Mrs. Charles Balinsky, national president of the Canadian Hadassah-WIZO announced that the “Canadian Hadassah-WIZO (Montreal) Zimriya Choir” will participate in the World Festival of Choirs in Israel July 3-16. The 45-voice choir will join with 30 choirs from all parts of the world in sharing their cultural and musical achievements. The Zimriya – World Festival of Choirs is held every three years. This is the first time in 25 years that a choir has been sent from the eastern region of Canada. Leading the Canadian choir are Marian Schauber and co-conductor Joseph Milo.
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