The Governors General Independence Concert Series At Christ Church Cathedral   Nassau, The Bahamas

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As it has been for centuries, The Church, primarily through its cathedrals has been a great supporter of the arts in general and of music in particular. Christ Church Cathedral, through its choirs, has been a center for church music however  in years past, many  other forms of culture, including drama, have been performed here at Christ Church. In this vein, we at Christ Church Cathedral are seeking to preserve this legacy by establishing the Governors General Independence Concert Series(GGICS) Former Governors General Sir Clifford Darling GCVO., JP and Sir Orville Turnquest GCMG., QC., JP., LLB have agreed to serve as patrons of the series.    The first  of these events is scheduled for July 2005.  Mr. Matthew Steynor, a former organist at the  Cathedral will return to give a recital featuring the music of American composers, in celebration of American Independence and under the patronage of Mr. John Rood, Ambassador to The Bahamas.  On 10th July, Mr. Cleveland Williams, renowned Bahamian Baritone and an alumnus of Christ Church Cathedral Men and Boys Choir, will perform in concert.  His voice recital will be a musical tribute to Bahamian Independence. The series will be  an annual event, therefore we are seeking donations to endow the series.  Of course, the potential benefit to the community from this initial investment will continue  for  years to come. The proceeds from both of the July 2005 recitals will be donated to the medical fund of  Mr. Donald Campbell, a faithful member of our music department, who has just undergone back surgery and will require extensive rehabilitation. We therefore  urge you to make a contribution to the development of the arts, particularly the music of  Christ Church Cathedral by participating in one of the sponsorship programmes, which is detailed on our Sponsorship page.

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