[Coweta Arts Tidbits] VOICES To Launch Season at Wadsworth Auditorium in Newnan on Sept. 6

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258  August 9, 2008    VOICES Launches Season on Sept. 6 at Wadsworth Auditorium in Newnan        The Coweta arts community is excited by the recent announcement by VOICES Artistic Director Maria Pia Ugarte that this prestigious Southern Arc choral group will be launching its 2008-2009 season with a benefit concert at the Wadsworth Auditorium in Newnan.  The Auditorium was named in honor of the famous Spoleto classical musician Charles Wadsworth for the many concerts he has held there in recent years to raise funds for the renovation of this building, which has meant a lot to him as a native of Newnan.       This is the text of Ugarte's news release:    VOICES TO HOLD CONCERT IN EARLY SEPTEMBER   PEACHTREE CITY, GEORGIA – August 7, 2008:  Voices will be holding a benefit concert this upcoming September 6, 2008 at The Wadsworth in Newnan.  This production launches the recently announced two-year season in The Southern Arc, presenting Voices' usual eclectic combination of music.  "This whole series has a mysterious quality to it.  There is an abundance of haunting melodies that will most certainly be following you home!" explained Ms. Ugarte.  The program combines soundtrack and musicals selections from "Cold Mountain," "Evita," "The Phantom of the Opera," "Oliver," & "Porgy and Bess;" classical evergreens such as Puccini's "O mio babbino caro" and Delibes' "Flower Duet from the opera Lakme; as well as a tribute of pieces made popular by Josh Groban, Celtic Woman, Sarah Brightman and Andrea Bocelli.   Returning for its second appearance will be the solo female vocal group Zaphyra.  Zaphyra was born as a result of the first Voices concert in 2006 and formally organized during 2007.  "While working on the mixing of the recording of the 2006 Voices concert, I was drawn to a particular song, Sale ascende."  explained Ms. Ugarte.  "This is what triggered the idea of creating Zaphyra."  The ages of the group range from 11 to 44.  Original members Maria Pia Ugarte and Alison Chambers, have recently welcomed Megan Zerbe, Paige McCauley and Jill Safko to join the ensemble.  "Each singer has a very different kind of voice and style.  Each member is a unique strong individual performer and at the same time has the ability to combine in a group with a special quality and warmth." Zaphyra will be performing solo and ensemble pieces, including an a capella arrangement of "Somewhere" from West Side Story. The group recently finished recording a new version of "The Star Spangled Banner" that will be released as a maxi CD in the next few months.    The Southern Nights Chorale -- a men's precision a cappella ensemble – joins Voices for the first time.  Founded by and under the direction of J. D. Holmes, it is made up of singers from the South Metro Atlanta area.  They actively perform in The Southern Arc and have also been heard at Turner Field singing the National Anthem as well as at the Governor's Mansion.  "I heard about the Southern Nights Chorale and decided to approach their director to see if they would be interested in being part of Voices this season," explained Ms. Ugarte.  "J. D. accepted and we are very excited about the collaboration." Also returning for a second year is young violinist Matthew Roberts.  Roberts started playing the violin at the age of six.  He is a talented young musician who really enjoys playing his instrument and has an unlimited future ahead of him.   Hair design for Zaphyra will be done by Carlos Salon.  "Imbedded in the concept of Voices, is the idea of fostering creative synergy among different channels within the community.  Hair design is certainly an art form.  I have known Carlos for several years, as well as his wife Julisa.  They are both exceptional hair stylists."  Carlos Salon is located on Highway 74 in Peachtree City and is proud to offer the community an exceptional quality of service. Another creative aspect that has become a characteristic of the Voices concerts is the wardrobe has been a key component and received many compliments last year.  David's Bridal has responded very enthusiastically to being a part of Voices.  "But expect surprises, as the dresses will most definitely have the Voices touch!"   This first concert – as well as the two following events -- will help fund the full scale production in 2009.  This initial, more intimate performance will be taking place at The Wadsworth in Newnan (25 Jefferson Street.)  The 1930's Art Deco landmark -- listed on the National Register of Historic Places – was designed by noted Georgia architect R. Kennon Perry.  "I learned of it through my friend and artistic colleague, writer Jeanne Chambers, one the founders of The Twilight Theater.  I was very surprised that I had not heard of this place before.  It is certainly worth a trip just to come and see this magnificent building, which has been recently restored." Gene Surber, award-winning historic architect, served as the consultant for its rehabilitation. "Rein Pirn, who designed the acoustics for Spivey Hall at Clayton College and State University in Morrow, developed the acoustical plan."   Presale tickets are available at the Voices website, http://www.VoicesOnline.org.  Doors open at 7:00 pm, with the performance starting at 7:30 pm.  A petite silent auction will take place before the concert and during intermission.  A Meet & Greet Reception will take place after the concert.  Please visit the Voices website for continued updates and information about this and upcoming events. END OF RELEASE THIS INFORMATION AND FILES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE VOICES MEDIA PAGE: http://voicesonline.org/2008Media.aspx

[Coweta Arts Tidbits] Veranda Inn Opens Art Gallery on Saturday

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258    August 7, 2008   Veranda Inn Opens Art Gallery on Saturday   Exhibing Artists:  Raffaela DeAmicis, Kristen Fountain Davis, Brook MacFarlane        The Veranda Historic Bed and Breakfast Inn in Senoia has announced that it will be opening an art gallery this Saturday, August 9.  The first exhibit will consist of works by three local artists.  The public is invited to attend.  This is the invitation they have issued:   The Veranda Historic B & B Inn invites you to the G R A N D   O P E N I N G of its newest addition   The Veranda Inn Gallery   Saturday, August 9th 5-9 pm   Come share in this historic event, mingle and meet the owners   Chelsie Comprosky  |  Laura and Rick Reynolds   With complimentary wine and hors d'oeurves   Our first exhibition   Southern At Heart   Features 3 local artists: Raffaella DeAmicis, Kristen Fountain Davis, and Brooke MacFarlane exhibition will run August 9th - September 13th   252 Seavy Street | PO Box 177 | Senoia, GA 30267 | 770-599-3905 www.verandabandbinn.com

[Coweta Arts Tidbits] Coweta Authors Welcomed to Book Signing Book At Powers Festival

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258    August 4, 2008   Labor Day Weekend Book Signing Opporutnity Announced:   Coweta Authors Welcomed to (Free) Booth at Powers Festival on Sept.1 - 3        John Hickman, a member of the Coweta Writers Group and the author of three novels, has just announced that he has made a special arrangement with the Powers Crossroads Country Fair and Arts Festival for a free booth where Coweta authors can come to do book signings.  The booth will be open throughout the festival which lasts from Saturday Septemvber 1 through Monday September 3.        Here is what Hickman says about this (in an email he sent to Forrest Schultz):       "I have received the go ahead from Carol who runs the Powers staff to put together a group of writers for a booth at the Powers Crossroads Festival.  They will not charge the usual $250.00 for the space; instead those who participate can make a donation based on how they feel after the show is over.  I will be there all three days and I will be hawking all three of my books. I think this is an ideal oportunity to get some exposure for our local writers. Will you please get this information to all the writers that you know. Give them my Email and I will co-ordinate the booth entries with Carol. Like I said it's free and Powers wants us to participate. John Hickman"        Every Coweta author who is interested in being at this book signing booth should email Hickman at "John William Hickman" skysflys@numail.org. Carol Chancey, who runs  the Powers Festival, and John William Hickman are to be congratulated for providing this great opporunity for Coweta's writers.  This is the latest sign that Coweta authors are beginning to receive the recognition they deserve.        Information on the Powers Festival is available at their website www.newnan.com/cowetafestivals.  Tradirtionally the Powers Festival has provided a great opporunity for visual arts and performing arts.  They are to be commended for expanding their scope this year to include the literary arts.

[Coweta Arts Tidbits] "New Horizons" and "Second Coming" Performing at Grantville Depot on August 23

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258    August 4, 2008   Southern Country Gospel Music at Grantville Depot on August 23   "New Horizons" and "Second Coming"  Will Be Performing        During the past few years the word has gotten around that one of the best places to hear good quality Southern Country Gospel Music is at the monthly Sings held in the renovated Railroad Freight Depot in the City of Grantville, Georgia located at Exit 35 on Interstate 85.  The attendance for July was so high that it came close to filling all the seats.        These Southern Country Gospel Music Sings are arranged by Roy Smith, who has just announced that the performers for August will be the New Horizons from Thomaston, GA and the Second Coming from Griffin, GA.  The Sing will be held on August 23 beginning at 7 PM.  The atmosphere is informal, similar to that of a picnic, and refreshments are available.  Information about the Second Coming is available on their website www.secondcomingsgm.com.         Additional information is available from Roy Smith at 770-251-5621 or by email at depotsinging@yahoo.com.

[Coweta Arts Tidbits] Rebecca Wayne Named NCAA Artist of the Month

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258    August 4, 2008   Rebecca Wayne Named NCAA "Artist of the Month" for August 2008        The Newnan-Coweta Art Association (NCAA) has chosen Rebecca Wayne as the August 2008 Artist of the Month,, which means that her paintings will be displayed during this month in the Reception area of the City Hall Building in Newnan.  The City of Newnan's Public Information Officer Gina Lau Snider has just released the following information about this.    Newnan City Hall Artist for August 2008     Rebecca Wayne is named Newnan-Coweta Art Association's Artist of the month. Her work will be displayed at Newnan City Hall. She has been a member of NCAA for three years.    Wayne works in various mediums; pencil, acrylic, watercolor, pen and ink. Most of her subject matter comes from what she sees around her. She enjoys trying new styles and materials.   Rebecca hails from Ohio. She has been drawing and painting since a child, and has taken a few adult continuing education classes in drawing, pottery, watercolor and computer graphics, but has mostly learned on her own through books and from trial and error.   Since moving to Georgia her art has been displayed in the SCAVA 2007 juried art show, Espresso Lane in Newnan and Dogwood Gallery in Tyrone. Rebecca currently works at Honey Baked Ham in Newnan. She has a B.S. in Earth Science Education from Miami University. She also has taken additional classes in civil engineering technology at Lakeland Community College, Ohio.    Newnan Coweta Art Association meets the third Thursday of each month from September to May at the Harriet Alexander Art Center on Hospital Road at 7:00 p.m.  Visitors and guests are welcome to join in the fun.  An art demonstration is presented each month.     Gina   gina l. snider Public Information Officer O: 770.254.2358  x. 203 F: 770.254.2353 M: 770.294.1559 P.O. Box 1193 (30263 -1193) 25 LaGrange Street Newnan, GA 30263 email: gsnider@cityofnewnan.org city website:  www.ci.newnan.ga.us

[Coweta Arts Tidbits] Donna Rosser To Teach Photo Restoration Workshop at Veranda Inn in Senoia

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258  July 29, 2008   "Barefoot Photographer" Donna Rosser To Teach at Veranda Inn in Senoia   Photo Restoration Workshop To Be Held on August 24        Donna Rosser not only enjoys photography, she also loves writing about it and teaching it.  She recently had an article on photography published in Southern Creativity's Moonshine magazine and she recently announced that she will be coming to the the Veranda Bed and Breakfast Inn in the City of Senoia in Coweta County, GA to teach a workshop on the restoration of photographs.  Rosser is the President of the Fayette Photo Club and one of the leading photographers in the Southern Crescent.  Information about her and her photography can be found on her website www.thebarefootphotographer.com.  Information about the Veranda Inn can be found on their website www.verandabandbinn.com or by calling 770-599-3905 or  866-598-3905.                   Rosser plans a series of photography events at the Veranda Inn.  She says that:   "The first one will be on August 24 from 3 to 5pm.  I will present a program on restoration, duplication, and preservation of photos with an emphasis on old family photos.  The program will be followed by a short reception and a question and answer period.  The cost is $45 per person.  This program will be of great interest to anyone who is into genealogy or anyone who has old photos that need repair and preserving."        Rosser is impressed with the City of Senoia and with the Veranda Inn and is looking forward to conducting her workshops there.  Several months ago the Citry of Senoia sponsored a big visual arts event called Art Senoia.  Rosser's photography workshops will be the next big visual arts events for this Coweta city this year.

[Coweta Arts Tidbits] Main Street Newnan Announces "Sunrise On The Square" Road Race

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258  July 23, 2008    Main Street Newnan Announces "Sunrise On The Square"  Road Race        Main Street Newnan has contributed a lot to the Coweta arts scene and to the vitality of the city of Newnan, which is the county seat of Coweta County.  It would be far too lengthy even to list, let alone discuss, these important contributions.  The latest of these, which is called the "Sunrise On The Square" Road Race, is announced below by the Public Information Officer of the City of Newnan, Gina Lau Snider:      'SUNRISE ON THE SQUARE' ROAD RACE        Dust off those running shoes! Main Street Newnan's 'Sunrise on the Square' Road Race is planned for Saturday, August 30th.        The One Mile Walk/Run begins at 8:45 a.m., and the 5K race start at 9:00 a.m. New for 2008 is the Tot Trot which will be open to runners ages 2-6. The Tot Trot will take place immediately following the 5K on North Court Square. Runners gather on the west court square for the start of the race. The race course continues to Newnan High School and through historic neighborhoods and then finishes in Newnan's downtown square.         The entry fee is $20 for runners if received by August 25th and is $25 on the day of the race.  One Mile and 5K runners will receive a 100% cotton long sleeved road race t-shirt.  Tot Trot runners receive a child sized, short sleeved road race t-shirt and ribbon. Beverages and light refreshments will be available.         The road race is a fundraiser for the Main Street Newnan program, which hosts about 40 special events throughout the year in downtown Newnan. Along with Main Street Newnan, sponsors of the road race include Mike Fitzpatrick Ford, Bank of Coweta, Buffalo Rock, Coweta Fayette EMC Gas, Keep Newnan Beautiful Program and Nulink Cable and Internet.         There will be prizes given out to top finishers in the 5K for male and female categories based on age groups. The phantom runner, which allows people to support the cause, but do not want to run is still available for this year's race. Phantom runners can donate the registration fee to the Main Street program and receive a t-shirt.           The road race is a part of Main Street's Labor Day festivities.  The Annual Labor Day Sidewalk Sale kicks off Friday at 9:00 a.m. and continues until Saturday with Market Day on the Square is held from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.         Race registration is available online at active.com. Runners can also download an application at www.mainstreetnewnan.com.      ###  gina l. snider Public Information Officer O: 770.254.2358  x. 203 F: 770.254.2353 M: 770.294.1559 P.O. Box 1193 (30263 -1193) 25 LaGrange Street Newnan, GA 30263 email: gsnider@cityofnewnan.org city website:  www.ci.newnan.ga.us   City of Newnan, GA                              The City of Homes

[Coweta Arts Tidbits] New Author Linda Jennings Coming to CABSE

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258  July 22, 2008   New Author Linda Jennings Coming to CABSE   Wrote Life Within The Veil To Show How To Live The Christian Life        In response to the burgeoning Coweta County literary arts scene a Coweta Authors Book Signing Extravaganza (CABSE) was held last year to which all Coweta authors of a published book were invited.  The CABSE will be held again this year, and at the same venue as last year -- the annual Grantville Day community festival, which will be held this year on Saturday September 27 and Sunday September 28 on Main Street in Grantville, which is located at Exit 35 on Interstate 85.  The Book Signing Tables will open at 10 AM on Saturday and 12 Noon on Sunday.        One of the authors planning to attend the CABSE is Linda Jennings of Newnan, who says that she wrote her book Life Within The Veil, which was published last year,  because she was "prompted by the Holy Spirit".  Linda, who is a graduate of Pat Robertson's Regent University,  has had experience in Christian pastoral work in Coweta County.  She also is known for her Christian TV Talk Show "Tea With Maggie and Linda".         Jennings can be reached at her email address lajennings@charter.net, the CABSE Co-ordinator Forrest Schultz can be reached at schultz_forrest@yahoo.com or at 770-583-3258, and the Director of Grantville Day, Sandra Luttrell can be reached at 770-582-2147 or at sangalasands@aol.com.         The following information about Jennings book is verbatim from the website of her TV show, www.TeawithMaggieandLinda.com:                                                         Book Summary        The moment our Lord took His last breath, some marvelous things happened. The earth shook, rocks split and graves opened. But the very first thing that happened was the tearing of the veil from top to bottom. The veil that separated the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place was rent. Primary on the heart of God was the fact that a new dwelling place had just been opened up for you and me. From that moment on, you and I were called to live our lives within the Most Holy Place. But, in practical terms, exactly what does that mean? That's what Life within the Veil tells us. It's a supremely holy work. It's not for those who want to giggle and be entertained. It's for those who know there just has to be something more to church life than what they are presently experiencing. It's for those who are hungry for more of God. Several have said, "Life within the Veil" is a deep book, but it's so easy to read. The author meant it to be that way. Anyone can understand the words and everyone should want to respond with a deeper walk with their Lord. For far too long, the body of Christ has lived far below the fullness of the purposes of Calvary. Christ paid for us to dwell within this glorious place. Let us be the generation which decides to step within the veil and live our lives in the fullness for which Christ died.

[Coweta Arts Tidbits] Ballet Magnificat Presents The Scarlet Cord On Sept. 16 at Arts Centre

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258  July 21, 2008   Magnificat Ballet Presents The Scarlet Cord at Arts Centre on Sept. 16        One of the most sublime portions of Holy Writ is Mary's adoration, "My soul magnifies the Lord".  The Latin translation begins with the verb, "magnificat", so that this prayer is often refered to as the "Magnificat".  Thus we are not surprised to learn that the purpose of the Magnificat Ballet company is to magnify the Lord through their performances.        There will be an opportunity to see how they go about doing this when they come to the Centre for Performing and Visual Arts of Coweta County on September 16.  The name of the work they will perform, The Scarlet Cord, also comes from Scripture:  Joshua told Rahab to place a scarlet cord in the window of her house to prevent her household from being killed.  The performance will begin at 7:00 PM.        Their website, www.balletmagnificat.com, provides the following info and pictures of this remarkable ballet:   Inspired and loosely based on the Biblical account of Rahab, the ballet is set against the gray background of the communist Soviet Union. This newest Ballet Magnificat! production depicts the story of Rahab the harlot, party official Vladimir Ivanovich, and the undercover missionaries Aaron and Anna Grimes, as well as those pressed down by the iron fist of the Soviet government. This tale of betrayal, love, dedication, and ultimate sacrifice paints a portrait of an offering brought before our amazing Savior. Come witness this moving drama of a revolution – a human heart turning to the ultimate truth, Jesus Christ. Choreographer: Jiri Sebastian Voborsky    Infomation on tickets is available at the Arts Centre by calling 770-254-2787.     ________________________________________________________________________________

[Coweta Arts Tidbits] Opera Singer Lawrence Harris in Concert at Arts Centre

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258  July 21, 2008   Opera Singer Lawrence Harris In Concert at Arts Centre        All kinds of strange things happen in the arts world.  Take Lawrence Harris, for instance.  This famous baritone opera singer was once a star football player!  At least this is what the Centre for Performing and Visual Arts of Coweta County is telling us!  Well, they ought to know because they have invited Harris to perform at the Centre on August 18 at 7:00 PM.  They have also provided us with the following info on Harris's operatic career:        Baritone Lawrence Harris hailed by The New York Times critic Bernard Holland as a "major voice" is widely praised as "a singer with incredible dramatic intensity and enormous versatility". The 2006-2007 season debuts include High Priest in Samson & Delila with Hawaii Opera, Germont in La Traviata with Can Antonio Opera, Scarpia in Tosca with Opera East Texas, Lebert in David DiChiera premier of Visitors, as well as his Lincoln Center debut as the Burgomaster in Victor Herbert's The Red Mill. Mr. Harris bowed again as Scarpia in Tosca at Philadelphia 's Kimmel Center .        In 2004, Mr. Harris made his debut in the title role of Rigoletto at Philadelphia 's Kimmel Center . The response established Mr. Harris overnight as an important new Verdi baritone. His Rigoletto with Connecticut Grand Opera earned him an Opera Online nomination for 2005 Best Leading Male Performance. Metropolitan Opera tenor Jon Vickers has also praised Mr. Harris as having one of the most beautiful voices in the world. Metropolitan Opera soprano Phillis Curtin has endorsed him as a significant singer of the Verdi repertoire. Lawrence has also appeared in leading roles with Opera North, Philadelphia 's Center City Opera Theater , Connecticut Grand Opera, Bronx Opera, Center of Contemporary Opera , Manhattan Chamber Sinfonia, New York Grand Opera, the Wagner Society of Washington DC, the Metropolitan Opera Guild, One World Symphony, Garden State Philharmonic, Tulsa Opera, among others. Mr. Harris is the recipient of awards and grants from the Metropolitan Opera National Council, the Wagner Society of New York and Dallas, and the Manhattan School of Music.        Last fall, Mr. Harris was a featured artist in an interview with www.OperaOnline.us. Recently, Mr. Harris was featured in an exclusive story in The New York Times. Recent and upcoming engagements include Melchoir in Fort Worth Opera's production of Mentotti's Amahl and the Night Visitors, an appearance with the Richard Tucker Foundation featured soloist with the Texarkana Symphony Orchestra in selections from Tosca and La Traviata, and the title role in Rigoletto in concert with the Sherman Symphony Orchestra.        Mr. Harris has recently joined the  roster of International Music Talents in Paris .   Additional information is available on this site:  http://www.harrisopera.com.    Info on tickets is available at the Centre by calling 770-254-2787.

[Coweta Arts Tidbits] Famous Kohn Collection of Russian Impressionists Coming to Art Centre

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258   July 21, 2008   Kohn Collection of Russian Impressionists Coming To Arts Centre        During the four years of its existence the Centre for Performing and Visual Arts of Coweta County has exhibited many different art works by some of the world's greatest visual artists.  One of the most interesting and most important of all these exhibits will be displayed there from September 2 through September 30 -- the famous Kohn Collection of Russian Impressionist paintings.  A discussion of these artists and their works is found on this website http://www.kohnrussianart.com.        The Arts Centre is located on Lower Fayetteville Road several miles east of Newnan.  Information about the Kohn Collection and the other arts events sponsored by the Centre can be obtained by calling 770-254-2787.

[Coweta Arts Tidbits] Christian Singer Kyle Matthews at Arts Centre on August 18

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258   July 21, 2008     Christian Singer Kyle Matthews Coming to Arts Centre on August 18        During the past several decades there has been a great upsurge in performances by Christian singers. One of the most outstanding of these Christian singers, Kyle Matthews, will be coming to the Centre for Performing and Visual Arts of Coweta County on August 18 at 7 PM.  The Centre has provided the following info on this songwriter and vocal artist:              In almost two decades of writing and performing his songs, Kyle Matthews has emerged as one of Christian music's most prolific song writers. Of his over 60 cuts by major artists of disparate genres, he has penned such well known songs as "If You Want Me To", recorded by Ginny Owens, "Everything and Nothing", recorded by Vince Gill, "One and the Same", recorded by CeCe Winans, and "God Forbid", recorded by Point of Grace, and "Been Thru the Water", recorded by Kyle.   His song "We Fall Down", recorded most notably on a multi-platinum release by Donnie McClurkin, won numerous music industry awards, including the Dove Award for Traditional Gospel Song of the Year, the Stellar Award for Song of the Year, and ASCAP's 2002 Christian Song of the Year. His songs have been broadcast and performed in concerts around the world and have appeared on television shows such as the Oprah Winfrey show, as well as the BET and WB networks, among others. He is a 20004 alumnus of Leadership Music ( Nashville ). Kyle's itinerant, ecumenical ministry includes almost as many speaking engagements as concerts, because those opportunities allow him to blend his songs and storytelling with preaching and teaching. His music company, "See for Yourself Music", produces recordings, print music, and devotional materials which model Christian "edu-tainment" more than "entertainment". He has served as a teaching resource for both the Gospel Music Academy and the Samuel Project, a grant-funded mentoring program for students considering church-related vocations. Kyle also welcomes opportunities to teach creative writing and music in non-religious settings. Through a "Partners in the Arts" grant in Virginia , for example, he has taught songwriting and creative writing in public schools.   But Kyle's music is only a reflection of his deeper commitment to sound theology and spiritual health. Part of his mission is to motivate people to serve others in a way that allows them to meet Christ in "the least of these". In that endeavor, he is a recruiter for the Wherry Project, a transitional housing ministry near Nashville , TN , which combines the provision of renovated, low-cost shelter with programs for child development and adult support groups on a variety of issues. Kyle also serves on the board of directors for Hand Up Africa, a non-profit organization sending road paving and farming equipment to the people of Uganda, and he is a child sponsor and sponsor recruiter for Compassion International. In the course of his travels, Kyle lends temporary support to other deserving ministries and organizations, and he is an active part of a local congregation. The "Helping Others" page of his website is a resource for people interested in learning about, contributing to and participating in some of these helping ministries.   Kyle lives in Nashville with his wife Susan and children Emily and Christopher, writing for Universal Music Group and traveling many weekends to perform and speak. In April of 2006, his Alma Mater, Furman University , awarded him the Richard Furman Baptist Heritage Award recognizing "a graduate who reflects Baptist ideals by thinking critically, living compassionately and making life changing commitments."       For further info about the concert one can contact the Centre at 770-254-2787.  The Centre is located on Lower Fayetteville Road several miles east of Newnan.   For more info on Kyle Matthews you can visit his website at www.kylematthews.com.

[Coweta Arts Tidbits] Golden Dragon Acrobats Return to Arts Centre

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258  July 21, 2008   Golden Dragon Acrobats Return to Arts Centre        During the past four years there have been many great artists at the Centre for Performing and Visual Arts of Coweta County.  One of the most outstanding of these was the Golden Dragon Acrobats, who will be returning soon for another performance at the Arts Centre.        The Centre has provided this info on the perfomers:   The Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of a time honored tradition that began more than twenty-five centuries ago. The Golden Dragons are recognized throughout the United States and abroad as the premiere Chinese acrobatic touring company of today. The reputation of the company is solidly rooted in a commitment to the highest of production values and an attention to artistic details that is unparalleled in the art form. World renowned impresario Danny Chang and choreographer Angela Chang combine award-winning acrobatics, traditional dance, spectacular costumes, ancient and contemporary music and theatrical techniques to present a show of breathtaking skill and spellbinding beauty.      The performance of the Golden Dragon Acrobats will begin at 2:30 PM on September 7, 2008.  Tickets can be purchased by calling the Centre at 770-254-2787.         The Centre is located on Lower Fayetteville Road several miles east of Newnan.

[Coweta Arts Tidbits] Jerry Yates Performing at Grantville Day on Sept. 28

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258  July 15, 2008   Jerry Yates Coming to Grantville Days Crosstie Festival   Award-Winning Southern Country Gospel Musician Performs on Sept. 28        It would take a bit of time just to list all the awards won recently by Jerry Yates of Newnan.  And it would take some time to try to explain his unique musical blend, which really cannot be appreciated until one has had the pleasure of hearing him singing and playing his guitar.  There will be an opporunity to do so at this year's "Grantville Day", which is being called the Grantville Days Crosstie Festival.   Yates will be performing on Sunday afternoon September 28 from 1:00 PM  until 1:50 PM.  The Grantville Day Planning Committee is to be commended for bring someone of this calibre to their community festival.      Information about Yates is available on these websites:  www.indieheaven.com/artists/jerryyates www.shoutlife.com/JerryYates www.myspace.com/jerryyates www.sonicbids.com/JerryYates www.jerryyatesministries.com        Information about Grantville Day, including how to become a vendor, is available from its Chairman Sandra Luttrell at sangalasands@aol.com or by calling 770-583-2147 or by dropping in to see her at her restaurant on Main Street in Grantville.        Grantville is a small city in southern Coweta County located at Exit 35 on Interstate 85.

[Coweta Arts Tidbits] July Gospel Sing at Grantville Depot Announced

Coweta   Arts   Tidbits The  Successor  To  Newnan-Coweta  Arts  Council  News  Releases   Composed By:  Forrest W. Schultz  770-583-3258  July 11, 2008   July Southern Country Gospel Sing at Grantville Depot Announced        Some of the finest Southern Country Gospel Music on the Southside has been performed during the past several years at the renovated Railroad Freight Depot on Main Street in Grantville, a small city in southern Coweta County at Exit 35 on Interstate 85.  Roy Smith, the organizer of these concerts, has announced the perfomers for this month, which will be held on Saturday July 26 at 7:00 PM.       These musicians are:  The Knox Family from Tallahassee, AL                                      The Toomey Family from Phenix City, AL    and                                      One Accord from Columbus, GA.        As always, admission is free, everyone is welcome to attend, and refreshments will be available, and the atmosphere will be casual -- you may come and go when you please, and you may even listen from outside the building or from the adjacent Colley Park.        Smith intends for these concerts to not only be great arts events but also to serve as a ministry.  He says of this Sing, "Jesus will be there in the spirit to meet every need.  Bring the family and friends and be blessed."        For more information, one can contact Smith at either 770-251-5621 or by email at depotsinging@yahoo.com.