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PATRONS : Dr Robert Boughen OBE and David Gray March / April 2021
David Bailey accompanies
silent movies at GOMA
TOSAQ DIRECTORY COMING UP:
President: Details of upcoming events can be found on
Lance Hutchinson 0422 812 636 https://www.tosaq.com.au/whats-on/
hlhutch@optusnet.com.au Practice Nights
Vice-President: Monday 26th April - 7.30pm
Kevin Collins 0412 788 925 Monday 10th May - 7.30pm
k.collins@iinet.net.au
Monday 24th May – 7.30pm
Treasurer: Monday 31st May – 7.30pm
Kevin Purchase (07) 3359 6016
dipur@bigpond.com
Held at Kelvin Grove State College Theatre
from 7.30pm. Come along and have a play—
Executive Secretary: all welcome! Enjoy a cuppa with fellow players.
Brett Kavanagh 0412 879 678 Listening/playing guests welcome. Note that
info@tosaq.com.au
COVID-19 Qld Health requirements will be in
Tibia Editor: force.
Rob Weismantel 0407 746 569
whitecloak1@hotmail.com
Club Day
Committee Members: Sunday 2 May – 2.00pm
Rick Whatson
Debbie Fitzsummons
Kelvin Grove State College Hall
Robert Weismantel A number of artists have been preparing a
John Rattray variety of new tunes with a few old
Murray Ries
Tim Larritt favourites for this Club Day. Afternoon tea
Petrus Rossouw will be provided during the intermission.
Christie Maintenance:
Rick Whatson 0451-409 343
greenfox4075@gmail.com TOSA Gold Coast
Sunday 16 May 12.00pm / 2.00pm
Postal Address (all correspondence): Final Luncheon and Musical Afternoon
51 Princess St, Mitchelton QLD 4053
Bookings Essential - Lunch is limited to
TOSA QUEENSLAND was established on 50 people only-$22.50 per person. Contact
26 Feb 1964 Gary Ivory pengary1@onthenet.com.au
Unless otherwise noted, our daytime Concert Event
meetings are held from 2 pm at Kelvin Mathew Loeser
Grove State College Theatre, corner of
Sunday 4 July – 2.00pm
Tank Street & Victoria Park Road, Kelvin
Christie Cinema Pipe Organ, Piano &
Grove 4059 — ALL WELCOME!
Vocals
www.tosaq.com.au Kelvin Grove State College Hall
Tickets on sale soon
Concert Event
Chris McPhee & Andrew Crispe
Opinions expressed herein are not necessarily Sunday 26 September – 2.00pm
that of the TOSAQ committee, its membership
Christine Cinema Pipe Organ and Vocals
or the Society’s policy.
Kelvin Grove State College Hall
Tickets on sale soon
installed. Chris is looking forward to performing
FROM THE PRESIDENT’S DESK in air-conditioned comfort this time around.
Chris will be joined by Adelaide singer Andrew
It was heart-warming to see Maher Hall on the
Crispe.
Gold Coast filled to capacity with family and
friends from around Australia for Bill
This Sunday 2 May, 2pm at Kelvin Grove will
Schumacher’s recent memorial service. In
be our second Club Day for the year. This will
addition to the 150 people in attendance the
be a structured afternoon of music by local
service was streamed live on Facebook. This
artist. Be sure to support the artists who have
has been viewed over 700 times. Bill had many
prepared a great program to share with you.
music friends throughout America and the
Afternoon tea will be provided during interval. A
United Kingdom.
lucky door prize of two (2) single concert tickets
to either Mathew Loeser or Chris McPhee’s
The service was a fitting tribute to Bill’s life, his
concert will be raffled on Sunday. You have to
music and contribution to the communities he
be in attendance this Sunday Club Day to be in
lived in. Celebrant, George Harvey navigated a
the running!
beautiful service which featured music from
Tony Fenelon, Debbie Fitzsummons and
I encourage all members to ensure their annual
George, eulogies from family members where
fees are paid as soon as possible. This will
family stories and Bill’s music crossed paths
ensure TOSAQ can cover our annual operating
many times, lifelong friend John Atwell beamed
and insurance costs along with keeping the
in via ZOOM from Melbourne to deliver a
Christie in fine working order.
eulogy, and Brett Kavanagh spoke on behalf of
the theatre organ societies both here in
TOSA Gold Coast have been having some in-
Australia and aboard. Bill was at the centre of
depth discussions over the past six months
every word and note of music….. just as he
regarding the future of the society. At the recent
would have wanted. Bill will be sadly missed by
AGM, a motion was put to the TOSA Gold
many.
Coast members on the future of the club. The
unanimous decision was to close the club.
TOSAQ co-patron David Gray, sent through his
TOSAQ will continue to provide support to Gold
condolences and love to everyone in Brisbane
Coast members to ensure home parties can
and the Australian Theatre Organ community
continue. More information will be provided in
when the news of Bill’s passing came through.
the coming months. The final TOSA Gold Coast
…“What a character, talented musician and
Musical Afternoon at Mahar Hall will be Sunday
supporter of the art – and supportive friend”…
16 May. The afternoon will commence will one
of the famous TOSA GC luncheons starting at
It’s exciting to announce that after much
12.30pm with music from 2.00pm. I encourage
negotiating with artists and the school we have
all TOSAQ members to attend this event.
two concerts booked in with more in the pipe
line. Adelaide artists Mathew Loeser and Chris
Don’t forget Monday Nights - please check your
McPhee are both locked in. Mathew had
calendar so you don’t miss out.
previously performed for the Conn-Sole Club
but this will be his first time to perform on the
Christie. Chris McPhee last performed for Lance
TOSAQ in December 2016. For those that Lance Hutchinson
remember this was the last concert at Kelvin President
Grove before the new air conditioning was TOSAQ
TOSAQ 2021 Calendar
April August
Monday 9 August Practice Night
Monday 26 April Practice Night
Monday 23 August Practice Night
Monday 30 August Practice Night
May
September
Sunday 2 May Club Day
Monday 13 September Practice Night
Monday 10 May Practice Night
Monday 24 May Practice Night
Sunday 26 September Australian Artists
Monday 31 May Practice Night
Chris McPhee & Andrew Crispe
Monday 27 September Practice Night
June
Monday 14 June Practice Night
October
Monday 28 June Practice Night
Monday 11 October Practice Night
July
November
Sunday 4 July Australian Artist
Mathew Loeser
No Events College Hall Not Available
Monday 12 July Practice Night
Monday 26 July Practice Night
December
Sunday 5 December Club Day & AGM
Chris McPhee and Andrew Crispe at a recent TOSA
South Australia event at the Capri Theatre.
Museum. The print has been colour tinted to
Gallery of Modern Art
correspond to the colours of the original nitrate
print. Organist David Bailey accompanied the
film on the Gallery's 1929 Wurlitzer organ.
GoMA have recently presented some silent
films as part of the 'Motorcycles on Screen'
cinema program which was a great opportunity
for the Wurlitzer to be seen and heard.
Mabel Normand and Mack Sennett's comedy
short Mabel at the Wheel 1914, starring Charlie
The mighty Wurlitzer in all its glory. Chaplin, will screen from a digital restoration
prior to A Motorcycle Trip Among the Clouds.
A rare screening of Lothar Rübelt's A
Motorcycle Trip Among the Clouds 1926
occurred on Sunday 18 April. An early example
of documentary travel cinema, the film follows
a group of motorcycle riders as they journey
through the Dolomite mountain range – a
section of the Alps located in northeastern Italy.
The Austrian Rübelt was a pioneer of sports
photography and his eye for striking visual
composition is evident in this spectacular time
capsule of European motorcycle adventure.
The full house audience awaits David Bailey
The film screened from an imported archival
The organ console was a point of interest to the audience
35mm print provided by the Austrian Film
TOSAQ Presents Mathew Loeser
Christie Cinema Pipe Organ – Kelvin Grove State College
Sunday 4 July – 2.00pm
Mathew Loeser is an
entertainer gaining
increasing recognition with
each passing year. Armed
with a passion for nostalgia
and a flamboyant
personality, Mathew
breathes new life into the
songs of yesteryear. His
love of cabaret is evident, as
he creates an intimate
connection with audiences,
inviting them to stroll down
memory lane and rediscover
the magic of days gone by.
It all started with the gift of a toy keyboard from Mathew’s Grandmother. Born in Victor Harbor,
South Australia, Mathew commenced studies on both electronic and theatre organs at age 9.
Making his first public concert appearance at age 10, he proceeded to develop his talents with
local teachers, winning numerous awards and scholarships along the way. In 2001 Mathew was
awarded the title of Junior World Champion Theatre Organist by the American Theatre Organ
Society, resulting in an invitation to Indianapolis USA to perform at the National Convention.
His return to Australia marked a diverse change in his career, turning his talents to singing self-
accompanied at the piano. Since 2003, Mathew has travelled and performed internationally, a
frequently invited concert performer at conventions, society and gala events, making cabaret the
major focus of his career. In 2013, Mathew was honoured to spend 3 months performing on board
2 of P&O’s Cruise liners in the UK and as a special surprise, Mathew’s CD “Timeless” was
featured on “The Russell Davies Song Show” on BBC’s Radio 2 with his cover of Peter Allen’s
“Everything Old Is New Again” bringing in the New Year.
Mathew is consistently sought after for concerts, gala events, private soirees and guest
appearances. Dedicated to keeping the work of history’s greatest songwriters alive, he
continuously searches for rare and well-known musical gems, which he delights in sharing with
audiences. To touch the lives of others with music is a gift for which he is eternally grateful and
his aspirations are to continue doing what he enjoys most of all … making people smile.
Memorial gathering for Bill Schumacher at the Maher Hall Gold Coast
On the afternoon of 28th March
many Family, friends and TOSA
members gathered to remember
Bill Schumacher as a brother,
uncle, and friend to so many.
Bill was a fine musician with a
long association with TOSA
across all states of Australia,
particularly from the early years
in NSW and later in Queensland.
There were many tributes
especially from his family and Dr
John Atwell via Zoom from
Victoria. Such was Bill’s circle of
friends and it was good to see
visitors from Sydney in
attendance.
Unfortunately flooding and Covid
issues prevented more interstate
visitors from travelling, however
a full hall was a fitting tribute to
one of our music legends.
At some time hopefully in the
near future we will see the
Legends Concert return to the
Kelvin Grove Stage, sadly
without Bill’s valued contribution.
Thanks to Debbie and George
for your attention to detail and
effort in helping Bill’s family to
present this memorial to Bill.
The last Chord It was certainly a way for me to be introduced
to TOSA and to the people that made the
Bill Schumacher society.
Bill will be sorely missed, he was special &
full of fun and never was one to shy away
from a debate. He did so much for other
people that sometimes I think he forgot to
take care of himself.
John Rattray
Join or renew
your membership today
I can remember some of the concerts Bill
played on the Marrickville organ, they were
good crowds with people coming along to
hear the ease of Bills playing, his harmonies
and huge repertoire.
Bill was just able to remember songs and
start playing them as though he had only
rehearsed them the previous evening.
One night, I think it was our first night at a Join or renew your 2021 TOSAQ
TOSA NSW play night at Marrickville Town membership by Friday 21 May and instantly
Hall, and the society had just taken delivery go into the draw to win two 50% discount
that day of new speakers for the PA system. vouchers to a major concert event of your
Bill was playing the Wurlitzer and he asked choice. Join the family today! Membership
“who here could sing?” as he really wanted to included on the back page of the Tibia.
see how the new speakers would work with 2021 TOSAQ Membership application and fee (online
the organ accompanying. I said I can give it or post) must be received by Friday 21 May 2021
Winner will be selected by a random draw. The
a go, Bill said “what do you want to sing?”, I committee’s decision will be final and no
suggested "The Holy City" and off we went correspondence will be entered into.
The two 50% discount vouches can be redeemed for
after sorting a suitable key. any major 2021 TOSAQ concert event. The prize is non-
transferable, non-refundable and cannot be exchanged
for cash.
The prize winners will be notified by e-mail or post within
14 days of the closing date. The prize winner will be
announced in the June / July 2021 Tibia newsletter and
on our webpage and social media.
Donations – Thank you to a number of members
who have made generous donations alongside
their annual membership renewal. Since the start
of this year, we have received over $600 in tax
deductable donations into the TOSAQ Public
Fund.
From the TOSAQ archives A fitting tribute to Bill’s earlier career at the Theatre Organ.
LOCAL ORGAN CLUBS TOSA CONTACTS
Don’t forget that the Organ Society of TOSA ACT (Canberra)
Queensland (OSQ) has interesting classical organ 3/8 Compton
links and information. Albert Hall, Canberra
Contact: tosasec@emailme.com.au
Visit their web page:
https://www.organsociety.com.au/
TOSA Gold Coast
Facebook: Olympic VTPO.
https://www.facebook.com/Organ-Society-of- Club Musical Afternoon 3rd Sunday of each month
Queensland-Inc-OSQ-111198455618978/ (except December).
Contact: Debbie Fitzsummons.
TOSA New South Wales
Orion Theatre Wurlitzer 3/17;
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Marrickville Town Hall (TH) Wurlitzer 2/11;
West Ryde Anglican Church 2/8 Christie
Events Contact: Geoff Brimley (02) 6351 3122.
TOSA Victoria ‐ MTO
Kingston TH Wurlitzer 4/21;
Malvern TH Compton 3/17;
Dendy Cinema Wurlitzer 3/15;
Coburg TH Christie/B & H 2/9;
Regent Wurlitzer 4/36.
Contact: Margaret Sutcliffe on (03) 9891 7227.
Warragul Theatre Organ Society (VIC)
Wurlitzer 3/10.
Meetings held first Saturday of the month.
Events Contact: Di Yuill (03) 5623 3301.
TOSA South Australia
Tuesdays and weekends TOSA (SA) members play
the 4/29 Wurlitzer in their Capri Theatre,
Goodwood Road, Goodwood (08) 8272 1177.
TOSA Western Australia
3/12 Compton.
John Leckie Music Centre
25 Melvista Ave, Nedlands.
Member’s days first Sunday of the month at 2pm.
Contact: Rodney Raymond (08) 9310 2838.
Stirling Productions (WA)
Wurlitzer 3/21
Karrinyup Community Centre,
Perth, Western Australia.
Interstate TOSA Members get a 50% discount to
concerts. All concerts are on Sundays at 2pm. Prior
bookings are essential with John Fuhrmann on (08)
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