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PAGE 18 â€" WATERLOO CHRONICLE, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 1985 Coral Andrews Chronicle Staff "J.S.. Bach was a man unfettered by time and place. His Mass in B Minor is a vision of fulfillment and wholeness, a legacy. It‘s the antithesis of art for art‘s sake," said Kâ€"W Philharmonic Choir conductor Howard Dyck, to a wellâ€"attendâ€" ed Centre in the Square congregation. C0 _ In the triâ€"centennial celebrations of composers Handel and J.S. Bach, the Kâ€"W Philharmonic Choir‘s performance of Bach‘s vast Mass in B Minor was a memorable triumph. For this particular work is one of the most difficult choral challenges a singing ensemble could possibly undertake. Conductor Dyck‘s arrangment provided unique texture through three skillful combinations. First, the four soloists soprano Elizabeth Neufeld, mezzoâ€"soprano Margaret Kuhl, tenor Douglas Robinson, and baritone Daniel Lichti, second the utilization of the 20â€"member Elmer Iseler ensemble, corp of the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir, and the full strength of the Kâ€"W Philharmonic Choir, plus the talent of the Kâ€"W Symphony orchestra, especially first violinist Irving IImer. This style has been done before, but Dyck has mastered it to nearâ€"perfection with the achievement of an extraordinary choral spectacle. â€" â€" â€" _ RESTAURANT & TAVERN This Weeks Specials Hot & Cold Buffet......... 5* / BBQ Chicken Plate As4S with potato and salad bar . . Junior New York Steak with potato and salad bar . . . Waterloo Town Square Through the critically precise five major movements of Crxas Bar Mon.â€"Sat. 8 a.m.â€"10 p.m. 7899‘31 9 a.m.â€"7 p.m Distinctive Wedding Services Kâ€"W Philharmonic Bach tribute a memorable musical triumph LUNCH SPECIAL Soup and Sandwich Invitations â€" Floral Arrangements Wedding Cakes â€" Reception Halls Disc Jockeys / Live Music Caterers and Bartenders Portrait and Video Photographers call 742â€"9845 to make an appointment for your personalized consultation â€"Bâ€"® \f â€"LARZDLT L ®© We provide personalized fitness and nutritional counselling ® Fitness assessment and exercise programs are developed by a professional fitness consultant ® Nutritional consultation by a protessional Dietitian /Nutritionist ® Medical examination is recommended ® Senior citizens rates available "OVERWEIGHT & OUT OF SHAPE?" iR 690 Beimont St. W., Suite 201 743â€"7430 Professional Health Care Service ApWolper Jemace ONE KING ST W (at Queen) DOWNTOWN KITCHENER 745â€"4321 3 Easter Ceéelebrations Calil today for reservations and treat your family to our Easter Best! ~ Convenient Appointment Times â€" 743â€"7430 Despite this, the choir‘s amalgamation, working with Bach‘s phrasing and their own understanding of the work and each other. was for the most part a solid effort. Mezzoâ€"soprano Margaret Kuhl, lent a graciousness and eloquence to her solos, especially Agnus Dei, a performance highlight. â€" o o _ a:ch’s Latin mass, the entire ensemble braved this melodic t of Bach‘s faith superbly. This piece is extremely demanding due to continual vocal variations, in range and exact interpretation. _ . ‘The soloists were occasionally weak in pockets, due to ac_gou§t'§cn_l_ pro_l_:lerqs and differentiating structures. Tenor Douglas Robinson, exuded a confidence and overâ€" whelming spirit with the piece singing the memorable Benedictus without the familiar security of a choir book. It was obvious to the house Robinson had committed his parts to loving memory. The joy on his face was plain to see. Kuh] and soprano Neufeld blended well, the spritely soprano a little stronger in duo arias. Both were inspiring as they delivered complex melody, with deserved audience awe. The Kâ€"W Philharmonic Choir had been rehearsing Bach‘s Mass in B Minor for months, prior to this outstanding perforâ€" mance. LIFESTYLE, HEALTH & FITNESS SERVICES You‘ll be welcomed with a most sumptuous Easter Buffet. Including lobster and the best of breakfast and lunch. In the lower level from 10:30 a.m.to 2:30 p.m $12.50 ($5 00 chitgren under 8) Sunday Brunch e Halibut Dinner . . . .. .. ... ... . 8 e Cod Dinner ... ... ... .... ... . 3 e Cod Snack Pagk ............. 2 e Deep Sea Sub ... ............ 2 e Turkey Sub . .. ... ... ... .. ... 2 e Chicken Breast Dinner . ... .. ... 4 TRY OUR » 11 Varieties of Fish & Chips (including Halibut) & Clam Chowder » Back Bacon Onâ€"Aâ€"Bun » Burgers » Sandwiches Soft Ice Cream WTTHTIMLJ®* RESstaurant EASTER FEATURES: BREAKFAST SERVED ANY TIME OF DAY Family dining or take out ‘‘Now in our 11th year!"‘ 478â€"A Albert St. Waterioo Parkdale Plaza Mon.â€"Sat. 8 amâ€"8 pm CLOSED SUNDAYS * $ Open Good Friday 11 amâ€"8 pm 235 245 225 440 510