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Show 4A The Summit County Bee Coalville, UT 84017 Friday, September 27, 1985 Senior Citizen News eet Your Neighbors . District, she is working with two rt. schools. She is teaching P.E. She- is a music ! and music. .specialist. She is a very talented person and those of us who have vher tapes realize this as her beautiful music flows and fills pur homes and our hearts with a ..new delightful sound. ' Combine a breath of freshness with determination, optimism, talent and a few strong currents of directed energy - and Sherree t Fitzgerald emerges, ready to ' take on the world of pop Mormon music. ' The local artist released her 'second tape, recorded both in 'English and Spanish, earlier this 'year on April 6. Sirviendo Con Gozo," the Spanish version of the tape "Sharing With Joy" is the first J.DS pop music recorded in "Spanish. It came about as the 'result of pooled talent, a dream find an obvious need. "Everyone knows someone who speaks Spanish or has been g a country," Sherree. "says "Many people "want their children to learn the 'language. Being bilingual is 'becoming a very practical aspect 'bf our lives." The excitement Sherree feels about her newest tape seems to 'Surround her. The young woman became fluent in Spanish a few bars ago while servinjg a piis$ion m Ecuador for The Church of 'Jesus Christ of Latter-da- y Saints. Her love of the language and for tlie people flows into and from n 'the melodies of the LDS songs. Tve tried to interpret acceptable Mormon songs and set them to orchestration and vocals that g and ire really cohesive." she says. fAlex Ibarra, a good friend from El Salvador, translated many of Sherree's selections and in fact, was partly responsible for the birth of the bilingual tape. After she'd been home a few months from her mission, Sherree taped some songs, made about 20 copies, and sent them to various families and friends in Ecuador. She made the "mistake" of giving one to Alex, who in his capacity as a Spanish teacher at the LDS Missionary Training Center, found a huge demand for Her music. "He kept asking me if he could duplicate it," Sherree says, "and reminding me that we need some good songs for missionaries in Spanish. No one had recorded any - so he and I went to work on Spanish-speakin- well-know- tight-fittin- if." ' Sherree and Alex were looking for a sound appropriate for LDS missionaries. They wanted ii , music which was in no way offensive" to Mormon listeners. "We chose songs that people already knew." explains Sherree. "because if people are going to learn a new song in a different language, they don't want to have to learn the song in addition to the language." As with many languages, Sherree found that singing Spanish was easier than speaking it and had little trouble capturing the accent. She credits Bill Stoker, a local professional pop music voice teacher with instructing her in. the correct methods of pronunciation which in turn helped her understand the analytical processes involved. With her two tapes, Sherree has made a significant contribution to the LDS Mormon pop music market, and plans to continue recording - if circumShe notes stances allow. however, that all the aspirations and work of Mormon musicians trying to progress in LDS pop is wasted if the public doesnt pick up on their efforts and support their music. "I really think if Mormons want to do something about the ugliness on radio - the worldly, secular suggestive lyrics and beat - then they should pay attention to Mormon music and where it's going. Sherree believes that if youth are exposed to wholesome music it will have a profound influence in their personal lives. "Parents should get some good selections in their music libraries. Almost anything would budding professionals in the area such as Roger Hoffmann, Jan Perry, Kristen Randle, Steven Kapp Perry, and Ron Williams strive to sustain each other and need support. She hails Jeff Herrera as a great benefactor to the LDS pop music movement because he is willing to gamble and finance unproven artists in order to develop the business. "That's more than most are' willing to do," she says. "I believe we have a long way to go. We have not as a people come to the ideal sound. I think we've had some great musicians, and I love them, but I think we can exceed what they have produced. The best songs have yet to be written." Sherree observes that the LDS people seem to be skeptical about past "LDS sounds," and are also skeptical about future LDS contemporary sounds - yet she points out that the "ideal" sound will continue to remain elusive unless the LDSmarket is willing to grow with the artists. Aren't we a people who believe in perfection as a process?" she questions. "I hope the public remembers that and is tolerant." Sherree is looking for new. CtaeRtI OoaRds School Sherree Fitzgerald distinctive styles of music. You need to accept them separately as legitimate. Judge a style for what it was intended; for what it teaches. songs for her future projects. She wants exciting, motivating, invigorating sounds'' that arc at the same time sacred. "Mormons tend to look at scores that are upbeat and say that can't be religious.' That's too bad. I don't want it to end high-quali- ty Fitzgerald is certain the music industry will pick UP end develop in "Mormondom as long as there's a recognized need and active supporter She says there are good studiop and plenty erf talent. here." Although she is optimistic about the progress and growth of LDS pop, Fitzgerald is currently sticking with a conservative policy because that is where the LDS audience is at and she doesn't want to appear too radical. It's hard to imagine Sherree Fitzgerald as radical - even by conservative LDS musical standards. Enthusiastic, innovative and creative might more accurately describe her aspirations. One major criticism of LDS pop is that much of it consists Of, simple lyrics covered with syrur Fitzgerald would like to see tb musical scores deepen into a more profound contemporary sound that offers spirituality S simultaneously. Quality music in Sherrees opinion is songs with a performed with accuracy and feeling interpretation combined with skilled orchestra- Singling out Vaughn Johnson, the man who wrote the arrangements for "Sharing with Joy,". Sherree says he has both a gift and skill to create precise, coherent music - which is exactly what she is going for. "He's, not a specialist in Mormon music. He's trained in jazz, pop, country and classical, she says. "That's probably why he can zero in on the sound I want." Sherree believes that music is an extension of people "because - good-messag- e tion. "Interpretation is the most important thing... almost more than the song," she says. "That, plus the message, is good criteria for judging music of this type. The daughter of Jay and Lacy Fitzgerald began her singing career early. By the age of four she was standing on the fire hearth singing "Oh You Beautii while , her mother ful , Doll, played the piano. Lacy continued to help and encourage her daughter - and even played the piano accompaniment on her first tape. "The Spirit in All Things, came about as a desire to satisfy a desire," and as a result of deciding not to make a tape. "1 investigated every route, Sherree explains. At that time, it would have cost about $30,000 for the orchestration, etc. When I called dad and told him I wasnt going to do it, he told me I should come home to California where we could rent a studio for a few hours and make a sort of Book of Rememberance on tape. With mother in tow as pianist, Sherree did just that. "I had known for years the songs I wanted to do and how I wanted to sing them. Once the music was taped, the demand for it surfaced almost immediately. People kept requesting copies until Sherree's father finally suggested putting a cover on it and "calling it a Sheree Fitzgerald It perform. combination. of Dance presents NEW CLASSES NOW IN COALVILLE & HENEFER For Professional Instruction by a Qualified Instructor . Choreographer & in CLOGGING JAZZDRILL BREAK DANCE NOW! SQUARE DANING Adults, Teens, Youth 3 & Up, CouplesSingles, Boys & Gris Coalville Classes on Tues. & Wed., Quonset Hut Henefer Classes on Wed. & Thurs. 336-530- 2 For Registration Special family rates ("cheaper by the dozen!") -- lli ; , a 'People get too narrow. You don't have to decide between two good jiO, 0 nUlMi'i . :! 4 Monday Sept. 16 - The leaves are putting on their dresses of red and gold" Summer has gone and the days are colder. Canning season is in full swing and we are taking advantage of the fruits of the harvest, storing and preserving for our future enjoyment. Favorite jam, pickle and relish recipes, are being exchanged at our center. Conversations are including departure dates for those members who head south for the winter. Enthusiastic, ardent Ivy Nielhas been working over pulling and telephoning to make the scheduled Vegas, Phoenix, Canyon Tour available and enjoyable for those who would like to go. Thank you We are happy June Ivy. Kennedy is looking and feeling so much better, we are glad die is able to meet with us again. Edna Fitzgerald and Mae Pres cott won blue ribbons on their fair entries.' Edna exhibited two son time-pushi- - ' .! well-round- -- ' i ; Ann Jacobson of Upton is our Summit County Cook this week. , Ann is the wife of . Rays Jacobson. She and her husband have lived in Upton their entire lives. Ann moved across a field when she married Roy. Ann has five children and five grandchildren. Ann hates to cook but the figures that since the has to do it she might as well do a good job of it. That is why she has strived to be such a good cook. Ann enjoys writing poetry, painting and drawing. She works at Taco Time in Evanston. Ann and her family enjoy country style and home style' cooking. She says she cooks just the1 basic foods nothing fancy; but you can judge for yourself from her recipes: I i ' Crab Dip lb. crab meat 3 8 oz. pkgs. soft cream cheese Vi cup lemon juice 2 tbs. chopped onion 3 tbs. chopped chives Vi tbs. paprika Vi tbs. pepper Mix well and serve with snak crackers or chips. 1 XA t. Lettuce Salad head lettuce cut up. Add Vi .onion chopped, 1 green pepper, and 1 layer frozen peas n i. uncooked, .r-Cover and seal with 2 cups salad dressing plus 2 tbs. sugar, sprinkle with grated- cheese. 1 -- t ACCOUNTING CLERK, . ! j Lemon Pudding Salad , Combine J.,can crushed pineapple, 1 can fruit cocktail (includejuiceV 2 cups small marshmallows lemon' instant ,2' ' f 'Pudfdfrg. Add - 8 qp. carfon cool whip. Stir anJ serve. ; PART TIME Summit County Treasurer is seeking a part.time.Jn- dividual to assist in the accounting' and collection of I public funds during peak months. Shift work may be ' required from November 18 to December 6, 1 985. ' MINIMUM ng, Summit County Cook of the Week tape." "For what we haven't put into it," she says, "it has sold immensely well. Although Sherree has sung in musical groups all her life, she didn't take formal singing lessons until she attended BYU. She performed with Young Ambassadors for three years and in between the BYU Acappclla Choir. She believes that life is made up of experiences and that she learned a lot from both groups. "Multiple training is essential if you want to be a musician, she says. 'Acappclla taught me how to sing Young Ambassadors how to was . j QUALIFICATIONS) ; and experience with computer data entry, typ-inmath and bookkeeping. Typing skill must be Job Seiyice certified at 50 wpm. ; Wage range $4.88 to $5.60 per hour. ; Submit resume to Glen G. : Thompson, Summit County Treasurer, P.O. Box 128, Coalville, Utah 84107 by Ability October 11. 1985. people make music. And in fact, her light, soothing vocals are an extension of her easy manner and natural warmth. I believe in what I'm doing. Many thanks to Leanne Hoffmann of the Provo Herald who is a staff writer, for helpful information writing this Meet Your Neighbor - and to Sherree's devoted father and mother who suggested the article. South Summit 3k. . R Summit County Cooks ' ' Meet Your Neighbor The neighbor that we will meet this week is Miss Sherree Fitzgerald. She is the daughter of Sheldon and Lacy Fitzgerald of Walnut Creek, California, She is the granddaughter of Frank and Madaline Fitzgerald of Kamas, Utah. At the present time Sherree is teaching in the Alpine Meet Your Neighbor g, , Applesauce Oatmeal Cookies Cream 2 cups sugar and 1 cup v shortening.' ' Add 2 eggs beat Well 1 Add small can applesauce ' .V . beat well, , Add. ana mix well 3V4 cups flour, 1 tegs, nutmeg, 114 teas. cinnamon, 1 teas, cloves, V4 teas, soda, 2 cups oatmeal and 1 cup raisins and nuts. Bank at 400 for 10 minutes. oil paintings and Mae two crewel embroidered pictures. Congrat- ulations. Welcome! to. Hilda Thacker who is assisting our good cooks in the kitchen. Speaking of good cooks - the thick slices of turkey, yummy potato salad, steamed carrots, light golden hot rolls and honey, plus peaches and prepared for us today was relished by all. Was nice to have the Joe Jensens meet with us. Thursday Sept. 19. Overcast sky and liquid sunshine didn't the warm friendly dampen atmosphere at our center today. An energetic group assembled for cards, pool, friendly chatter and handwork, (mostly eye We could catching afghans). certainly have an arts and craft show of our own with all the countless articles made by our senior citizens and one equal in beauty and workmanship to any displayed at the State Fair. Roy and Myri Thornton are back after spending the summer at Manor Land. They had a delightsome time traveling fifteen hundred miles on their four wheeler through 'the mountain country. They reported seeing many moose, some deer and only one elk. Becky Christensen, the county nurse, and her parents were guests today. Frank Karmon met with us and explained the Green Thumb program available to Summit County residents. We have really been enjoying the fresh produce furnished by some of our senior, citizens. String beans from the garden of Tom Bates. Juicy, fresh from the vine tomatoes from Harold Richards garden and crisp apples from the trees at LaVern Crandalls. Our appreciation and thanks for sharing your goodies with us. Did you read about 75 year old Los Angeles woman wnb recently earned her Black Belt in karate? That should make us feel guilty for not taking advantage bf our two hour a week swimming privileges at the local pool. Our thanks to Glennis Phelps, Edna Sweena and Afton Grotepas for their good works at reporting, A little prayer I read recently is a fitting ending. "Lord fill my mouth with proper stuff, and nudge me when I've said cup-cak- es enough." Lorraine Bagnell . |
