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United States Air Force’s Heritage of America Brass Quintet

The Hiddenite Center is pleased to present the United States Air Force’s Heritage of America Brass Quintet in concert on Thursday, May 8, 2008 at the Hiddenite Center’s Educational Complex. The USAF’s HofA Brass Quintet performs free of charge, so this is a FREE concert beginning at 8:00 p.m.; however, attendees will need a ticket (which may be obtained through the Hiddenite Center by calling 828-632-6966). In addition to the concert, there will be an optional dinner prior to the concert beginning at 7:00 p.m. Persons wishing to attend the dinner must make reservations or purchase an advance ticket for $10.00.

The Heritage Brass Quintet, formed in 1973, presents a blend of music spanning more than 350 years. The quintet’s repertoire draws from classical selections such as Bach and Handel, jazz selections from such artists as Duke Ellington and Antonio Carlos Jobim as well as popular music and patriotic pieces.

The quintet’s versatility stems from their diverse educational backgrounds and professional experiences. Members have p[reformed with such orchestras as the National Repertory Orchestra, the Woodlands Symphony Orchestra, the Lima Symphony, the Bowling Green Philharmonic, the Orchestra of the Finger Lakes, the Kansas City Symphony, and the Williamsport Symphony Orchestra. The quintet members have also performed with many chamber music ensembles including: the Summit Brass, the Kansas City Symphony Brass Ensemble, the Blue Lake Wind Quintet, and the faculty brass quintets of the New Mexico State University and Illinois State University.

The Air Force’s Heritage of America Brass Quintet is one of the nation’s foremost representatives of the nation. The Hiddenite Center is very pleased to offer this wonderful opportunity to the community. Band students from across the county are encouraged to attend this program to receive an idea of how music can be used in their career paths.

For tickets/reservations, contact the Hiddenite Center at 828-632-6966 or e-mail us at hidnight@aol.com.

GARDEN PARTY EXHIBIT IS BEING HELD OVER WITH ADDITIONS!

The James Paul Lucas Mansion Gallery of the Hiddenite Center has been presenting a celebration of SPRING with a beautiful exhibit entitled “Garden Parties for Spring and Summer.” The exhibit has been extremely popular, and as a result, the exhibit is being held over through May. Also, an addition is being made to the exhibit. Works by high school senior art students is being added to complement the exhibit. These students have worked diligently to hone their skills and develop their artistic self-expression, and the Hiddenite Center is pleased to recognize their accomplishments. The garden exhibit has created by the Center’s staff and volunteers, and is designed to usher in the Spring Season and to challenge viewers to return to their homes and get things moving on the home front.

The exhibit features tables and seating groups that will provide creative ideas for special events which often happen during the Spring and Summer months. The concept is an outgrowth of requests from the public for decorating ideas (other than Christmas.)

This exhibit is available to the public for viewing throughout the month of April. Normal hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 9:00 A.M. until 4:30 P.M. and there is NO admission charge to the gallery exhibits. Thanks to the generosity of the North Carolina Arts Council’s General Support Grant and the support of the North Carolina Legislature, the Hiddenite Center is pleased to continue offering high quality exhibits with no admission charge. This is a service to the public.

The exhibit has many features that will delight viewers. There are ideas for all ages. The goal is to encourage families to create fun activities as the weather turns warmer to engage the family in creative experiences.

Some of the ideas shared include: Garden Tea Party, Tea for One, Homespun and Handthrown, Italian/French Country, Celebrating our State, Oriental Serenity, Gardner’s Paradise, Shabby Sheik, Vintage Fruits, Welcome Home, It’s a Girl, Honey Bees Garden Gathering, Dear Friends Luncheon, Child’s Tea Party, Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, Bridal Luncheon, Victorian Cranberry Dessert, and others. These fun table settings can be created with things found around your home. Come gather ideas, and surprise your family and friends!

The Student Stars component of the exhibition will feature students from the region’s high schools. Entries are arriving at the Center now, and more recognition will be provided in the future.

STUDENT STAR AWARDS PRESENTED

The Hiddenite Center is pleased to announce the award recipients in this year’s “Student Stars” art exhibit. This particular exhibit features the work of students that will be graduating soon from the region’s area high schools. The exhibit is currently being shown on the third floor of the Lucas Mansion.

“Student Stars” was designed in an effort to recognize the high quality work which is being created in many of our high schools. Students with an interest and a proficiency in the arts are receiving excellent training. The goal of this competition is to recognize the students and provide a pat on the back for those teachers who inspire and guide these students on a daily basis.

Schools participating in this first “Student Stars” exhibit include:
Alexander Central High School, South Iredell High School, West Iredell High School, and North Iredell High School.

Award winners in this inaugural show were recognized with a cash award. The winners were announced by the Hiddenite Center to the media. Kristin Lail of South Iredell High School received an award for a ceramic piece entitled“Casas Grandes Vase.” Kristin’s art teacher is Ms. Beth Arnn. Shane Matthew Hayenga of West Iredell High School received an award for a painting which he entitled “Presque Completement.” His teacher is Diane Reimann. Joel Faltermayer of Alexander Central High School received an award for his painting which is titled “Portraiture of a Chimp Artisan.” Joel’s teacher is Todd Casstevens.

The Hiddenite Center is pleased to congratulate these award winners, but is even more pleased with the overall quality of the entries, and congratulates each senior that entered this competition. These “Student Stars” have many years of creating quality work, and the Hiddenite Center is pleased to encourage them in their pursuits of the arts.

As the school year begins to head for summer, a number of exciting activities and special events are planned JUST FOR YOU at the Hiddenite Center. Please join us!

MAY EXHIBIT - Student Stars (Lucas Mansion Gallery) This exhibit will feature the work of Seniors that will be graduating from high schools within the region. Students will have the opportunity to earn money for their college tuition! Join us!

MAY 8 - United States Air Force Heritage of America Brass Quintet (Hiddenite Center's Educational Complex) 7:00 p.m. - a buffet dinner will be served for $10 (reservations are needed) 8:00 p.m. - FREE concert (tickets are available through the Center's offices) (Call for tickets - 828-632-6966)

MAY 15, 17, AND 18 - Disney's Beauty and the Beast
(Alexander Central Auditorium)
This musical extravaganza will feature the finest voices from the Madrigal and Chamber Choirs of ACHS. This production will please audiences of all ages! Show times are 7:30 p.m. on the 15th and 17th and 3:00 p.m. on the 18th. Tickets are only $10 and can be secured at the Box Office (828-632-6966)

MAY 30 - ACHS Chorus' Spring Fling (Alexander Central Cafeteria and Auditorium)
This is the annual Spring Dinner Theatre. This year will be different!
Dinner is optional and will be at the ACHS Cafeteria at 6:30 p.m. with the Concert to follow in the Alexander Central Auditorium at 8:00 p.m. Tickets for the dinner and show are still $15, while show only tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students. Tickets for the public go on sale on May 12, with tickets for parent being available on May 5. Call the Box Office for tickets (828-632-1366).

JUNE 10 - Super Summer Salad Lunch
Volunteers are needed for salads and desserts, please call Karen to help!
Karen can be reached at 828-632-6966.

September 27-
MARK YOUR CALENDAR - the HIDDENITE CELEBRATION of the ARTS is Saturday, September 27!

Join us for one or more of these special activities as we move toward summer and celebrate the ARTS in Alexander County!

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