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Shekela, thank you for blessing us with your beautiful spirit, thoughtful teaching, and abundant grace in allowing us to learn together. What a wonderful and diverse experience this has been for our ensemble. Wishing you many more musical blessings as you embark on the next phase of your career journey -- I hope it brings you back to us soon!   Penny Meier

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♥ Thank you Shekela! ♥
It was so much fun to sing for you. Your warmth and humor are divine. And your music choices were beautiful and challenging. Thank you for sharing your time and energy with us. Until we meet again.
♥amy christie

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Thank you so much for choosing such a wonderful and fun program! You're gonna be Ph.Done soon, best of luck in all your future endeavors. You're going to be (even more) amazing!🎈
-Clare Tan

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What a joy to sing for you!!  Your calm and peaceful manner during rehearsals and concerts is amazing. Your musicianship ... outstanding!!  Good luck to you in your future endeavours.
-Patti Arntz

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It’s been an absolute pleasure to sing this concert with you, you’ve always been so considerate and welcoming no matter what happens.  I really hope our paths can cross again!

-Ken Williams

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It has been an absolute joy to sing under your direction. It was a wonderful program, and I appreciate that you always brought your whole self. I hope to sing with you again!
-Jordan Kleist

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Had lots of fun this season! Really enjoyed learning the Ellington piece!
Jonah Snyder

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I congratulate you Shekela for choosing a jazz piece that was not one in your expertise and we all learned with you! It was a joy to sing all the repertoire with your fine direction and to experience all the fantastic musicians you brought with you also! I wish you the best in all you endeavor.
Rosalie Eldevik

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I congratulate you Shekela on delving into the realm of jazz, in a area that was not your expertise and we all learned with you! What fun it was and the musicians you brought in were fantastic. It was a joy to sing this repertoire under your direction. Good luck to you in all you endeavor. 

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I congratulate you Shekela on delving into the realm of jazz, in a area that was not your expertise and we all learned with you! What fun it was and the musicians you brought in were fantastic. It was a joy to sing this repertoire under your direction. Good luck to you in all you endeavor. 

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Rosalie Eldevik

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Thanks for sharing your talent and love for music with SIA. The rehearsals have been fun. Looking forward to the concerts and wishing you the best in your future endeavors!
Paul Theisen

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Its been a joy to sing for you and make music together. Jay

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Thank you for giving me my first jazz singing experience and for everything you taught us. It  is truly appreciated!

Jamie

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Thanks for the Ellington! The phrase "The Wonder of God" sits differently now. Sincerely, Jennie Schut Alto 1

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My heart is filled with new beats and an aura of happiness as I think of your soul, your spirit and your smile. Thanks for a great choral experience, Shekela. Hope our paths cross again. Love, Gloria

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Thank you so much for a wonderful experience this spring! Your joy for music is contagious, and you have chosen such a wonderful program that has been a fun challenge for all of us. It has been a pleasure to work with you, and I've learned so many things that I will continue to implement in my teaching and singing!

Maddie Smoot

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You have a wonderful inclusive way about you that pulls the desired musical effect gently into being. A rare gift. Wishing you all the success as you step into the post-doctoral world. Thank you for your presence in this SIA project. Dana Skoglund

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Thanks Shekela! It was fun singing with you. Let’s do it again sometime!- Kim Wetteland

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“I see you, choir!” We see you, Shekela! Thank you for a lovely experience! Take care!
Erin Appel

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Shekela, thanks so much for leading us in this moving collection of music!  The music was super challenging which has been amazing to get to dive into. You are a joy to be with and I hope to have the opportunity to sing with you again in the future.
Thanks again.
-Scott Witebsky

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Been so great working with you! It’s so fun to experience an up and coming conductor in the Minneapolis choral scene. Love the Ellington!!!

Sheri Williams

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Gratitude: Dear Young Maestra, it has been a joy to make music with you! I hope we can sing together again soon. Your talent, skills, and especially your personal warmth have paved the way to success in your education, career and community. 

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Gratitude: Dear Young Maestra, it has been a joy to make music with you! I hope we can sing together again soon. Your talent, skills, and especially your personal warmth have paved the way to success in your education, career and community. 

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Best wishes always,
Jan LeClair

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Shekela,

It's been an absolute pleasure to work with you. I've especially enjoyed the engaging, open, and warm energy you bring to our collaboration. I love the program as well! The Ellington has been particularly fun and challenging. All my best to you, and thanks again.

Cheers,
Jessie Clausen

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Rewarding to get back into choir under your direction. Thank you! -- Mike Devine

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Rewarding to get back into choir under your direction. Thank you! -- Mike Devine

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Thank you for sharing your talented self and friends and bringing us great joy this Spring of 2023! LOVED the program and rehearsing with you!! ❤️ Schele

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Here will we sit, and let the sounds of music creep in our ears: soft stillness and the night become the touches of sweet harmony.

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When Jan and I first met you at Longfellows a couple years back, we knew SIA would have a great experience: stretching, rewarding and uplifting. Yes to all three! AND you are now and forever in the SIA conductor club. Thank you for saying yes. Dan

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Thank you Shekela for expanding our skills through this jazzy journey and helping us sing from our souls. It's been a pleasure! Becky Pansch

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Dear Shekela, it has been a pleasant and very fun experience to sing with you this season. 

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Dear Shekela, it has been a pleasant and very fun experience to sing with you this season. 

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Sincerely,
Monica

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Enjoying your enthusiasm, ear, Shekela-isms, and vocal coaching!

Paul Nevin

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I loved the program you picked for our concert. Thank you for all you did for our group. It was great singing under your direction. Sarah W.

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Love the choices and sharing the journey into jazz with you! Jordan McGowan

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Shekela, thank you for all of your effort in bringing new musical opportunities to this group. You have been a blessing!!!

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Thanks so much for your work with us, fresh insight and attention to pitch and sound quality! - Steph

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Thanks so much for your work with us, fresh insight and attention to pitch and sound quality! - Steph

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Thanks for inviting me to rejoin! So much fun to sing under you and reconnect 🙌

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Thank you for your love, care, and soul you shared with us, we are so grateful!

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Thank you for your love, care, and soul you shared with us, we are so grateful!

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Love, Laurie Meyers