Gerald Fagan Singers

Gerald Fagan Singers
2010 Season - Photo by Joris Van Daele

Friday, February 18, 2011

The Order of Ontario

Surrounded by his family, Gerald Fagan was honoured and inducted into the Order of Ontario.  The appointees to Ontario's highest honour were chosen for their contributions to the arts, justice, science, medicine, history, politics, philanthropy, and the environment.

It was an event that Gerald shared with his wife and partner of almost 50 years, Marlene, and four of his five children; Leslie, Louise, Judy, and Jennifer. Definitely a proud moment for all of the family, and it only would have been better if the youngest of the five Fagan's, Jonathon, had been able to travel from abroad to join in the family pride.

Although the award was presented to Gerald, it must be noted that the support, partnership, and musical genious of Marlene, makes this award a shared and deserved honour. 

No one was prouder of Gerald that day, than Marlene and the bevy of beauties that surrounded him.  This is a moment in our lives that will not be forgotten very quickly and personally, I am grateful for the experience.  Congratulations Dad!  xo

Sharing in the proud moment are Louise, Leslie, Marlene, (Gerald), Jennifer, and Judy

Spring is Springing??

An update....

The beginning of Christmas this past December was marked with the annual Messiah "concert" held at St. Peter's Basilica in London.  "Concert"?  Well...yes! However, for some, the annual Messiah is more than a concert - it marks the beginning of one of the holiest seasons of the year.  Sitting inside the splendour of St. Peter's, the concert realizes the true meaning of Christmas for many. 

And as always, the Fagan Singers, joined by a handful of talented members of Chorus London, did not disappoint!  Each year, I personally leave the concert, thinking that this year was much better than last - and honestly, look forward to the following year.