A Busy Weekend

Two weekends before Christmas Valley Harmony found itself with three engagements.  On Friday they sang at the railroad depot in Newark Valley as part of the kickoff to the village's Holiday Magic.  Then Saturday afternoon they sang at a special service at the Newark Valley United Church of Christ.  Finally Sunday afternoon they were invited to sing for the Nimmonsburg (just north of Binghamton, NY) United Methodist Church Women's group provide the entertainment for their annual tea. Valley Harmony they sang a selection of popular secular, sacred and Christmas songs.  The organizer sent us this message: "I just wanted to thank you and your group for yesterday's performance. We all enjoyed it very much. Sorry when it ended. You blend really well and have amazing voices. The selections brought back old times."  The church's music director had this to add, "I just wanted to say how enjoyable your program was here on Sunday....fun and varied.   I took one of the older ladies home afterwards and asked her what she thought.  She said, 'Oh they were great - just GREAT!'   She has been to many, many of these.  So kudo's to you and your group.   Nice blend....and selections of music...many were challenging musically!"

 

Owego's Lights on the River

On Friday, December 6, 2013, Valley Harmony wandered the downtown Owego area singing holiday music for the village's annual Lights on the River.

The Alumni Concert Once Again

Valley Harmony sang once again this year for the 9th Annual Newark Valley Alumni Community Concert for Scholarships. According to announcements, "This amazing event showcases multi-talented alumni from Newark Valley Central School and will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2013 at 7pm in the Jewel Griffith High School Auditorium. This concert is free and open to the public -- donations accepted at the door and all proceeds support the many scholarships awarded to future high school graduating seniors. Find us on Facebook: Newark Valley Central School Alumni Association or contact nv.alumni.association@gmail.com." Valley Harmony sang two numbers: "(Sittin' on the) Dock of the Bay" and "He's Got the Whole World in His Hands."

Valley Harmony Returns to the Potato Festival

Three members of Valley Harmony (Randy Kerr, George Lohmann and Mike Sheldon) returned to the, Potato Festival in Richford, NY, on Saturday, September 21, 2013, to provide an hour long program. They sang more than twenty songs, including such favorites as "Heartbreak Hotel," "That Lonesome Road," "The Banana Boat Song," "He's Got the Whole World in His Hands," "(Sittin' on the) Dock of the Bay," "In My Room," "Soon Ah Will Be Done," among others.

Valley Harmony Sing Again at NVUMC

Sunday, August 18, 2013, found Valley Harmony providing the musical message for the service at Newark Valley United Methodist Church. Music included "Delivered from the Hands of Pharaoh," "Heaven's Joy Awaits" and "Plenty Good Room."

Valley Harmony Entertains the Garden Club

On Saturday, June 1, 2013, Valley Harmony provided a variety of music to the delight of those Garden Club members and their guest who attended the luncheon at the Fire Hall in Newark Valley, NY. Valley Harmony was rewarded with delicious food, especially the desserts.

Valley Harmony Sings for Newark Valley United Methodists

Valley Harmony was invited to provide the music for the Sunday service on April 28, 2013. That music included "There is a Balm in Gilead," "He Has the Whole World in His Hands," "Pie Jesu," "Soon Ah Will Be Done" and "Hush." The congregation were so appreciative that they applauded after each song.

Valley Harmony Invited Back to Fairview Methodist

Valley harmony will be singing once again for the Sunday, March 17, 2013, service for Fairview United Methodist Church on Robinson Street in Binghamton, NY. Apparently, it's one of those "popular demand" things.