn

Intros and Riffs

featuring: Robert Lamar Sims

Crocodile Rock (Elton John)

Rocket Man

(Elton John) solo: David Loethen

I’m Still Standing

(Elton John) dancers: Payton Dishman, Scott Ferrell-Garcia, Eryk Larabee, David Loethen, Terraye "Ray" Watson

Queen Medley

(Somebody To Love, Under Pressure, We Are The Champions, Another One Bites the Dust)

(Let’s Dance, When Doves Cry Karma Chameleon) (Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go, Careless Whisper, Faith) solo: Christopher T. Roberts

Michael Jackson Medley

(Don’t Stop Till Ya Get Enough, Beat It, Black or White, Man in The Mirror) featuring: Aniseto Herrera-Lyell (KC Sunshine) as Michael Jackson dancers: Russ Czeschin, Jonathan Doram, Christopher T. Roberts, Anthony Robinson, Derek Thompson

Boy Band Mashup

(Everybody, I Want It That Way, It’s Gonna Be Me) dancers: John Edmonds, Ma’Riece Johnson, Calvin Quattlebaum, Danny Shervington-Bair, Samuel Zorn

What Makes You Beautiful (One Direction)

In My Blood

(Shawn Mendes) solo: Jonathan Bokay, Storm Davis

Sam Smith Medley

Superstition

(Stevie Wonder) featuring: The Heartaches

(Stay With Me, Unholy) solo: Payton Dishman (Friday), Aaron Dawson (Saturday), Darrik Moss (Sunday)

Earth, Wind & Fire Medley

Uptown Funk

(Fantasy, Shining Star, September)

The Village People Medley

(Y.M.C.A, In The Navy, Macho Man) solos: John Edmonds (Friday), Jordan Michels (Saturday), Charles Gilmore (Sunday) dancers: Payton Dishman, Scott Ferrell-Garcia, Eryk Larabee, David Loethen, Terraye "Ray" Watson

(Bruno Mars) dancers: Russ Czeschin, Jonathan Doram, Christopher T. Roberts, Anthony Robinson, Derek Thompson There will be one intermission immediately following the conclusion of Act 1.

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the voices of

HEARTLAND MEN′S CHORUS KANSAS CITY TENOR 1 Paul W. Backer ( 1991 ) Robert Bradbury ( 2013 ) Alex Brewer (2022) Sean Carder ( 2018 ) Aaron Dawson (2022) James Demaree ( 2021 ) Michael Derickson (2023) Trevor Drury (2023) ♥ Benjamin L. DuBois (2008) Christopher Gibson ( 1996 ) Charles Gilmore (2023) R Troy Hirsch (2023) ✚ Randall Humbird (2004) John Jeppson (2023) Jedidiah Kruger (2007) ♥ Pete Kuhn ( 2019 )  Dane Lackey (2024) Cole Langford-Braun (2023) Powell Minnis (2004) Darrell Naeger (2002) Justin Perryman (2022) Timothy M. Ryan ( 2016 ) ♥ Michael Schnetzer (2007) Michael Smith (2023) ✚♥ Wilson L. Welch ( 2011 ) Jeff Williams ( 1996 ) Ricky Wilson ( 2017 ) TENOR 2 John Ashton (2024) Evan Childress (2022) Jason Coats (2006) Parker Crist (2023) Russ Czeschin (2023) Storm Davis (2023) ♥ Payton Dishman (2023) Chance Donaldson (2023) Jonathan Doram (2020) Keith Grahl ( 1986 ) ♥ Scott Guerrero (2022) Jacob Horton ( 2019 ) Ma'Riece Johnson (2022) Jerryn Johnston (2022) ✚ Holden Kraus ( 2014 ) Eryk Larabee ( 2010) David Loethen ( 2018 ) ♥ Grant Mayfield (2022) Jordan Michels (2020) Matthew Miller (2022) ♥ Darrik Moss (2023) 

✚ Section Leaders

Brad Norris (2020) Bradley Petzold (2022) Jeffrey Porter (2022) Arnav Rashid (2023) ✚ Barry Regenold (2001) Christopher T. Roberts (2023) ♥ Brandon Shelton (2004) Danny Shervington-Bair (2022) Ron Simmons (2005) Ken Stewart ( 2019 ) Lucas Testib ( 2019 ) Jon Tyree (2020) ✚

BARITONE Mike Anderson ( 2017 ) Eric Aufdengarten (2007) Paul Budd (2000)  Jody Cates-Collins (2024) Tom Dillon ( 2015 ) John Edmonds ( 1995 )  Ethan Evans (2024) Scott Feaster ( 2013 ) Kevin Flesch (2023) David Grantham (2022) Lou Harris ( 1995 ) Tyler Harvey ( 2014 ) Chuck Henderson (2007) ✚ Randy Hite ( 1986 ) Ron Hobert (2023) Patrick Kelley ( 1996 ) Cory Marz (2022) Greg Maupins ( 1998 ) Ryan Neeland ( 2012 ) Ezra Ofregnbue (2022)  Brandon Park (2024) David Pasley (2006) ✚ Mark Patterson ( 2017 ) J.D. Perkins ( 1992 ) Kyle Phillips (2006) Joe Piatczyc (2022) T. Mark Plyler ( 2014 ) Bradley Pretzer (2023) Calvin Quattlebaum (2005) Ethan Ritschel (2023)

Michael Seely ( 2015 ) ♥ Marcus Simmons (2023) Kenneth Stewart (2023) Michael Stortz ( 2012 ) Jonathon Thompson (2023) K. Beacher Uptegrove (2007) Brian Walters (2022)

 New HMCKC Member

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Terraye "Ray" Watson (2024) Trey Witt ( 2016 ) Garrett L. Woods ( 2021 ) BASS Mario Alcantara ( 2013 ) Jonathan Bokay (2020) ♥ Adam Brown ( 2014 ) Jason Castaneda ( 2013 ) Daniel Conner (2023) Nick Coyan (2023) ♥ Benji Crow ( 2019 ) Jesse Davis (2008) Michael L. De Voe ( 2014 ) Steve Dodge ( 1995 ) Logan Edwards ( 2021 ) John Einck (2023) Paul Elo (2000) Scott C. England ( 1998 ) Scott Ferrell-Garcia (2022)  Eric Forseth (2024)  Kevin Girten (2024)  Andy Gosling (2024) ✚ Dustin Greer ( 2019 ) Darren Haun ( 1993 ) Dennis Hayden ( 1987 ) Jeremy Ingram (2023) Seth Langford-Braun (2023) Jesse Leimkuehler ( 2018 ) Bill Mitchell ( 2017 ) ♥ Anthony Robinson (2022) ♥ Tim Rowland (2023) John J. Sims ( 1997 )  Spencer Smith (2024) Derek Thompson ( 2012 ) ✚♥ Randall Wrisinger (2004) Travis Allen Zirkle ( 2015 ) ♥ Samuel Zorn (2009) HEARTLIGHT Dan Brown (2023) Kim Fitch Budd ( 2015 ) Larry Chester (2001) Levi Crane (2010)  Greg Davis (2006) Blaine Diaz (2010) Troy Johnson (2023) Daniel Lebovitz ( 2014 ) ✚ Shawn Moss (2022) Edward Wunderlich (2023)

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The year listed indicates the first year that the member participated in the Chorus.

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THE CREDITS hmckc staff Shawn Cullen | Artistic Director & Conductor Dudley Hogue | Executive Director Lamar Sims | Principal Accompanist Jonathan Doram | Assistant Conductor & Accompanist Mitch Weber | Communications Manager Brandon Shelton | Brand Manager Kelly Michale | Resident Stage & Production Manager

artistic team Kelly Michale | Resident Stage & Production Manager Nic Aldrich | Resident Audio Engineer Alex Perry | Resident Lighting Designer Sally Farrand | Assistant Lighting Designer Valerie Martin | Choreography Peige Turner | Resident ASL Interpreter Ryan Neeland | Associate Writer/Casting Associate Patrick Smith | Costume and Property Coordinator John Edmonds | Rehearsal Resource Coordinator (Video) Greg Maupins | Rehearsal Resource Coordinator (Video) Piper Brown | Production Assistant

folly staff & crew Nic Aldrich, Josh Beasley, Katie Combes, Trace Cruey, Simon Huntley, Dez Martin, Lee Saylor, Fulton Wilhelm

instrumentalists Lamar Sims | Piano/Principal Accompanist Zak Pischnotte | Tenor Sax/Flute Lyle Simposon | Trumpet Todd Gregory-Gibbs | Synthesizer Cynthia Egger | Electric Guitar Justin Henson | Electric Bass Ian McClaflin | Drums

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"Everybody" | Fatima Robinson *NSYNC | Darrin Henson

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Heartland Men’s Chorus Kansas City is the largest LGBTQIA+ cultural organization in the Great Plains. We’ve witnessed so many wonderful changes over our 38 years of singing, yet many challenges still exist, especially in Kansas and Missouri. Only with your support can we continue to make a difference!

ON THE BOOKS OR IN YOUR HEART Despite the progress and setbacks in the Supreme Court or in the voting booth, people make decisions based upon what is in their hearts and minds. That’s why HMCKC creates programming that is musically excellent and socially relevant at a time when people are seeking clarity and understanding of neighbors, friends, family members and themselves.

HMCKC SERVES THE COMMUNITY When Heartland Men’s Chorus sings, the entire community benefits. We have also sung at hundreds of events in support of area non-profit organizations including the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Fund, Literacy Kansas City, UMKC Pride Breakfast and so many more.

It’s not fake news when The Kansas City Star writes: “Heartland Men’s Chorus is one of the most beloved artistic institutions in Kansas City.”

A NATIONAL REPUTATION HMCKC is recognized as one of the premier LGBTQIA+ choruses in the nation from an artistic and administrative perspective. HMCKC is widely respected for its performances at national GALA Choruses Festivals, statewide conferences and performances throughout the region. Being a leading arts organization is only possible with strong commitment from our members, staff and patrons. Thank you for your support of our voices and our mission.

YOUR SUPPORT IS VITAL Your tax-deductible contribution can be mailed to: Heartland Men’s Chorus Kansas City, PO Box 32374, Kansas City, MO 64171-5374. You can also contact us by phone at (816) 931-3338 or by e-mail at hmc@hmckc.org. Even faster and easier is the option to make a secure contribution online at hmckc.org – just click the “Donate” button on the Support page. All donors to the Annual Fund are acknowledged in our programs for a period of 12 months from the date of donation. We strive to keep this list as accurate as possible. If you find a discrepancy, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

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HEARTLAND SOUL

Heartland Soul is an esteemed group that supports the Heartland Men’s Chorus with individual unrestricted gifts of $750 or more each year. Members recognize that the Chorus provides a unique voice in the arts in the Kansas City metro area and surrounding region, and that through music we can truly make a difference. They also recognize that HMCKC is a proud and affirming presence for the LGBTQIA+ community and beyond. Heartland Soul members know that their financial support allows HMCKC to continue its mission and vision with programming that not only entertains, but changes hearts and minds.

HEARTLAND SOUL MEMBERS RECEIVE SEVERAL BENEFITS: • Invitation to Heartland Soul Receptions • Invitation to guest artist receptions (when applicable) to meet guest artists and learn about the “behind the scenes” preparation of HMCKC programs.

• Free parking in the adjacent garage for all of our concerts.

• Preferred subscriber upgrades for season tickets.

• Honorary numbered Heartland Soul lapel pin denoting membership.

The following people are the current members of Heartland Soul. We gratefully thank them for their generous support of the music and mission of Heartland Men’s Chorus.

Bruce Anderson Eric Aufdengarten & Joe Nadeau Cris Barnes Richard Barrett & Derek McDonald Dan & Sharon Brown Kim & Paul Budd Jason Castaneda Bob Claassen Diane Conner Bob Cody Craig Coen Paul Elo & Steve Dodge Sally Firestone Kevin Flesch Chris Gibson

Keith Grahl & Harry Anderson David Grantham Alan Grimes Jeff Halpern William & Paula Hankins Dudley Hogue Newt Jones & Jim Corrick Nancy Kain Jim Kogel & Larry Haromon Michelle LaPointe Brian Larios & Chuck Harper Carl Manning Shawn & Darrik Moss Kenton McNeill Patricia Miles

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The Heartland Men’s Chorus Endowment Fund has received tax-deductible contributions of more than $500,000. Administered by the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation, the Endowment Fund is a resource that ensures the long-term financial health of the Chorus. The fund was created in 1998 to honor Bill Casey and Reuben Reynolds for their years of service to the Chorus. Additional fundraising efforts have been made in honor of former Artistic Director, Dr. Joe Nadeau (2013), and former Executive Director, Mr. Rick Fisher (2022). Join this special list of donors by contacting the chorus office at hmc@hmckc.org or 816-931-3338..

PRODUCER’S CIRCLE..........................................................................................................................................

Estate of Joan Hubbard Estate of Richard & Virginia Nadeau

Estate of Jerry Van Allen

CONDUCTOR’S CIRCLE.......................................................................................................................................

Bruce W. Anderson Estate of Richard Firestone Steve Metzler and Brian Williams Annette N. Morgan

Rev. Carol Stubbs Smith Gary Smith Scott C. Williams

DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE............................................................................................................................................

Charles E. Burch, Jr. in memory of Raymond E. Boring, DC Scott Francis Mary Kay McPhee & William Pfeiffer, Sr.

William E. Pfeiffer, Jr. Reuben M. Reynolds III & Bill Casey Mike Sigler

MAJOR BENEFACTOR..........................................................................................................................................

Chris Abele Sally A. Firestone Philanthropic Fund Fred D. Fowler, MD & Ernest L. Williams Michelle LaPointe

Gifts in Memory of Tim Mulvany Carol & Don Nistler Anonymous, in Memory of Steve Blevins

BENEFACTOR........................................................................................................................................................

Dave Baellow George K. Baum Foundation Chris Beal & Tim Van Zandt Dr. Robert Claassen Robert J. Cody Steve Dodge & Paul Elo Mark Ensman & Noel Nothern Dan Flannery Steve Geiermann & Quenten Schumacher Christopher Gibson

Mark Giersch & Dr. Jesse Roberts Fred Holtz Emmet M. Morris, Jr. Allen Noel G. Mark Sappington & David S. McGee, DCM Cliff Schiappa Kendrick T. Wallace Don W. White & Greg Thurman Kevin W. White Keith & Anne Wiedenkeller

PATRON..................................................................................................................................................................

Terry Anderson & Michael Henry Jess Barnett Richard Barrett & Derek McDonald Paul & Kim Budd Mark Dreiling Stephanie Dutton Alan & Susie Forker Dr. Alan Grimes Jim Kogel & Larry Harmon David Hunker

Dan Meiners J. David Miller C. Michel Minor & Scott Tansey Scott Reynolds & Klate Reimer Sandy Schermerhorn & Martha Boyd Jerry Schiermeyer Tom Sullivan & Pat Kelley Michel L. Tisdale Lee Vandenbos Ron Williams

ENDOWMENT FUND

SPONSOR...............................................................................................................................................................

Sheldon Andrew Eric Aufdengarten & Dr. Joe Nadeau Cris Barnes Hon. Kay Waldo Barnes Phyllis Becker & Mark Schroer C. L. Boice & B. L. Kincaid Dr. Jim Brandt Ron Bross James Carver John & Kari Clark Kathy & Jim Dunn Joshua Farrell Emily Fowler Gifts in memory of Nick Gold Bill & Paula Hankins Mark Hayes & Mike Irwin Chris Hernandez & Paul Monteil Lisa Hickok Randy Hite

Dudley Hogue Dan Hubbard & Ron Smith Dr. Thomas R. Hunt Beth Ingram Brad Johnson Kirby McCullough & Dan Auman P. Alan McDermott Michelle & Dan McElroy Eric Morey & Dustin Greer Todd Neff Kenneth F. Ruhnke Steven L. Sanders Steven F. Smith Dennis Sondker Barbara & Ralph Trites Bob Washburn Todd Wegener James & Jan Wrolstad Ina Kay Zimmerman

SUBSCRIBER..........................................................................................................................................................

Tyrone Aiken Robert Anesi & Joe Garza Bruce & Anne Bagley Regina Bartlett Gretchen Blythe & Phil Minix Dan & Sharon Brown Jeannette & Stephen Bruns Will Cooper & Richard Daut Robert V. Deal Dave Draper SuEllen & Harvey Fried David & Peggy Graham Brad Harris Richard Held Rob Hill Stacey Hite Larry Houlton David H. Hughes, Jr. TK Hyatt & Bill Noonan Peter Keeble Joanne Kolosic Dan Kramer John Mark Lambertson John Leakey & Vernon Register Tom Maddox & Randy Clark Greg Maupins Michael Menghini & Mike Shores

Ralph Oliva Gertrude Field Oliver Joan S. Olsen Alison & Steve Paddock Brian Partlow & Stuart Woody Richard I. Preis Kirk & Kim Reid Daniel Rice Dr. Donald A. Rosenfield Lea & Marianne Rowland Michael Sattler Matt Schulte Michael Seely & Michael Patch Joanie Shoemaker Jacqueline Collins Sigler Jim & Aggie Stackhaus Jarene & Lee Stanford Bradley E. Steffen John & Suzie Stutzer Ellis Thigpen Frank Tubbert Joann Usher & Connie Nyman Gerald Valet Judy Wegener-Stevens Don D. White Barb Wilson & Michelle Fox Sheri & Bob Wood

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ENDOWMENT FUND

DONOR...................................................................................................................................................................

Lynn & Bob Alfers Carol Arnold Julia Bacon Charles Ballew & Michael Paque Donna Blackwell Mark Bourne & Rod Wilcoxen Ken & Lisa Burden John Corbaley & Jim Dronberger Dennis L. Dobson Ann Duer Jean Dunlap Janice E. Durrett Mac Fechtling John W. Green Debra & Keith Hohly Ann W. Hunt

Ann Johnson Kenneth J. LaBudde Liz Miller & Lindy Eakin Susan C. Moehl Judy K. Mullen Joyce C. Palmer in honor of Thomas H. Sullivan, J.D. Matthew Powell & Daniel Allen Mark Raduziner & Mike Slater Clay H. Rawhouser Emilee Rose & Tim McMulin Matthew E. Rowland Steve & Vicki Scanlon Shalon Fund Diane & Wilson Stafford Marian Thomas

FRIEND....................................................................................................................................................................

Doralee Bader Jay Bosch & Bill Ruprecht Rev. Michael Brecke Jacqueline Engman David Follmer Lewis Gowin Ken & Jeanette Grenz Shirley Grove Molly & Hall Harsh Carol Havenner Anson Kibby Virginia Long

Belinda Rea Manos Dennis Mosby Emaline Newton Kip Niven Becky & Rob Parrott Peg Prendergast & Shannon Hennessy Dana Russell Gary & Michelle Salzman Gifts in memory of John R. Sigler Jeff Spangler & Ceton Van Meter Don & Nancy Thomas

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AD ASTRA Latin, meaning “to the stars.” this phrase symbolizes our feelings for the members of HMCKC who have passed ad astra.

Kirk A. Andersen Steven Andrew Buzz Armknecht Rodney L. Bake Anthony Baptist Ralph Behrens Charles Beitler Cindy Bixby David Bond Ron Bross Steven L. Brown Phil Bundy Jim Burrus Robert Busby Steven Capeder John Carey Bill Casey Dick Caskey Thomas D. Clark Byron Coleman James Costa John P. Cousins Lee Crawford Blaine Diaz David Dowler Gerald Downs-Gregory Mark Dreiling Richard Duran Steve Eagan Ken Elder

John C. England Gina Scaggs Epifano James Ford Fred D. Fowler M.D. Monte Fritts Robert Garza Bob Glinn Tony Head Marc Hein Judy Hiebert Richard Hill Jason Huber-Fredin Adam B. Hulstine Dr. Thomas R. Hunt Mark Hutchens Paul Ingold Kevin Jordan Fr. Ambrose Karels Steven Jeffrey Karlin Dan Keith David Killmeyer Fr. Steve LaPrad Jim LaRoche Les Longberg Dennis Lowery Troy Malone Kelly Marzett Rick McAdams David Ray McGlothlin Brian McLothlin Steve Mehmert

C. Stephen Metzler Clay Miller J. David Miller Tim Moore Lance Moorman Annette N. Morgan Joseph Neal Jeff Nichols Jesse Penley J. David Perkins Jan Potter Molly Proffer Todd W. Rice Franklin Rieske George A. Robb Dr. Don Rosenfield Barry Scanlan Neil Shasteen Jerry E. Sims Alex Smith Phil Smith Jarene Stanford Yul Stell Rande Stewart Robert D. Sullivan D.A. Thomas Greg Thomas Ernie Williams Scott C. Williams Frank Woltkamp

they have all been stars in our eyes.

heartland men's chorus

LEGACY SOCIETY Through a bequest to Heartland Men’s Chorus, you can show your continued support for our work. Heartland Men’s Chorus Legacy Society is a group of donors who have remembered the Chorus in their estate planning. A list of Legacy Society members will be included in each program. Dudley Hogue, Executive Director of the Chorus, can assist you with any contribution plans or questions you might have. Our mailing address: Heartland Men’s Chorus, PO Box 32374, Kansas City, MO 64171-5374. Our office phone number is (816) 931-3338.

You may e-mail us at hmc@hmckc.org. Our tax ID is 43-1490366.

LEGACY SOCIETY MEMBERS Chris Abele Lee Adams Norm Arbo Mark Besinger David Brija-Towery Mike Brown Tom Brusnahan Don Carrel Robert J. Cody Howard Collinson Chris Curry Dean Dachenhausen Greg Davis Russell Derringer Steve Dodge Paul Elo Rick Fisher Mark Giersch Jim Harlow Rob Hill Randy Hite Larry Houlton Steven L. Huyser Phillip Jamieson Bob Jackson Patrick Kelley John Mark Lambertson

Robert C. Lee Powell Minnis Darrell Naeger Mark Patterson Michael Phelps Barry Regenold Damon Roberts Jesse Roberts, MD Don Robertson Steven L. Sanders Cliff Schiappa Mike Sigler Rev. Carol Stubbs Smith Kevin C. Smith Jarene & Lee Stanford Ben Studebaker Tom Sullivan John F. Underwood Lee Vandenbos David Vaughn Todd Wegener Don D. White Kevin White Keith & Anne Wiedenkeller Edward Wigley Brian Williams Ron Williams

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BECOME PART OF THE MUSIC our vision Singing to inspire a world of love and acceptance

There is room for everyone in Heartland Men’s Chorus Kansa City: singers, non-singers, men, women, old or young. You can become a part of Kansas City’s most unique Chorus!

INTERESTED IN SINGING WITH HEARTLAND MEN’S CHORUS? Auditions for new singers take place at the beginning of each concert cycle, in September, January and April.

First, come check us out! You’ll have a chance to get to know us by coming to our first two rehearsals of the concert cycle on Tuesdays from 6:30–9:30 p.m. in Founder’s Hall at Grace & Holy Trinity Cathedral (13th Street and Broadway in downtown Kansas City, MO). Contact the chorus office (hmc@hmckc.org) so we’re ready to welcome you! After that, you’ll schedule a short vocal audition with our artistic director. If all goes well, the final step is attending our New Member Orientation and you’re in! If you can’t wait, or you’ve missed the start of the cycle, you are invited to visit rehearsal any time.

INTERESTED IN NON-SINGING OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE CHORUS? Those who don’t sing or can’t make the weekly rehearsal commitment are invited to join our nonsinging fifth section, HeartLight. This group gives an opportunity for interested people to be members of the Chorus and provide a wide range of essential support functions. HeartLight members are incorporated into Chorus events as their personal schedules permit. If you would like to know more about HeartLight, or you would like to volunteer specific skills to the Chorus, please contact the Chorus office at (816) 931-3338 or hmc@hmckc.org.

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RISE UP JUNE 15-16

C. STEPHEN METZLER HALL AT THE FOLLY THEATER Tickets only available at HMCKC.ORG

2023-2024 SEASON SHAWN CULLEN

artistic director & conductor