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Unfinished Song (Song for Marion)

Opens Friday, Jun 21, 2013 Synopsis: A cantankerous retiree discovers an untapped gift while wrestling with the impending death of his beloved wife in this inspirational musical drama from director Paul Andrew Williams. Arthur (Terence Stamp) has shared a fruitful and enduring marriage with his wife Marion (Vanessa Redgrave) when he receives the devastating news that their days together are numbered. But while Marion's condition might be terminal, she chooses to take the diagnosis in stride, doing her best to cherish what remaining time she has with her husband. Meanwhile, Arthur's already dour attitude grows increasingly grim with each passing day. When the senior's choir that Marion sings in shows up at their window one stormy morning to serenade them with Stevie Wonder's "You Are the Sunshine of My Life," Arthur completely loses his cool and snaps at the well-intentioned crooners. His outlook worsens right alongside Marion's health, but when she asks him to be her substitute in the choir, he agrees in an attempt to make her smile. Little does Arthur realize that choir director Elizabeth (Gemma Arterton) favors teaching the group such nontraditional tunes as Motörhead's "Ace of Spades" rather than the tired glee-club standards. In time, something remarkable happens -- Arthur finds his voice and remembers how it feels to truly be alive in the moment. Christopher Eccleston co-stars. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi Cast: Terence Stamp, Vanessa Redgrave, Christopher Eccleston, Gemma Arterton Movie Details Play Trailer Buy Tickets Movie Review

Jeanne E. Springer

...and her husband of 50 years, Jerry E. Springer. Jeanne loved to sing and served as choir member, soloist and choir director in several communities. She also volunteered as a hospice caregiver. Along with her husband Jerry, she enjoyed...

http://brainerddispatch.com/obituary/2013-05-10/jeanne-e-springer
Wreath presented at Tomb of the Unknows Soldier

...Memorial, Ford Theater, and the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts. WDC band director Lisa Weniger and choir director Mike Ortmann extended their appreciation to parents, the community and friends of WDC for their support of the music...

http://brainerddispatch.com/news/2013-04-04/wreath-presented-tomb-unknows-soldie
News
Brainerd School Board votes to not post 17 positions

...Psychologist at the Paul Bunyan Cooperative.? Fourth grade teacher at Harrison Elementary School.? Math teacher and choir director at Forestview Middle School.JENNIFER STOCKINGER may be reached at jennifer.stockinger@brainerddispatch.com...

http://brainerddispatch.com/news/2013-03-04/brainerd-school-board-votes-not-post
News
Choirs prepare again for Christmas Renaissance Feast

...29-30 at Cragun's Legacy Golf Course clubhouse."There are a lot of plates spinning," said Brian Stubbs, BHS Choir director. "We are getting costumes for 65, serving a meal, producing a play and singing a concert. Each evening is truly...

http://brainerddispatch.com/entertainment/2012-11-14/choirs-prepare-again-christ
Entertainment
Church news-Aug. 24

...took part in the service. A 25-voice choir comprised of members of the three churches was lead by Joan Wingert, choir director at Bethel, and accompanied by Sarah Larson.The WWSM became a reality in January 2012 after a year of discussion...

http://brainerddispatch.com/lifestyle/religion/2012-08-23/church-news-aug-24
Religion
ENTERTAINMENT BRIEFS

...the piano, Renee Anderson on the organ, and there will be original vocal renditions by Jim Nordheim. Jackson is choir director, pianist and composer. Nordheim is a composer from Duluth and a bass singer. Both Jackson and Nordheim pursued...

http://brainerddispatch.com/entertainment/2012-05-30/entertainment-briefs
Entertainment
Lakes Area Music Festival concert is extraordinary

...has produced so many talented instrumentalists and singers who performed along with some of our band conductors, choir directors and teachers. If you weren't fortunate enough to attend this freewill offering concert, you'll have a chance...

http://brainerddispatch.com/opinion/open-forum/2012-08-01/lakes-area-music-festi
Open Forum
BHS Hall of Famer Phil Mattson and his singers take stage Sunday

...this humble and talented man as he remembered his early years in Brainerd. Smiling, he shared that his high school choir director, Curt Hansen, gave him the keys to the auditorium so that he could practice on the grand piano. Hansen was young...

http://brainerddispatch.com/news/2012-10-03/bhs-hall-famer-phil-mattson-and-his-
News | Entertainment
Unfinished Song

Opens Friday, Feb 8, 2013 Synopsis: A cantankerous retiree discovers an untapped gift while wrestling with the impending death of his beloved wife in this inspirational musical drama from director Paul Andrew Williams. Arthur (Terence Stamp) has shared a fruitful and enduring marriage with his wife Marion (Vanessa Redgrave) when he receives the devastating news that their days together are numbered. But while Marion's condition might be terminal, she chooses to take the diagnosis in stride, doing her best to cherish what remaining time she has with her husband. Meanwhile, Arthur's already dour attitude grows increasingly grim with each passing day. When the senior's choir that Marion sings in shows up at their window one stormy morning to serenade them with Stevie Wonder's "You Are the Sunshine of My Life," Arthur completely loses his cool and snaps at the well-intentioned crooners. His outlook worsens right alongside Marion's health, but when she asks him to be her substitute in the choir, he agrees in an attempt to make her smile. Little does Arthur realize that choir director Elizabeth (Gemma Arterton) favors teaching the group such nontraditional tunes as Motörhead's "Ace of Spades" rather than the tired glee-club standards. In time, something remarkable happens -- Arthur finds his voice and remembers how it feels to truly be alive in the moment. Christopher Eccleston co-stars. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi Cast: Terence Stamp, Vanessa Redgrave, Christopher Eccleston, Gemma Arterton Movie Details Buy Tickets Movie Review

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