"Langley Choirs Give Back!"

2006-07 was an exciting one for Langley choirs, due in no small part to achieving our goal of purchasing a Steinway Grand Piano for the stage.   Understanding how extremely fortunate we are to have the support of such generous parents and friends in the Langley community, 2007-08 will find us reaching out to those who are less fortunate. As the school year progresses, check back here to learn more about how "Langley Choirs Give Back"!

Voicemale Gives Back with Heart!  On Valentine's Day, Voicemale sang "My Girl" to twelve lucky girls  during 7th period. They also sang to a number of teachers and the front office staff!  Donations for their "singing valentine" will be split equally between the American Heart Association and the Spring Trip.  Thanks, gentlemen, for spreading the Valentine's spirit not only through the halls of Langley but to the AHA!

The Madrigals Give Back!  On February 4th, the Madrigals performed at The Virginian, a retirement residence, as part of our "giving  back" campaign.  Choir parent Betsy Hubbell, who attended the performance, wrote "The residents were soooo impressed with these kids, their commitment, their intellect, and talents.  They really gushed about the performance, costumes, and discipline these kids exhibited.  It was a great success!"  
 

The Women's Chamber Choir Gives Back!  United Airlines and Hospice Care of Virginia would like to say "thank you" to the Women's Chamber Choir for volunteering their time to give back to the community.
 
Women's Chamber performed Saturday, December 8th, at Dulles Airport.  United Airlines hosted a "Fantasy Flight" for children who are terminally ill.  All the children and their families were given boarding passes to the North Pole.  After entering through security, they boarded their flight, and while the plane taxied around the runway, the children were treated to the movie Mickey's Christmas.   A half an hour later, the children exited the plane at a different gate, into the "North Pole"!  The employees at United worked for weeks on the decorations, and even had it snowing when the children came off the plane! Santa, Mrs. Claus, all the elves, and even Ronald McDonald were there and our Women's Chamber Choir performed Christmas carols.

Diane Anderson, parent of WCC Junior, Caroline Anderson, writes, "When the choir was done, the children wanted to make "special requests" so our girls all sat on the floor and began singing whatever Christmas songs were requested.  It was such a sweet time and parents were taking pictures of their children dancing and hugging.  One of the little girls even asked if they were all princesses."  A heartwarming and wonderful day!

 LHS Choirs Give Back!  On Saturday, October 20th, Madrigals, Women's Chamber Choir, and Voicemale gave back to the community by performing as part of Churchill Road Elementary School's 50th Anniversary "Homecoming" Celebration. From "Runaround Sue" to "Unforgettable" and "Hit Me with a Hote Note," LHS students delivered a fun time for all, while helping to support the efforts of one of our pyramid schools as well.  Some of our students had fun as well!

Jamaica is often thought of as a fun vacation spot with white sand and sparkling turquoise waters but beyond the all-inclusive resorts there lives a large population of poor and underserved people.  As a member of a team put together by HOPE worldwide, senior James Rosenquist (Madrigals, Concert Choir) spent some time in Kingston, Jamaica serving on HOPE Youth Corps.  His team worked to refurbish a medical clinic in downtown Kingston where many people come to receive medical care for a reduced rate.  He also spent time working with children at an orphanage, where he quickly became what his other team members described as a “human jungle gym” since the kids were often seen climbing all over him.  When the team of young people arrived each morning to spend time with the orphans, the children would stream out of their crowded home and straight into the hearts of the volunteers.  Langley Chorus played a special part of this service since James took a large suitcase full of the LHS flip flops to give to the children and other people in Jamaica who needed them.  The shoes were quickly distributed to many grateful children and adults alike who were excited to get new shoes – thank you, James, for helping Langley Chorus to “give back”!