CALIFORNIA
PA C I F I C C O A S T H A R M O N Y
La Jolla
Presents,
with special guests,
R OYCE’S V OICES
Saturday, December 12, 3 PM and 7 PM
Torrey Pines Christian Church, Hashinger Hall
8320 La Jolla Scenic Drive North
Program
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Caroling, Caroling
Wo r d s b y Wi h l a H u t s o n ( 1 9 0 1 – 2 0 0 2 )
Music by Alfred Burt (1920–1954)
A r r a n g e m e n t b y D a v i d Wr i g h t © 6 / 7 / 9 3
P a c i f i c C o a s t H a r m o n y / R o y c e ’s Vo i c e s
II
Carol of the Bells
Wo r d s b y P e t e r J . Wi l h o u s k y ( 1 9 0 1 – 2 0 0 2 )
Music by Mykola Leontovych (1920–1954)
A r r a n g e m e n t b y D a v i d Wr i g h t © 8 / 2 5 / 8 8
R o y c e ’s Vo i c e s
III
I t ’ s t h e M o s t Wo n d e r f u l T i m e o f t h e Ye a r !
Wo r d s a n d M u s i c b y
Eddie Pola (1907–1995)
G e o r g e Wy l e ( 1 9 1 6 – 2 0 0 3 )
A r r a n g e m e n t b y J a y G i a l l o m b a r d o © 11 / 3 0 / 0 5
P a c i f i c C o a s t H a r m o n y / R o y c e ’s Vo i c e s
IV
Happy Holiday /
Wo r d s a n d M u s i c b y
Irvin Berlin (1888–1989)
Wo r d s a n d M u s i c b y
Kay Thompson (1909–1998)
The Holiday Season
A r r a n g e m e n t b y M a r k H a l e / S c o t t Tu r n b u l l © 2 0 0 8
D o n ’ t S i t U n d e r t h e “ C h r i s t m a s Tr e e ”
( D o n ’t S i t U n d e r t h e A p p l e Tr e e )
Wo r d s b y
Lew Brown (1893–1958)
C h a r l e s To b i a s ( 1 8 9 8 – 1 9 7 0 )
Music by Sam H. Sept (1897–1964)
Arrangement by David Harrington © 1992
The Christmas Song
(As sung by the Lettermen)
W i n t e r Wo n d e r l a n d
Wo r d s b y B o b We l l s ( 1 9 2 2 – 1 9 9 8 )
Wo r d s / M u s i c b y M e l To r m é ( 1 9 2 5 – 1 9 9 9 )
Arrangement by Kenny Potter © 2014
Wo r d s b y
Richard B. Smith (1901–1935)
Music by Felix Bernard (1897–1944)
A r r a n g e m e n t b y J . E d w a r d Wa e s c h e © 1 0 / 2 6 / 9 2
R o y c e ’s Vo i c e s
1
V
G o d R e s t Ye M e r r y, G e n t l e m e n
E n g l i s h T r a d i t i o n a l ( 1 5 0 0 ’s )
A r r a n g e m e n t b y G r e g Vo l k © 1 0 / 0 4 / 0 4
P a c i f i c C o a s t H a r m o n y / R o y c e ’s Vo i c e s
VI
Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!
Wo r d s b y
Sammy Cahn (1913–1993)
Music by Jule Styne (1905–1994)
Arrangement by Mando Fonseca © 1997
Hanukkah Medley
Tr a d i t i o n a l H e b r e w / J e w i s h
A r r a n g e m e n t b y J a m e s S . A r n s , J r. © 1 0 / 1 1 / 0 4
When My Heart Finds Christmas
Wo r d s a n d M u s i c b y
H a r r y C o n n i c k , J r. ( b . 1 9 6 7 )
A r r a n g e m e n t b y S t e v e Tr a m a c k © 1 0 / 11 / 0 4
Christmas Time is Here
Wo r d s a n d M u s i c b y
Lee Mendelson (b.1933)
Vi n c e G u a r a l d i ( 1 9 2 8 – 1 9 7 6 )
A r r a n g e m e n t b y J a m e s S . A r n s , J r. © 1 0 / 1 1 / 0 4
Soprano Solo: Ally Lawton
Feliz Navidad
Wo r d s a n d M u s i c b y
José Feliciano (b.1945)
A r r a n g e m e n t b y D a v e B r i n e r a n d To m G e n t r y © 2 0 0 4
Pacific Coast Harmony
VII
Santa Medley
– S a n t a C l a u s i s C o m i n g t o To w n
Wo r d s b y H a v e n G i l l e s p i e ( 1 8 8 8 – 1 9 7 5 )
Music by John Frederick Coots (1897–1985)
Arrangement by Aaron Dale © Oct. 2001
Pacific Coast Harmony
– Little Saint Nick
Wo r d s a n d M u s i c b y B r i a n Wi l s o n ( b . 1 9 4 2 )
Mike Love (b.1941)
Arrangement by Jon Nicholas © 2010
Behind the Barn
– Here Comes Santa Claus
Wo r d s b y G e n e A u t r y ( 1 9 0 7 – 1 9 9 8 )
Music by Oakley Halderman (1909–1986)
A r r a n g e m e n t b y M a r s h a l l We b b © 2 0 0 9
R o y c e ’s Vo i c e s
– Jolly Old Saint Nicholas
– U p o n t h e H o u s e To p
Wo r d s a n d M u s i c b y
Benjamin Hanby (1833–1867)
Arrangement by Aaron Dale © Oct. 2001
Pacific Coast Harmony
– Intermission –
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VIII
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel
12th Century Plain Song
John Mason Neale (1818–1866)
Arrangement by Kevin Keller © 7/02/91
R o y c e ’s Vo i c e s
IX
M a r y D i d Yo u K n o w ?
Wo r d s a n d M u s i c b y
Mark Lowry (b.1958)
Buddy Greene (b.1963)
A r r a n g e m e n t b y D a v i d Wr i g h t © 2 0 0 3
Behind the Barn
X
J e s u s , J e s u s , R e s t Yo u r H e a d
In the Bleak Mid-Winter
Tr a d i t i o n a l A p p a l a c h i a n C a r o l
A r r a n g e m e n t b y D r. G r e g o r y K . Ly n e © 1 9 9 4
Wo r d s b y C h r i s t i n a R o s s e t t i ( 1 8 3 0 – 1 8 9 4
Music by Gustav Holst (1874–1934)
Arrangement by Joseph H. Jennings © 2006
Soprano Solo: Ally Lawton
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
( A s s u n g b y Ta k e 6 )
Wo r d s b y
C h a r l e s We s l e y ( 1 7 0 7 – 1 7 8 8 )
Music by Felix Mendelssohn (1809–1847)
A r r a n g e m e n t b y D r. C e d r i c D e n t © 1 9 9 1
R o y c e ’s Vo i c e s
XI
Little Drummer Boy / Peace On Earth
1 9 4 1 – Wo r d s a n d M u s i c b y
Katherine Kennicott Davis (1892–1980)
1 9 7 7 – A d d i t i o n a l Wo r d s a n d M u s i c b y D a v i d B o w i e ( b . 1 9 4 7 )
I. Fraser (1933–2014) / L. Grossman (b.1938) /A. Kohan (b.1933)
Arrangement by Jay Giallombardo © 07/21/05
Te n o r S o l o : D a v e P f i z e n m e i e r
A n g e l s We H a v e H e a r d O n H i g h
Tr a d i t i o n a l F r e n c h C a r o l ( 1 8 6 2 )
Arrangement by Joe Johnson © 2007
Pacific Coast Harmony
XII
Oh Holy Night
Wo r d s b y P l a c i d e C a p p e a u ( 1 8 0 8 – 1 8 7 7 )
Music by Adolphe Adam (1803–1856)
A r r a n g e m e n t b y S . P. E . B . S . Q . S . A . © 1 1 / 1 7 / 0 3
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Bass Solo: Larry Thorpe
P a c i f i c C o a s t H a r m o n y / R o y c e ’s Vo i c e s
It Came Upon A Midnight Clear /
Wo r d s b y E d m u n d H . S e a r s
(1810–1876)
M u s i c b y R i c h a r d S . Wi l l i s ( 1 8 1 9 – 1 9 0 0 )
Arrangement by Jim Clancy © 1986
P a c i f i c C o a s t H a r m o n y / R o y c e ’s Vo i c e s
Silent Night
Wo r d s b y J o s e p h M o h r ( 1 7 9 2 – 1 8 4 8 )
Music by Franz Gruber (1787–1863)
Arrangement by Jim Clancy © 1986
R o y c e ’s Vo i c e s
Auld Lang Syne
Wo r d s b y ( S c o t s p o e m )
Robert Burns (1759–1796)
Tr a d i t i o n a l F o l k S o n g – R o u d # 6 2 9 4 ( 1 9 0 9 – 1 9 8 6 )
Arrangement by Dave Briner © 1991
P a c i f i c C o a s t H a r m o n y / R o y c e ’s Vo i c e s
Program subject to change
CALIFORNIA
PA C I F I C C O A S T H A R M O N Y
La Jolla's own Pacific Coast Harmony is an award-winning men’s a cappella
La Jolla
ensemble known for their vocal artistry and entertaining interpretations of a wide
range of musical styles. Specializing in the uniquely American Barbershop Harmony
art form, PCH sings music that spans from the Great American Songbook, Broadway
theater and film, to popular traditional pieces, and beyond.
Following the retirement of founding Master Director and International multi-gold medalist,
Kim Vaughn, in October, PCH has been under the musical guidance of Royce Ferguson, an
acclaimed International gold medal quartet and chorus director in his own right.
PCH is uniquely composed of dedicated men who love to sing, all volunteers. If you are a
man who loves to sing, or know someone who would enjoy the thrill of ringing chords and
bringing joy to enthusiastic audiences of all ages, PCH is now accepting new members for
the upcoming concert season. Give the gift of singing and let’s share the joy of music
together in San Diego.
Pacific Coast Harmony is delighted to be joined by Royce’s Voices for these Holiday Concerts.
PCH wishes to thank you, our generous and devoted patrons. You make the music possible.
PCH continues its mission of enriching our local community with performances and educational
programs as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Learn more:
pacificcoastharmony.org
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R OYCE’S V OICES
Praised for their tight harmonies with a rich and
seamless blend of voices, Royce’s Voices is an
award-winning men’s a cappella ensemble from
San Diego. Founded in 1998 by Royce Ferguson
as part of the San Diego State University
Community Music School, the group was initially
called America’s Finest City Singers. As word spread about this ensemble however, a short
and fun nickname quickly appeared – Royce’s Voices – and the name stuck.
The men of Royce’s Voices hold a very special place in their hearts for the Holiday Season.
Through the years, Royce’s Voices has performed in many San Diego venues, including
Copley Symphony Hall, the Neurosciences Institute, Mandeville Auditorium and many more.
Of all of these wonderful performances, a treasured highlight of the year is always
performing at Balboa Park as part of the festive December Nights events. Today, Royce’s
Voices is excited to add Hashinger Hall to their venue list and the privilege to share with you
the joy that only a cappella music of the Holidays can present. Thank you for kicking off your
Holiday Season with us. Enjoy!
Royce’s Voices is proud to be a part of our local music community with performances, clinics and
other educational programs as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Learn more:
roycesvoices.com or “Like” us on Facebook: facebook.com/roycesvoices
BEHIND THE BARN
An audience favorite since they formed in 2012,
Behind the Barn brings together over 50 years of
combined barbershopping experience! Some of
you may recognize Tenor, Dave Garstang, as the
talented golden voice of International
multi-medalist quartet, The Grand Tradition and
1994 Far Western District quartet champion, Western Union. With Dave Pfizenmeier on Lead,
Neal Palmer singing Bass, and Mark Whelan, Baritone, Behind the Barn has quickly climbed
the ladder of success both in shows and competition. Now ranked in the top ten for the Far
Western District, sit back and enjoy the smooth harmonies and fun of Behind the Barn!
“Like” us on Facebook: facebook.com/behindthebarnquartet
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Ally Lawton
Ally is a recent graduate of Cal-State University, Fullerton
with a Bachelor of Arts in Music. While studying for her
degree, she performed with several music and theater
ensembles around Orange County and Los Angeles. Since
returning to San Diego this past summer, Ally starred in
the lead role as Mary Poppins in the stunning smash hit at
the Mt. Helix Amphitheater with Christian Community
Theater San Diego. Ally is thrilled to sing with Pacific Coast
Harmony and Royce’s Voices.
D a v e P fi z e n m e i e r
Dave Pfizenmeier is a San Diego native who excelled as an
instrumentalist in high school and college. In 2009, Dave
became hooked on barbershop harmony and hasn’t
looked back. Dave now sings Lead in Behind the Barn and
is the Lead section leader for Pacific Coast Harmony.
Larry Thorpe
Larry was born and raised in California. He joined the
United States Air Force after high school and retired after
20 years of active duty. He has three children and four
grandchildren. He lived in San Diego for 25 years working
at Miramar Marine Air Corps. Station. In 2010, he fully
retired and in 2013, he moved to Oregon. He is a proud 46
year member of the Barbershop Harmony Society and has
sung with Royce’s Voices since its inception in 1998.
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– Pacific Coast Harmony –
Musical Director – Royce Ferguson
Ken Baker • Michael Bauer • Lou Benedict • Mike Cowan • Chase Cullen
Tom Davis • Rod Deakers • Tom Fazekas • Dave Foti • Mike French
Pete Hensley • Jim Hilgenberg • Jerry Kent • Alan LeVezu • Tyler Mitchell
Craig Monsel • Sam Nicolas • Dave Pfizenmeier • John Rhodes • Brad Roberts
Jim Schumacher • Bryan Thompson • Jim Watt • Mark Whelan
– Royce’s Voices –
Musical Director – Royce Ferguson
Steven Bates • John Forrest • John Goebel • Bryan Sandberg • Jason James
Brad Kelso • John Madsen • Tom Powell • Mark Reich • Ben Smurthwaite
Michael Ho • Mike Lawton • Jonathan Tappan • Larry Thorpe • Allan Webb
– Behind the Barn –
Dave Garstang • Dave Pfizenmeier • Neal Palmer • Mark Whelan
Special Thanks to Neal Palmer – Lighting and Sound
– Soloists –
Ally Lawton • Dave Pfizenmeier • Larry Thorpe
– Affiliations –
Barbershop Harmony Society • Far Western District • San Diego Chorus
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