NAU Choir Alumni Reunion
&
Dr. Edith A. Copley Celebration
October 27-28, 2023
We welcome all NAU Choir Alumni who sang with Dr. Copley back to Flagstaff for a Choir Reunion on Homecoming weekend!
Alumni may have sung under Dr. Copley in University Chorale (1993-1999), Shrine of the Ages Choir (1999-2021), or Chamber Singers (1990-2005).
We will gather to sing together, to reconnect, and to have social & community time over meals and receptions while we celebrate Dr. Edie Copley’s choral leadership and legacy at NAU in Choral Studies. In addition, we will perform a free concert in Ardrey Auditorium with Shrine of the Ages Choir!
Weekend Overview:
The full reunion schedule begins on Friday, October 27 at 4 pm and concludes with a banquet dinner on Saturday evening, October 28.
For the full reunion, plan to arrive Friday by 4 pm and depart Sunday, October 29.
We recognize that NAU’s alumni are spread across the U.S. and the world, and travel time may make it difficult to arrive for Friday’s events. We hope you will be able to join by 4 pm on Friday for the Hall of Fame rehearsal, or by 6:30 pm for the evening rehearsal! However, please join us even if you can only join for Saturday. You can indicate your arrival time on the registration form.
Registration Deadline:
Friday, September 15, 2023 – Registration is now closed
Registration Cost: $65
Registration includes two catered meals on Saturday, the reception, and auxiliary costs, such as space rental. It does not include music purchase or a recommended donation in support of NAU Choral Studies.
Music:
All registrants will receive a link to purchase music directly from JWPepper. Bring a black binder or black tablet cover for the performance.
Recommended Donation in Honor of Dr. Copley:
In the spirit of celebrating Dr. Copley’s 31 years on NAU’s faculty, we invite all alumni to donate a minimum of $31 to one of two funds in support of NAU Choral Studies and the continuation of our vibrant NAU choral legacy. All donors will be listed on the Honor Roll of Donors in 2024 concert programs and the Alumni Reunion Concert Program.
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Detailed Schedule
Schedule subject to minor adjustments.
Friday, October 27, 2023
- 3:30-4:00 pm Registration (Ashurst)
- 4:00-5:00 pm Hall of Fame Rehearsal with Dr. Copley (Ashurst)
- 5:00-5:30 pm Hall of Fame Brief Performance (High Country Conference Center)
- 6:00 pm Evening Arrival Registration and Choir Gathering (Ashurst)
- 6:30-8:30 pm Evening Rehearsal (Ashurst)
- 8:45 pm Social off-campus at Grand Canyon Brewery, 1800 South Milton Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001 | (928)-774-1114
Saturday, October 28, 2023
- 8:00 am Alumni Breakfast Registration required (Café Louie, at 1899)
- This is Homecoming’s alumni breakfast and is quite busy. Plan to arrive early.
- 9:30am-12pm Choir Rehearsal (Ashurst)
- 12:00-1:00 pm Catered Box Lunch (Ashurst/Old Main Lawn)
- Afternoon Options
- Attend Homecoming football game (1:00 pm)
- Rest and relax
- Connect with choir alumni
- 4:00 pm Dress rehearsal, Alumni Choir and Shrine (Ardrey)
- 5:00 pm Pre-Concert Reception (Kitt Lobby)
- 6:00 pm Concert (Ardrey) – Free and open to the public
- 7:30 pm Banquet Dinner (International Pavilion, 1450 Knoles Drive, .3 miles south of Ardrey) – Note: guests are welcome to attend and purchase in advance at $35 each.
Sunday, October 29, 2023
- Options for alumni to gather informally in Flagstaff for breakfast and depart.