Dated Jan. 2, 1951. Choir of CMBC. Taken in the Konrad Conservatory? A splendid background. John Konrad was the conductor of the choir at this time. See CM 15-24-42. Konrad is seated in the 2nd row (middle). See 1992-14.2991 regarding Konrad. George D. Wiebe, in front row 3rd from left? Hedy Sawatsky in 2nd row 2nd from left. J
The choir, on tour in Ontario, visited Ailsa Craig. George Wiebe, conductor, is seen on the extreme right, front row. See the CM 4-10-5 for announcement & intinerary of the tour. Waldemar Regier (a student?) is in the back row at the far left?
Used in CM 18-8-8, reviewed by Howard Dyck. Orchestra & combined choirs of CMBC & MBBC performing "Elijah" at Centennial Concert Hall, Wpg. George Wiebe was the conductor. Smaller copy of photo (18x12.5) also. See CM 13-49-1.
Orchestra & choirs of CMBC & MBBC perform the "Elijah." Similar to 14.4132 except taken from the opposite angle. Two copies of photo, one further away.
Used in CM 19-8-7 & the Bulletin, SSCM, Sept. 13, 1966. Combined mass choir & string ensemble from Man. congs. perform in Wpg. aud. (compare to CM 13-49-1) at the closing session of the July Cf.; George Wiebe conducts.
This photo is of a 400 voice choir directed by George Wiebe (Wiebe is not visible in the photo). The choir is performing at Festival '71, an occasion sponsored by the BC Mennonite Brethren.