A Song of Celebration: 33rd Anniversary for Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords

Submitted by Kate Porch

(February 28, 2023) — The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, a community-based singing group created to, in the words of its motto, “relieve stress, lift spirits and heal souls with music,” is marking its 33rd anniversary. Members are recognized for their continued time and dedication to the group in five-year increments.

As part of the celebration, the group has honored its original members, seen in the photo above, from left to right: Barbara Stone, Louise Russo, Joyce Ghent (Founder) and Gina Fredericks. They have dedicated their time and energy for 33 consecutive years.

In addition, members receiving awards for years of service are shown in the photo below:

1st row: Val Greco Hurst-25, Lillian Muzik-30, Lee Hart-25
2nd row- Richard Hanks-5, Lisa Palladino-5, Cathy Riley-5, Madeline Fazzino-10, Lee Harris-10
3rd row: Jan Baker-5, Chris Bassette-5, Sue Setterberg-5, John Sullivan-5
Missing from photo: Steve DelVecchio-30 years
Congratulations to all for their time and dedication to this group of 90 members. For more information, visit www.vocalchords20.org. And don’t miss our upcoming Spring concert, Saturday, April 29, 2023 at Portland High School, at 7:00 p.m..
Photos by Kate Porch

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