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Winter O'NeaLetter, 2003: Previous Page, Next Page, Contents |
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As Board Chairman, I am charged with the responsibility of leading the organization both administratively and fiscally, thus achieving balance between the MOS artistic goals and the availability of funds to support these goals. Over the years, we have been fortunate to have support from the business community, philanthropic organizations, and gracious individuals like you. This support, along with responsible management of the organization, has allowed us to operate without a deficit… maintaining our high standards for quality performances. Although this is good news for the MOS, the arts community is feeling the lingering effects of September 11 and a struggling economy. This has resulted in fewer ticket sales and reductions in individual, as well as, corporate/philanthropic financial support. Our strategic plan outlines our desire to remain fiscally sound while growing The Michael O'Neal Singers artistically… something that will require the continued support of our patrons and others who have so generously given to us in the past. Being able to offer a wider variety of choral music with nationally known soloists and the best instrumentalists translates into the need for continued financial support. I trust that each of you shares our vision for the Michael O'Neal Singers and will respond accordingly as we move through our 2002-2003 concert season and beyond! LEE HERRING, Chairman of the MOS Board of Directors, has been singing with the full chorus for 13 seasons and as a member of the Chamber Singers for 11 seasons. He served as Chorus President 1998-2000 and has been an active member of the Board of Directors for five years. A graduate of Jacksonville State University, Lee has over 30 years of vocal performance at a variety of venues in the Atlanta area as well as throughout the Southeast. He has been featured as tenor soloist with MOS on numerous occasions, and performs as soloist for the 6500- member Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church in Marietta and Cumming First United Methodist Church. Lee is the Territorial Sales Manager for the Allstate Insurance Company. |
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Let me begin by wishing you a very Happy New Year and thanking each of you for your support of The Michael O'Neal Singers. We
appreciate your attendance at our concerts and are grateful for the financial support you provide, making it possible for us to offer the highest quality choral performance available in our area!
