Austrian Choir Heimatecho

The Austrian mixed Choir “Heimatecho” has been singing together since 1980 when a group of members of the Austrian-Canadian Society got together to rehearse some traditional songs for the Christmas party at the newly opened Austrian-Canadian Cultural Centre. Over the years 30 singers joined the choir, which performs at various club functions and also sings at senior homes and hospitals. New singers are always welcome to join the choir. Rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m.

For more information please call Frieda Foidl 403-246-0259 or email choir@austrianclub.ca

Choir Report

Dear Friends and Members:

Fall is here with awesome fall colours that give us the energy to practice songs for the season and for wonderful musical performances. Our choir Heimatecho started
in September to perform at our 46th annual Heimatabend. We has a great audience, a full house, and people had a great time. There was also delicious food. The special Guest was the German Male Chorus of Calgary with their great songs and wonderful voices, a special thank you to Music Director Susan Woodward. Thanks also to the Schuhplattler Verein Enzian for performing their crowd favorite dances!

On a somber note, Choir Heimatecho has lost a great friend and special voice in Heinz Franke. He would have like the songs we sang on September 27th when his
family gave him a celebration of life. On October 24th the Choir will perform a short singalong program at the Austrian Club, during Oktoberfest. The next performance is on November 10th at the Trinity Lodge, a friendly and special group of seniors who enjoy our Austrian Christmas music. On November 29th the Choir will be travelling to Edmonton and the University of Alberta for a special Silent Night Christmas Concert. Heimatecho is thrilled to be invited and honored to help keep Austrian culture alive. We are proud musical ambassadors that perform classical Austrian music in four part harmony. Thanks to choir Director Jeannie Park who is always trying new songs to give us confidence.

The Choir has been blessed with two new members, welcome Hilli and Rosa. In December we are looking forward to enjoy our annual Christmas Dinner at the
Austrian Club, socializing with members, family and friends. A special thanks to the Austrian Canadian Society for their continued support to practice our Musical Heritage for over 40 years!

I am announcing that I am stepping down. Starting the new year 2027 a capable choir member , Edeltraud Fabianke, will be looking after our Choir. I wish her luck
and lots of confidence to build new friendships. As the year is drawing to a close, I wish everyone to stay happy and think positive. Enjoy life and stay healthy. Best wishes and Seasons Greetings to you all.

Best wishes to everyone,
Frieda Foidl