[NEohioPAL]North Coast Men's Chorus Receives Grant From American Express

Tue Oct 28 07:36:47 PST 2003

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northcoast men’s chorus

richard cole, music director

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Contact:  

Steven J. Louzos

1024 East 174th Street

Cleveland, OH  44119

216.531.3156

sjlouzos at yahoo.com

www.ncmchorus.org 

November 28, 2003

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North Coast Men’s Chorus Receives $15,000 Grant From American Express

CLEVELAND – American Express Financial Services has renewed its commitment to the North Coast Men’s Chorus at a 50% increase over last year’s support, raising its gift to $15,000.  The purpose of the grant is to raise the visibility of the Chorus in the Greater Cleveland area.  

Last year’s grant enabled the North Coast Men’s Chorus to vastly expand its advertising and public relations efforts, resulting in significant growth in both audience numbers and the singing membership.    

A significant proportion of the North Coast Men’s Chorus’ audience represents Gay and Lesbian couples.  American Express has recognized the uniqueness of these relationships and successfully provides financial services to the Gay and Lesbian community.   

“American Express has an impressive and consistent history of supporting Gay and Lesbian organizations, “ said Music Director Richard Cole, adding, “We’re delighted they have chosen us to carry their banner for Northeast Ohio.” 

Perhaps the highest profile gay organization in Northeast Ohio, the North Coast Men’s Chorus has grown to over 100 singing members, under the direction of Music Director, Richard Cole. 

The Chorus’ season comprises two performances each of three different programs:  “Sugar Plum Fairies” on December 21 and 21; “Only In The Movies” on March 27 and 28; and “Pride & Joy” on June 19 and 20.  Additionally, the Chorus and its small ensemble, The Coastliners, frequently perform at numerous special events in the Greater Cleveland area, most recently at the 13th Annual Dr. John Carey Memorial AIDS Walk/Run in September.

The all volunteer organization, founded in 1988 is a community based musical organization which affirms the gay experience by presenting entertaining, quality performances for diverse audiences; providing a supportive environment for its members; and promoting a positive presence in the gay community and beyond.

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Steven J. Louzos
1024 East 174th Street
Cleveland, OH  44119

216-531-3156

sjlouzos at yahoo.com

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<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 150%">Last year’s grant enabled the North Coast Men’s Chorus to vastly expand its advertising and public relations efforts, resulting in significant growth in both audience numbers and the singing membership.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes">    </SPAN></P>
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<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 150%">A significant proportion of the North Coast Men’s Chorus’ audience represents Gay and Lesbian couples.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </SPAN>American Express has recognized the uniqueness of these relationships and successfully provides financial services to the Gay and Lesbian community.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes">   </SPAN></P>
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<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 150%">“American Express has an impressive and consistent history of supporting Gay and Lesbian organizations, “ said Music Director Richard Cole, adding, “We’re delighted they have chosen us to carry their banner for Northeast Ohio.” </P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 150%">Perhaps the highest profile gay organization in Northeast Ohio, the North Coast Men’s Chorus has grown to over 100 singing members, under the direction of Music Director, Richard Cole. </P>
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<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 150%">The Chorus’ season comprises two performances each of three different programs:<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </SPAN>“Sugar Plum Fairies” on December 21 and 21; “Only In The Movies” on March 27 and 28; and “Pride & Joy” on June 19 and 20.<SPAN style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </SPAN>Additionally, the Chorus and its small ensemble, The Coastliners, frequently perform at numerous special events in the Greater Cleveland area, most recently at the 13<SUP>th</SUP> Annual Dr. John Carey Memorial AIDS Walk/Run in September.</P>
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<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 150%">The all volunteer organization, founded in 1988 is a community based musical organization which affirms the gay experience by presenting entertaining, quality performances for diverse audiences; providing a supportive environment for its members; and promoting a positive presence in the gay community and beyond.</P>
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<DIV>216-531-3156</DIV>
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<DIV><A href="mailto:sjlouzos at yahoo.com">sjlouzos at yahoo.com</A></DIV>
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