In the series we present clubs from the Ost-Berne region. Big and small, traditional and amazing, those that thrive and others looking for members: They all filled out our questionnaire. At Pigiluna Singers in Biglen, one dreams of more male voices.
Club name: Pigiluna singers
Association purpose: Mixed choir
Year Founded: 1999
Current President: Ollie Rothenbueller
Number of members: 35
Gender Parity Index: 4 men to 31 women
Rehearsal time: Thursday evening, 7:45pm – 9:45pm, Fletchen School Building, Biglin
Age group and average age: Between 30 and 75 years old the average is 50+
Membership fee: 150 Swiss francs –
the annual budget: From 10,000 Fr to 13,000. –
What was your most memorable performance at the club and why?
We performed at Kursaal Bern, because the stage was raised from the basement floor to the auditorium with us.
The club’s biggest success
20th anniversary party.
What does the club dream about?
More male voices.
What club traditions are there?
Choir Trip, Annual Concert, Last Concert.
Does the club have a club logo? If so, which one?
Life without choral singing is possible, but meaningless….
What are the most important values of the association?
Team spirit and spirit.
Who is the most unique club member and why?
The boss, because he’s been the boss since day one.
Who are the most prominent members of the club?
Peter Habger, the only male tenor voice.
Without whom it does not work and why?
conductor.
Who has been there the longest and for how long?
There are still 10 active founding members.
Who or what is missing in the club?
male voices.
Who is suitable for the club and who is not?
For someone who enjoys singing.
Where is the youth club?
New arrivals are registered regularly. Unfortunately, few male voices.
What is the most important club event of the year?
annual party.
Where does the club go for a drink after rehearsal?
Rusli Restaurant, Arnisäge.
Are there other social events for the association?
Annual Choir, “Shloshock” and Bowling.
Where did the last club outing go?
Mutzbachgraben.
What’s the next public appearance/event/game?
1st / 4th / 5th November 2023 Annual Concert in Rössli Arnisäge.
www.pigiluna-singers.chwith various photos from the concerts
[i] Do you want to appear here with your club? We look forward to receiving an email or phone call on 031 832 00 23.
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