The Tribune

THE Nassau Renaissance Singers hold their annual concert on Thursday night at the Trinity Methodist Church, Frederick Street, with proceeds benefitting the ongoing University of The Bahamas music scholarship fund that the Singers have been supporting for decades.

“A Nostalgic Christmas” will feature a number of guest artists along with the many voices of the choir. The musical selections will include some classical, traditional, regional and contemporary pieces. The concert starts at 7.30pm.

Courtney Newbold is the latest recipient of the music scholarship. A soprano, she will graduate in the spring with her Associate’s Degree in Music, after which she intends to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Primary Education.

“One of my passions is singing, which I have been doing since I was about five years old,” Ms Newbold said. “It was not until recently that I took up classical singing, which I now greatly enjoy. I am thankful for the scholarship that I received from the Nassau Renaissance Singers - such a blessing. I hope that many more young musicians will excel in music at the University of The Bahamas and, maybe, they too will receive the kind gift that I have received.”

Other featured artists at this year’s concert include renowned singer JoAnn Callender, with accompanist Lee Callender, soprano Nikita Thompson and the Voices of Paradise. Aaron Neily will be the pianist. Conducting the choir will be Audrey Dean-Wright, a noted musician in many respects as a teacher, a singer, composer and director.

There is no entrance fee, although it is hoped that those that are able may contribute to the University of Bahamas music scholarship fund.