CMWC Gagetown
The Canadian Military Wives Choir(CMWC) movement continued its growth when The CMWC Gagetown was created in November 2017. The choir started with three members from already established choirs, who were newly posted in, to create the 20+ choir members we have today! The CMWC Gagetown is an all female, 3-part choir, consisting of Alto, Soprano 1 and Soprano 2. They are welcome to CAF Spouses/Partners, Active and Retired CAF members. Practices run Tuesday evenings 6:30PM-8:00PM September - May at St.Luke's Chapel, on base. You are encouraged to ‘Like’, ‘Follow’ and ‘Share’, them on Facebook to follow the latest information. http://www.facebook.com/CMWCgagetown
Musical Director: Micheal McGrath
Michael McGrath is a violist and private classical guitar instructor based out of Fredericton New Brunswick. Michael has an intense interest in musical theory and history as well as modern performance practices and composition.
Graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Music from St. Thomas University in 2018, Michael has studied chamber music performance and composition under Martin Kutnowski and Don Bosse, as well as conducting under Bruno Cinquegrani and Richard Hornsby. Michael has also conducted intensive studies on select works of Italian Opera and the works of Beethoven, music theory, and musical history. His studies have also included guitar work with Steven Peacock and compositional score readings with the Saint John String Quartet, Ventus Machina, and Trio Sambucca.
Michael has composed for and performed with ensembles of various compositions on both viola and guitar. Besides being our musical director, Michael sings bass with the St. Thomas University STU Singers choir and plays viola as part of the Fredericton Symphony Orchestra.
Most recently Micheal was awarded the Commander’s Commendation. Highlighting his continued dedication to the CMWC Gagetown over the past 5 years. They are truly lucky to have him be such an integral part of their choir.
St. Luke’s Chapel
Tuesday Evenings, September - May 6:30PM-8:00PM
Fredericton Red Wings Military Appreciation Night November 2022
Choir Performances
Over the years our choir has had some unique opportunities which have helped form a strong bond and bring excitement to the members and community.
Highlights include the amphitheatre in Saint Andrews NB, twice! The Royal Regimental Band for Canada Day. Performing alongside Robert Pilon, The Elm City Echoes and friends. Singing at the Wounded Warriors Atlantic Gala, and the 5CDSB 60th Anniversary Gala. Fredericton Music Festival, and various performances for the former CTC Commander.
Some of our regular yearly performances include singing for our Veterans and family at local Legions and Regiments, Christmas carolling, Valentine’s Sing-o-Grams, and sing-alongs at special care homes. Numerous National Anthems at local Hockey games, MFRC events and most recently a Spring Finale Concert. The choir is learning to persevere in a post-covid era. They continue to build on their success from their most recent season. The choir is eagerly awaiting more bookings for this new upcoming season!
We look forward to singing with you soon!