HOLIDAY MUSIC!!

Performances will be as follows:Dec 19 ensemble performances:

Highlands Ranch Library: December 13, 1:30-3:30 PM (followed by CCHS Christmas Party)
St. Anthony Central: December 19, 12:30 - 2:30 PM, 4231 W. 16th Ave., Denver
Wide Horizon (Nursing Care), 3:30-4:30 PM, 8900 W. 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge

The remaining practice dates are as follows. Please attend all the remaining rehearsals!

November 1: Koelbel Library - Sunday

November 15: Unity Church - 2:00 PM (Harp Circle time will be used for practice) - Sunday

November 29: Koelbel Library - Dress Rehearsal - Sunday

December 12: Koelbel Library Room A, 9:30 - 12:00 (if necessary)

Music List:

Harpeggios

1. It Came Upon a Midnight Clear (Glick) CCHS

2. Joy to the World (Glick) CCHS

3. First Noel (Glick) CCHS

4. Away in a Manger (Glick) CCHS

5. Ye Banks and Braes (Weidensaal) CCHS

6. Masters in This Hall (McDermott - Traditional French) CCHS -- NEW

7. Whence Comes This Rush of Wings (McDermott-Traditional French) CCHS – NEW (Kathleen – vocal)

8. Silent Night (Whitman) HRH and Harpeggios

9. Let There Be Peace on Earth (McGaughey and Whitman) Two Parts -- NEW

10. Carol of the Bells (Bonnie Mohr) Unison

11. When Christ was Born* (Yuletide Treasures -- Friou and Lane – NEW

12. O Holy Night (Sylvia Woods) (Penny – Vocal)

13. Soulin’/God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen (Yuletide Treasures -- Friou and Lane) – NEW

14. Cold and Raw* (Yuletide Treasures -- Friou and Lane) – NEW

15. Bygone Days

Highlands Ranch Harpestry

Lisa’s Ensemble (Highlands Ranch Harpestry - HRH)

1. Christmas Canon (Whitman) HRH (some) and CCHS -- NEW

2. Noel Nouvelet (Whitman) HRH and CCHS -- NEW

3. Angels We Have Heard (Whitman) HRH only

4. I Saw Three Ships HRH only

5. Silent Night (Sylvia Woods) HRH followed by Silent Night (Whitman)--Harpeggios

Retreat Memories!

A wonderful weekend of
excellent companionship,
workshops, wine, good food,
fresh mountain air
combine to create
unforgettable harp memories!
Click on "slideshow" above on the right to see photos!

Lisa, Carolyn and Joanna Play for Glory Luncheon

On Saturday, April 25, 2009, Lisa, Carolyn and Joanna played at the Third Annual Glory Luncheon. Susan St. James who has been a volunteer for the Special Olympics since 1972, gave a moving speech emphasizing the need for support to benefit intellectually challenged adults.

Susan St. James poses with Lisa at the Glory Luncheon

Susan St. James Guest Speaker at the Glory Luncheon

Things to do if you are a CCHS member!

As members of the CCHS, you are invited to attend Harp Circles You are also welcome to play with an existing ensemble or form your own ensemble. The music can easily be adapted to your level so there is no need to feel intimidated if you are a beginner or just want to ease up a little while honing your skill. With the summer festivals coming soon, you might wish to help out by performing alone or in a small group at the site of Dave Kolacny's tent. Contact Dave to set up a time.

The CCHS has a library of music which you may check out. You may also decide to buy your own music. See the link to Dave Kolacny below.

Don't forget the monthly harp circles to help establish contacts and pick up a few pointers. If you want to form a group for fun or to play gigs, email or call Penny Anderson or any board member and that person will be happy to work with you to create a group and pass along ideas for gigs.

WOOF WOOF: Time for PUPPY CHOW!

Here is Kathleen's recipe for Puppy Chow. Enjoy!

Chex Muddy Buddies/Puppy Chow

9 cups Rice Chex cereal
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup peanut butter
¼ butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1 ½ cups powdered sugar

Measure cereal into a large bowl.
Set aside a microwavable bowl.
Microwave the chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter on high 1 minute; stir, microwave about 30 seconds longer or until mixture can be stirred smooth.
Stir in vanilla.
Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated.
Pour into a 2 gallon food storage plastic bag.
Add powdered sugar. Seal bag, shake until well coated. Spread on waxed paper to cool.