We had my friend from High School days, Gene ONeal, and his wife, over for lunch and visiting yesterday, here in Dallas. In turn, they invited us to choir rehearsal at 6:30 at their church, First Baptist in Richardson. Gene said, "It's the largest senior adult choir in the world". This I had to see!
When we arrived choir members were coming from all directions. The men had already been there for almost an hour. They would rehearse an additional hour after the women were in place. Rehearsal for the entire group began promptly at 6:30.
They are called "The Goldenaires", ages fifty-five and up. Way up! Their director is a wonderful, demanding but enjoyable kind of guy. We were singing arrangements that are challenging, yet beautiful. Oh, I failed to mention there were ONE HUNDRED TWENTY there for rehearsal. They are preparing for a concert in October.
The choir has to be selective as to places where they sing. Most choir lofts will not hold that many! They had two wonderful accompanists of the senior vintage. It was an amazing group of talented people. We felt privileged to rehearse with such a group.
