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Evening with VERVE Collective
November 21, 2009 VERVE
Collective performed an intimate evening of music at the Delta Firehall
Centre for the Arts. A rare performance saw the group take the stage and
sing into the night, all on microphone.
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picture for larger image.
Vancouver Whitecaps Soccer Game
November 21, 2009 VERVE Collective belted out the anthems at the Whitecaps vs Aztex game, held at Swangard Stadium, and the mood was set for a 3 - 2 win for the Whitecaps. Attendance for the game was 5,081.
"VERVE [Collective] provided our fans with a unique anthem experience and was definitely one of the most memorable performances of the year." ~ Event Production Team
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photos available.
Concert in the Park
July 9, 2009
VERVE Collective took part in North Delta's Concert in the Park series.
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photos available.
Vancouver
Giants Hockey Game
March 4, 2009 VERVE
Collective was asked back to sing at the Giants hockey game. This time, the
Giants were playing against the Tri-City Americans. VERVE opened the game
for the thousands of fans with great a cappella renditions of The
Star Spangled Banner and O Canada. This was VERVE's third time
opening the game for the Giants, and again, the Giants won! This game was
televised nationally on Sportsnet.
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Vancouver
Giants Hockey Game
February 24, 2009
Stepping
onto the red carpet on the ice at the Pacific Coliseum, VERVE Collective
rocked the house, singing great a cappella versions of The Star Spangled
Banner and O
Canada to
start the game off between the Vancouver Giants and the Spokane Chiefs.
Setting a record 2 for 2, VERVE started the night off right for the Giants,
as they won the game. The game was televised on Shaw Cable.
No
photos available.
Jazzy
Sounds of Romance
February 14, 2009 On
Valentine's Day, VERVE Collective took part in Aberdeen Centre's "Jazzy Sounds
of Romance" feature. The mall (in Richmond, BC) hired the singers to croon
to the masses in their central atrium. While love songs were prominent for
the day, VERVE also kicked things up with some up-tempo jazz hits.
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2008
Ovation Awards
January 25, 2009 VERVE
Collective was happy to have been asked to perform as special guests
at the 2008
Ovation Awards, held at the Vancouver Academy of Music.
Produced by APPLAUSE! Musicals Society, the awards recognize the achievements
and contributions in the Lower Mainland's musical theatre community.
No
photos available.
Our
Town
January 15, 2009 VERVE
Collective put on a fun night of singing, in conjunction with a
2-night bash. The event took place at the fantastically laid back
Our Town Café, where friends and family were treated to an hour set
of VERVE Collective's favourite songs.
"Absolutely gorgeous sound tonight! The blend was wonderful
and clear! ... it was such a treat." ~
guest
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Vancouver
Giants Hockey Game
December 29, 2008 Stepping
onto the red carpet on the ice at the Pacific Coliseum, VERVE Collective
treated hockey fans to an a cappella version of O Canada to start the game
off
between
the Vancouver Giants and the Kelowna Rockets. They sang to a crowd of 9,009.
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picture for album (5 photos)
(1 video)
Private
Party
November 22, 2008
VERVE Collective had the great opportunity to kick-start
an evening of music at a fabulous house party in Kerrisdale. The guests mainly
consisted
of other musicians, and the house was packed! As VERVE opened, guests crowded
into the main room and enjoyed the 45 minute set. The only signs of displeasure
was when VERVE announced they were on their last song. A standing ovation
warranted an encore, and the evening of music was off to a great start.
"What a great evening it was -started off brilliantly by VERVE.
You guys are a pleasure to listen to, obviously, but also a pleasure to watch.
Your
energy
together is really nice." ~ party guest
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photos available.
Pricewaterhouse
Coopers - Corporate Function
October 20, 2008
VERVE Collective was hired to entertain a group of 250 to
kick off Pricewaterhouse Cooper's week-long corporate function. With the
Vancouver Art Gallery as the venue, guests entered to the sounds
of
VERVE, then proceeded to enjoy a delicious 3-course catered meal. While
dining, VERVE floated amongst the tables, giving a personal touch of
music to all.
No
photos available.
Surprise
Engagement
September 9, 2008 VERVE
Collective was honoured to be hired for a surprise engagement at the Hart
House Restaurant. Serenading
the couple's favourite song to them, the groom-to-be got on
bended knee to pop the question. She said yes, family members emerged, congratulations
were held,
and
more music rounded off the evening.
"I just wanted to thank you ...
again for everything -- you guys were amazing and you helped give us
a night we'll
remember forever!
... if we get married in Vancouver we
absolutely must hire you guys again to sing at our reception so all of
our family and friends can enjoy the Verve Collective in action!" ~
the Bride and Groom
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picture for larger image.
Vancouver
Canadians Baseball Game
July 9, 2008 A new one for VERVE Collective was singing the national
anthems for the Vancouver Canadians vs Spokane Indians baseball game at
Nat Bailey Stadium.
On a beautifully warm and sunny evening, VERVE belted out the Star
Spangled Banner and O Canada to
the appreciative crowd of 3,068, starting the night off on the right foot...
finishing the night, the Canadians won!
"Thank you so much for bringing your group out last night
to sing the anthems. It sounded amazing and I heard a lot of
positive feedback. I hope you enjoyed the game! Thanks again!" ~
Heather,
organizer
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picture for album (5 photos)
(1 video)
Dinner
Cruise
June 7, 2008 VERVE
Collective was hired for a fun customer appreciation night, held on a dinner
cruise. The 4 hour cruise departed from downtown Vancouver, and with the
sun making an appearance
as they cast off, the night was filled with beautiful scenery, good food,
fun prizes, live music and theatresports, and great times.
"Thank you so much! You all did such a wonderful job; our clients were
very impressed. We will definitely keep you in mind for future events..."
~ Cassandra, event
organizer
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picture for album (5 photos)
Private
"Engagement"
April 13, 2008 VERVE Collective was hired to help out with a surprise wedding
engagement! Learning the couple's "song" for the event, they performed
to the man and his unsuspecting girlfriend. The details will be kept private
(just
in
case any of you get any similar ideas to surprise a loved one), but it
was a successful afternoon full of music, romance, and a big fat, "YES!"
from her.
"I would like to give my sincerest thanks for all your help in
preparing [the song] for my proposal...the energy and excitement... conveyed
was
an excellent surprise. Such enthusiasm is quite telling of your calibre
as professionals, as well as people who appreciate a bit of traditional
romance." ~ the groom
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picture for larger image.
Trinity
Lutheran Church Concert
December 15, 2007
Having performed for Trinity Lutheran Church for the first
time last holiday season, VERVE Collective was invited to be the main feature
for this year's holiday year end concert.
No
photos available.
Christmas
Presence in the city
December 10, 2007
VERVE Collective was featured in Pacific Theatre's traditional
holiday night of stories, songs, comedy, and nostalgia. Held at the theatre,
this magical night played out for a full house.
No
photos available.
40th
Anniversary Party
November 17, 2007
VERVE Collective appeared as the surprise entertainment
for a 40th wedding anniversary party.
"You guys were amazing and really made the party special." ~
party guest
No
photos available.
Birthday
Party in Abbotsford
October 13, 2007
VERVE Collective was hired for a private party for a big
birthday bash. This marks the first road trip for the group!
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picture for album (4 photos)
(1 video)
Salt
Spring Coffee Company
August 12, 2007
VERVE Collective had a fun afternoon singing at the Salt
Spring Coffee Company in Vancouver.
"I came home to plenty of wonderful messages complimenting
on your performance yesterday, and again this morning, one regular
was just in awe!" ~ Sean-Patrick, Manager, Salt Spring Coffee
Co.
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picture for album (5 photos)
The
Purple Crab
March 24, 2007
VERVE Collective was asked back to sing at the Purple
Crab! This album even includes a video - thanks to Adam Abrams for capturing
and posting the video.
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picture for album (6 photos)
(1 video)
Vancouver
Art Gallery
February 10, 2007
VERVE Collective was featured at Pacific Theatre's annual
fundraising gala, held at the Vancouver Art Gallery.
"Thank you. All of you. You were SUCH an enhancement for
the whole event. An extraordinary "fit" with everything.
Thank you all so much." ~ Ron Reed, Event Organizer
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picture for album (3 photos)
Trinity
Lutheran Church Concert
December 16, 2006
VERVE Collective did a special guest performance at Trinity
Lutheran Church's year end concert.
No
photos available.
The
Purple Crab
November 25, 2006
VERVE Collective
was asked to sing at The Purple Crab. This was their first time at the
Crab.
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(3 photos)
Urban
Fare
November 25, 2006
VERVE Collective
sang Christmas carols to kick off Urban Fare's holiday season.
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(2 photos)
The
Brix
August 18, 2006
VERVE Collective was the entertainment for The Brix's private summer party.
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(6 photos)
An
Evening Off Broadway
January 21, 2006
Before they
became "VERVE Collective", the singing group was known as "The
Greater Vancouver Verve Collective". They were special guests at the
Burstin' with Broadway's concert.
VERVE Collective belted out the anthems at the Whitecaps vs Aztex game, held at Swangard Stadium, and the mood was set for a 3 - 2 win for the Whitecaps. Attendance for the game was 5,081.
VERVE
Collective was happy to have been asked to perform as special guests
at the 2008
Ovation Awards, held at the Vancouver Academy of Music.
Produced by APPLAUSE! Musicals Society, the awards recognize the achievements
and contributions in the Lower Mainland's musical theatre community. 
