- SINGERS WANTED!
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Date Posted: Mon, 11 Nov 2024
We're always on the lookout for enthusiastic voices in all vocal ranges to join our friendly and passionate chorus.
Whether you're a tenor, lead, baritone, or bass, we invite you to join us! Music reading is not a requirement.
Rehearsals are held every Tuesday at 7:15 pm at Westminster United Church, Mississauga.Attachment: 
- Grace Lawrence Memoriam
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Date Posted: Thu, 31 Oct 2024When you meet someone for the first time you never know how much that person will enrich
your life. The first time I met Grace was when she walked into Ontario Heartland’s
rehearsal room during a guest night we were having, in the hope of adding new voices to
our chorus.
At the end of the evening as she was leaving, I asked if she would be coming back. The
following week, her sister Monica showed up instead! She told me Grace sent her to tell me
she would be back in two weeks (though we wouldn’t find out they were sisters till several
months later).
Et Voila I personally became the beneficiary of the two best friends I’ve had in my history
with Sweet Adelines. Our chorus would revel in the fact that with the addition of
those lady’s beautiful voices, for twenty plus years we also got to enjoy warm-ups to
Calipso music!
Our Grace was always one of those members who step forward to take on the more arduous
chorus tasks: fundraising, costumes, competition coordinator, or any project that nobody
really wanted.
Now that God has called Grace home, we take comfort in the belief that she and Monica are reunited and enjoying
those heavenly harmonies.
Rita, retired member, on behalf of The Heartland Singers
- The Heartland Singers win 1st place at the 2024 Division A Competition for 3rd year in a row
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Date Posted: Sat, 20 Apr 2024
After another year of coaching, hard work and resilience in our ever-changing world, The Heartland Singers have again earned the top spot in the A Division (small chorus) of the Region 16, Sweet Adelines International competition.
As well, we place 4th overall in a stellar competition.
Lucky to again be able to compete at the beautiful St. Catharines FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre against some very fierce competitors, we give thanks to our Director, Hannah Barton, our coach, Erin Howden, our new members who worked so hard and to our longer-standing members who were cool as a cucumber with all the changes throughout the year.
We look forward to another interesting, challenging and, most of all fun, year!
- SINGERS WANTED: Open Audition
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Date Posted: Fri, 3 Nov 2023
The Heartland Singers is calling all singers to come out to a night of auditions! Held in a different form, we will ask you to come prepared with a 30 second to 1 minute song, sang in a cappella (no musical accompaniment). From there, we will show you a glimpse into our world, full of inspiration and beautiful harmonies.
WE WANT YOU!
To register, please click here: https://form.jotform.com/231008362975255
Happening November 20th, with audition times starting at 7pm.
We can’t wait to see you there! Please share with all of your musical friends!!For more information, see: form.jotform.com/231008362975255
- THS wins 2023 Division A championship!
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Date Posted: Mon, 10 Apr 2023
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In Lake Ontario Region 16's first in-person competition in four years, The Heartland Singers are thrilled to have won the Small Chorus Division A championship, earned a sixth-place finish overall, and Most Improved Chorus Award.
After finally being able to gather for regular, in-person rehearsals and receive coaching for a full weekend retreat with Erin Howden, THS was ready! The first chorus to step out on the contest stage at the new R16 venue, FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre in St. Catharines, Ontario, The Heartland Singers performed their package: The Way You Look Tonight and You Make Me Feel So Young. They are humbled to be retaining the title of Division A Champions for another year!
- An outstanding retreat!
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Date Posted: Sun, 5 Feb 2023
The Heartland Singers had a fantastic retreat with coach Erin Howden and director Hannah Barton! We worked hard! And we loved having relaxed time together and just hanging out, too. Our retreat team planned an outstanding event, taking care of every wonderful detail. We can't wait to do this again!
- THS wins 2022 Division A championship!
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Date Posted: Wed, 25 May 2022
In Lake Ontario Region 16's first virtual competition, The Heartland Singers are thrilled to have won the Small Chorus Division A championship and earned a second-place finish overall.
Following a two-year hiatus from in-person rehearsals due to COVID-19, THS welcomed the opportunity to gather and prepare for competition. After six rehearsals together, and excellent coaching from Erin Howden, THS recorded their contest package: Beyond the Sea, and You Make Me Feel So Young. THS members gathered together to view the Region 16 Soirée broadcast as the quartet and chorus video submissions were streamed and the winners announced. Members of The Heartland Singers are thrilled with the results and humbled to be retaining the title of Division A Champions for another year!
- 2022 Sweet Adeline of the Year: Emily Hirtle
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Date Posted: Tue, 3 May 2022
The Heartland Singers is thrilled to announce their 2022 Sweet Adeline of the Year is Emily Hirtle! Emily's multiple nominations included appreciation of the many events that Emily planned for the chorus this past year, including our first outdoor gathering after many months of Zoom rehearsals, our holiday party, and the AGM and Installation where Emily received this award. In addition to being an event planner extraordinaire, Emily is always willing to help out wherever it's needed. Thank you for all that you do for THS, Emily!
- THS returns to in-person rehearsals!
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Date Posted: Tue, 22 Feb 2022
The Heartland Singers, after two years meeting virtually, have returned to in-person rehearsals! Following COVID-19 protocols, the chorus is enjoying hearing each others' voices and seeing each others' (masked) faces.
- Donation to Young Singers Fund
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Date Posted: Mon, 20 Sep 2021
In honour and memory of Monica Lutzak, members of The Heartland Singers have donated $1,000 to the Young Singers Fund, Sweet Adelines International.
- Sad News: Monica Lutzak
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Date Posted: Tue, 17 Aug 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear friend and riser mate, Monica Lutzak. A longstanding member, her deep, rich bass voice added so much to our chorus sound, and her warm, loving personality enriched every moment we spent together. ...more
- 2021 Sweet Adeline of the Year: Leila Brown
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Date Posted: Tue, 4 May 2021
Congratulations to Leila Brown, our 2021 Sweet Adeline of the Year! In addition to being named our SAOTY, voted on by our chorus members, Leila was also awarded the 2021 Heart Award, voted on by our Management Team. Thank you for your leadership, your heart, and especially your guidance and knowledge during this particularly challenging year! We love you!
