Photos -- Men’s Chorale rings in the season
Photos by Antonia Padilla, December 14, 2009
The Alamo City Men’s Chorale presented their Holiday concert last weekend and proved once again that they are one of our community’s greatest artistic assets.

Men’s Choral announces 23rd season
QSanAntonio.com, November 20, 2009

The Alamo City Men’s Chorale this week announced details of their 23rd season of performances under the baton of their new Artistic Director, Dr David Lingle. (See related story below.)

All three of this season’s concerts will be presented at the Travis Park United Methodist Church at 230 E. Travis Street in downtown San Antonio.

"The Chorale is looking forward to an exciting new season with the San Antonio performing arts community, " said Gail Barnhart, Chairman of the ACMC Board of Directors.

Barnhart added that for the first time ever, ACMC has been invited to participate in the 2009 Ford Holiday River Parade on Friday, November 27. Tickets to the parade can be obtained by calling the Paseo Del Rio Association at 210- 227-4262.

Below are details of the remaining concernts of the ACMC 2009-2010 season.

"All Men on Deck" March 13 & 14, 2010
This fully staged concert begins on the deck of the HMS Pinafore and swiftly transports you to the deck of the Broadway stage. Along the way you will find musck from "South Pacific" and "Once Upon This Island." The musical travelogue continues the journey from the Seen Seas to the Shenandoah River Valley.

"A Brand New Day" June 19 & 20, 2009
You will think that "Mama Mia" is ling in the Age of Aquarius, and that She Loves You in spite of your "Hair." This is an uplifting, rollicking and inspiring salute to the music of the 60s, 70s and 80s. Your nostalgic journey will include music from the Beatles to the Fifth Dimension, from "The Man of La Mancha" to "The Wiz."

For tickets and more information call 210-495-7464.

Men’s Chorale welcomes new Artistic Director
QSanAntonio.com, September 5, 2009

The Board of Directors of the Alamo City Men’s Chorale announced this week that they hired Dr. David Lingle as the group’s Artistic Director. Lingle is a native of Northern Wisconsin and is currently Artistic Director of the Telluride (Colorado) Choral Society.

Lingle’s background is grounded in choral music with degrees in choral conducting, music theory and composition, and choral and voice. In addition, he has taught at schools throughout the Midwest; conducted the Tulsa Community College Choral Festival, Tulsa Philharmonic, Tulsa Bach Chorale and Orchestra and his own composition, "A Service of Light," on the ABC Television Network.

Lingle's background includes working on the stage productions for the Tulsa Ballet, Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Tulsa, Theater Tulsa, City Arts-Tulsa and the Discoveryland Theater. He also has composed works for various children and adult programs.

Currently serving as Artistic Director of the Telluride Choral Society, Lingle’s hectic schedule includes the group’s annual WinterSing and SpringSing Concerts, a Children Chorus concert series and a Masterworks series.

Lingle will serve as Artistic Director for both the Men's Chorale and the Alamo City Ensemble Singers.

Dr. Lingle will be opening the Chorale’s 23rd season with a holiday concert titled "Good Ale-Good Cheer." The performance will feature a unique mix of men’s drinking songs and holiday music including selections from The Student Prince and When Icicles Hang. One highlight of the concert will be Lingle’s own composition Misa Criolla sung in Spanish.

Rehearsals for the new season begin on September 8 and the Chorale extends an invitation for male singers to come in for an audition. For more information about ACMC’s upcoming season or to schedule an audition contact Sharon Wallace at 210-495-SING.

Alamo City Men's Chorale, "Luscious Lusty Latin" June 20, 2009, Photos by Antonia Padilla

Pasta and Tosca a celebration with Italian style
Photos by Antonia Padilla, QSanAntonio, July 16, 2008

The Alamo City Men's Chorale annual Sizzle fundraiser embraced all things Italian with "Pasta and Tosca" held on July 12 in the lush backyard of a home in the Manor Estates on the city's far Northside. The evening included a menu of Italian food and wine, a silent auction and spontaneous musical performances including a lip-synched number by Leonard Juarez in a red and green outfit with a pasta-inspired headdress. Raffle tickets were sold by shirtless vendors in red checkered skirts.

Men’s Chorale hires new Executive Director
QSanAntonio, July 12, 2008

The Board of Directors of the Alamo City Men’s Chorale has hired Sharon Wallace as their new Executive Director. Wallace will oversee and manage all administrative aspects of the ACMC, including fundraising, marketing, finance, and Board and community relations.

Wallace is a native Texan with a Master of Arts degree in American Studies from the University of Texas at Austin and a long career in the public sector. She has worked in senior positions at state agencies including the Texas Department of Aging and Disability, the Texas Department of Human Services and the Texas Department of Human Resources. Wallace also served as the Director of Library Services for the Red River County Public Library in Clarksville, Texas.

Wallace comes to the Alamo City Men’s Chorale as it begins to plan its twenty-second year of concert performances that begin in December.

"We are looking forward to having Sharon on-board just in time for our next season," says Dr. Bobby J. Jones, President of the ACMC membership. "She brings with her extensive management experience culled from a long and distinguished career. Her background working with government and civic organizations will prove invaluable as the Chorale moves forward into the future."

Photos: ACMC concert filled with toe-tapping rock and roll
QSanAntonio, June 22, 2008
The Alamo City Men’s Chorale finished off their 21st season with a selection of oldies but goodies at the their June 21 "Let’s Go to the Hop!" concert under the direction of Artistic Director Jennifer Whatley.